Lethbridge Is Located in the Southern Part of the Canadian Province of Alberta

Message from the President Promoting learner success

Congratulations on your decision to pursue a As Lethbridge College prepares to post-secondary education and thank you for celebrate its 50th anniversary, our considering Lethbridge College. JVTTP[TLU[[VOLSWPUNPUKP]PK\HSZÄUK and develop great careers has never been The importance of gaining the knowledge and Z[YVUNLY0[»ZHJVTTP[TLU[YLÅLJ[LK skills that a college can provide has never in the College’s mission and values been more relevant to individual success than statements. it is right now. It takes personal dedication to plan for your future. At Lethbridge College, The College provides high quality, we share in that dedication. Our goal is to innovative programs and services provide you with the kind of enhanced learning enabling learners to achieve their L_WLYPLUJL[OH[ILULÄ[Z`V\PU[OLºYLHS»^VYSK educational and career goals. It’s something we’ve been doing since Helping students succeed has been our ^OLU^LÄYZ[VWLULKV\YKVVYZHZ objective for 50 years. In fact, if your studies at Lethbridge Junior College. Dr. Tracy Edwards Lethbridge College begin in September 2007, Lethbridge College President & CEO you will be joining us for the 50th anniversary We focus on our mission by combining VMV\YÄYZ[HJHKLTPJ`LHY0U:LW[LTILY JSHZZLZILNHUPU[OLIHZLTLU[VMHSVJHS career training with strong off-campus high school. Now thousands of students come to our beautiful campus each year. partnerships. The College has an excellent reputation for aligning itself with You can rest assured that the combination of our rich heritage and our vision for the industry, the community and government. future will provide you with a solid return on your investment. We also think you’ll enjoy Programs have industry-based advisory your experience along the way. College isn’t all work. It’s also an opportunity to expand committees and regular curriculum your personal horizons, discover new friendships, take advantage of recreational reviews, ensuring you receive the most activities, and have a lot of fun along the way. relevant instruction possible.

I invite you to contact us today to learn more about any of our programs and services. The College offers training in more We look forward to welcoming you to the College community and celebrating your than 50 diverse career areas, offering successes. credentials of achievement, one- `LHYJLY[PÄJH[L[^V`LHYKPWSVTH apprenticeship, pre-employment training and applied degree programs. Many courses offer options for alternative delivery like online and short-term Where is Lethbridge? courses. Lethbridge is located in the southern part of the Canadian province of Alberta. Three major highways link the city to British Columbia, Saskatchewan, the U.S. and the rest of Lethbridge College is a well-respected Alberta. post-secondary institution with a long history of service in southern Alberta. It As the service hub for southern Alberta’s agricultural communities, Lethbridge is a vibrant has grown rapidly over the years in terms city that provides many of the advantages of small-town life. of learners, employees and facilities. This growth has been driven by successful The city offers a variety of opportunities for recreation, including cycling, inline skating, business plans and dedicated people. ZVJJLYNVSMOPRPUNJHUVLPUNHUK^PUKZ\YÄUNQ\Z[[VUHTLHML^:RPPUNPU[OL9VJR` Mountains is only a couple of hours away. Ultimately, the College demonstrates its commitment by offering current and Lethbridge boasts a number of great shopping centres with many outlets often found only relevant programs, using instructional in much larger centres. technology creatively, and employing ÅL_PISLKLSP]LY`Z`Z[LTZ[VOLSW`V\ Being home to both Lethbridge College and the University of Lethbridge is another unique achieve your goals. aspect of the city. It means that Lethbridge’s population of approximately 77,000 includes more than 15,000 post-secondary students.

1 Table of Contents

Introduction President's Welcome...... 1 Promoting Learner Success...... 1 Where is Lethbridge? ...... 1 Academic Schedule ...... 3 Lethbridge College Directory ...... 4

Getting Started at Lethbridge College Program List ...... 5 Application Procedures ...... 6-7 Registration...... 7 Financing Your Education...... 8-9 Fees and Financial Information...... 9 2007-08 Fees...... 10 Additional Fees ...... 11 Refunds Withdrawals and Drops ...... 12

Services For Learners Lethbridge College Services ...... 14-17 Services for Aboriginal Learners ...... 18 Services for International Learners ...... 19 Scholarships and Awards ...... 20

Career Programs Programs...... 23-104 Programs Under Development...... 105 Apprenticeship Training...... 106-109 Course Descriptions ...... 111-189

Alternative Delivery eCampusAlberta...... 193 Distributed Learning ...... 194 - 195 Chinook Regional Transitions for Youth...... 196

Important Forms Living in Residence ...... 198 Application Form for Residence ...... 199-200 Application Form for Admission ...... 201-202 Policies ...... 203-211 Index ...... 212-213

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SUMMER 1 - 07S1 (July to August 2007 ) July 2 Mon. College closed (Canada Day) July 3 Tues. Summer term begins July 5 Thurs. Add/Drop ends July 11 Wed. Extended Drop ends July 31 Tues. Last day to withdraw Aug 3 Fri. Fall term fees due Aug 6 Mon. College closed (Civic holiday) Aug 16 Thurs. Last day of classes Aug 20 & 21 Mon. & Tues. Final exams (\N -YP -PUHSNYHKLZK\L[V9LNPZ[YHYI` !HT

FALL - 07FL (September to December 2007) Sept 3 Mon. College closed (Labor Day) Sept 4 Tues. Fall term begins and New Student Orientation Sept 11 Tues. Add/Drop ends Sept 24 Mon. Extended Drop ends 6J[ 4VU *VSSLNLJSVZLK;OHURZNP]PUN+H` Nov 7 Wed. Last day to withdraw 5V] 4VU *VSSLNLJSVZLK9LTLTIYHUJL+H` Nov 30 Fri. Winter term fees due Dec 11 Tues. Last day of classes +LJ -YP:H[4VU;\LZ -PUHSL_HTZ +LJ ;O\YZ -PUHSNYHKLZK\L[V9LNPZ[YHYI` !HT Dec 25 - Jan 1 Tues. - Tues. College closed (Christmas)

WINTER - 08WN (January to April 2008) Jan 2 Wed. College opens for business after break Jan 7 Mon. Winter term begins Jan 14 Mon. Add/Drop ends Jan 25 Fri. Extended Drop ends -LI 4VU *VSSLNLJSVZLK-HTPS`+H` -LI ¶ ;\LZ-YP 9LHKPUN>LLR Mar 17 Mon. Last day to withdraw Mar 21 Fri. College closed (Good Friday) (WYPS -YP 3HZ[KH`VMJSHZZLZ Apr 21 - 24 Mon. - Thurs. Final exams Apr 25 Fri. Convocation (WY 4VU -PUHSNYHKLZK\L[V9LNPZ[YHYI` !HT

SUMMER1 - 08SM (May to August 2008) May 5 Mon. Summer term begins May 12 Mon. Add/Drop ends May 19 Mon. College closed (Victoria Day) May 26 Mon. Extended Drop ends July 1 Mon. College closed (Canada Day) July 9 Wed. Last day to withdraw Aug 4 Mon. College closed (Civic Holiday) Aug 12 Tues. Last day of classes (\N -YP:H[4VU;\LZ -PUHSL_HTZ (\N -YP -PUHSNYHKLZK\L[V9LNPZ[YHYI` !HT

SUMMER 2 – 08S2 (May to June 2008) May 5 Mon. Summer term begins May 7 Wed. Add/Drop ends May 13 Tues. Extended Drop ends May 19 Mon. College closed (Victoria Day) June 3 Tues. Last day to withdraw 1\UL >LK 3HZ[KH`VMJSHZZLZ June 23 - 24 Mon. – Tues. Final exams 1\UL ;O\YZ -PUHSNYHKLZK\L[V9LNPZ[YHYI` !HT

3 College Directory

Main Campus...... 320-3200 Programs Toll Free ...... 1-800-572-0103 Agriculture and Heavy Equipment Technician...... Website...... www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca Agriculture Technology...... 320-3440 Automotive Systems ...... Fort Macleod Campus...... 553-4788 Biotechnology - Surgical ...... 329-7230 Taber Campus...... 223-1045 Business Administration...... 320-3213 or 320-3229 Lakeshore Campus ...... 388-3082 Child and Youth Care ...... 320-3392 Civil Engineering Technology ...... 317-3523 Admissions and Registration College and University Preparation...... 329-7269 Admissions...... 320-3323 Commercial Vehicle Enforcement ...... 329-7246 General Information...... 320-3323 Communication Arts...... 5VU*YLKP[9LNPZ[YH[PVU ...... 320-3323 Computer Information Technology...... 320-3229 :[\KLU[9LJVYKZ0UMVYTH[PVU ...... 320-3323 Conservation Enforcement - ;YHUZJYPW[9LX\LZ[Z ...... 320-3323 Bachelor of Applied Science...... 320-3232 Fax Number...... 317-3503 Correctional Studies...... 320-3369 Correctional Studies - Bachelor of Applied Arts ...... 320-3369 Services Criminal Justice Credential of Academic Achievement 329-7239 Academic Advising...... 317-3527 Criminal Justice - Policing...... 329-7239 Alumni Association...... 329-7220 Culinary Careers...... 320-3226 Awards and Scholarships...... 320-3372 +PZHIPSP[`HUK*VTT\UP[`9LOHIPSP[H[PVU...... 320-3393 Bookstore ...... 320-3341 Early Childhood Education...... 320-3393 *HTW\Z9LJYLH[PVU...... Engineering Design and Drafting Technology ...... 317-3523 Campus Connections...... 320-3347 English As A Second Language ...... 320-3437 Chaplaincy Services...... 320-3 ,U]PYVUTLU[HS(ZZLZZTLU[HUK9LZ[VYH[PVU...... 320-3232 Counselling Services...... 320-3351 Exercise Science ...... Day Care Centre...... 320-3430 Fashion Design and Merchandising ...... Distributed Learning...... Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Education ...... 320-3393 Finance...... Fire Investigation and Prevention ...... 329-7239 Health Services ...... Fire Service Administration...... 329-7239 Kodiak Athletics ...... Fish and Wildlife Technology...... VY Learning Cafe ...... General Studies...... Learning Support Services...... 320-3244 Geomatics Engineering Technology...... 317-3523 Buchanan Library ...... 320-3352 Health Care Aide Training...... 329-7230 Lethbridge College Online...... 320-3352 Interior Design ...... Loans and Student Awards ...... 320-3372 Massage Therapy...... 320-3321 Parking ...... 320-3223 Multimedia Production ...... 317-3519 Piita Pawanii Centre ...... 394-7356 Nursing Diploma...... VY Printing - Grenville On Campus...... 320-3255 Bachelor of Nursing Degree ...... 320-3424 9LZPKLUJL...... 6MÄJL(KTPUPZ[YH[PVU...... 317-3506 9LJY\P[TLU[...... 320-3490 Perioperative Nursing...... 329-7230 Security ...... 320-3206 7VSPJL9LJY\P[;YHPUPUN...... 329-7246 Sports Facilities...... Practical Nursing ...... 320-3310 or 329-7200 Student Financial Aid ...... 320-3372 Professional Golf Management ...... 320-3343 Student for A Day/Campus Tours...... 320-3490 9LUL^HISL9LZV\YJL4HUHNLTLU[ ...... 320-3232 Students Association ...... 320-3373 Special Needs Educational Assistant...... 320-3393 Students with Disabilities ...... ;OLYHWL\[PJ9LJYLH[PVU.LYVU[VSVN`...... Testing and Assessment Centre...... Unit Clerk Training...... 320-3213 or 320-3229 ;OL>VYRZ:[\KLU[,TWSV`TLU[9LZV\YJL*LU[YL .....

4 Getting Started at Lethbridge College www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca

Our Programs

(NYPJ\S[\YHSHUK/LH]`,X\PWTLU[;LJOUPJPHU*LY[PÄJH[L • English as a Second Language (NYPJ\S[\YHS;LJOUVSVN`! ,U]PYVUTLU[HS(ZZLZZTLU[HUK9LZ[VYH[PVU+PWSVTH Animal Science Diploma • Exercise Science Diploma Plant & Soil Diploma -HZOPVU+LZPNUHUK4LYJOHUKPZPUN*LY[PÄJH[L (\[VTV[P]L:`Z[LTZ*LY[PÄJH[L • Fashion Design and Merchandising Diploma • Biotechnology - Cellular Molecular Technician -L[HS(SJVOVS:WLJ[Y\T+PZVYKLY,K\JH[PVU*LY[PÄJH[L • Biotechnology - Surgical Processing Technician • Fire Investigation and Prevention )\ZPULZZ(KTPUPZ[YH[PVU! • Fire Service Administration General Business Diploma -PZOHUK>PSKSPML;LJOUVSVN`7VZ[+PWSVTH*LY[PÄJH[L Accounting Diploma .HTLZ7YVNYHTTPUN7VZ[+PWSVTH*LY[PÄJH[L Management Diploma • General Studies Diploma Marketing Diploma • Geomatics Engineering Technology Diploma • Child and Youth Care Diploma • Health Care Aide Training • Civil Engineering Technology Diploma • Interior Design Diploma • College and University Preparation • Massage Therapy Diploma *VTTLYJPHS=LOPJSL,UMVYJLTLU[*LY[PÄJH[L • Multimedia Production Diploma *VTT\UPJH[PVU(Y[Z! • Nursing Degree (Bachelor of Nursing Degree must apply (K]LY[PZPUN7\ISPJ9LSH[PVUZ+PWSVTH directly to the University of Lethbridge) Broadcast Journalism Diploma 6MÄJL(KTPUPZ[YH[PVU*LY[PÄJH[L Print Journalism Diploma 6MÄJL(KTPUPZ[YH[PVU+PWSVTH • Computer Information Technology Diploma • Perioperative Nursing Program • Conservation Enforcement - Bachelor of Applied Science 7VSPJL9LJY\P[;YHPUPUN • Correctional Studies Diploma • Practical Nursing Diploma • Correctional Studies - Bachelor of Applied Arts • Professional Golf Management Diploma • Criminal Justice Studies for Aboriginal Learners 7YVMLZZPVUHS.VSM4HUHNLTLU[*LY[PÄJH[LVM:WLJPHSPaH[PVU • Criminal Justice - Policing Diploma 9LJYLH[PVU-HJPSP[`6WLYH[PVUZ*LY[PÄJH[L • Culinary Careers Diploma 9LJYLH[PVU4HUHNLTLU[+PWSVTH +PZHIPSP[`HUK*VTT\UP[`9LOHIPSP[H[PVU+PWSVTH 9LUL^HISL9LZV\YJL4HUHNLTLU[+PWSVTH +PZHIPSP[`HUK*VTT\UP[`9LOHIPSP[H[PVU*LY[PÄJH[L 9PZR4HUHNLTLU[*LY[PÄJH[L ,HYS`*OPSKOVVK,K\JH[PVU*LY[PÄJH[L • Special Needs Educational Assistant Diploma • Early Childhood Education Diploma ;OLYHWL\[PJ9LJYLH[PVU¶.LYVU[VSVN`+PWSVTH • Engineering Design and Drafting Technology Diploma • Unit Clerk

5 Getting Started

APPLICATION PROCEDURES - THE BASICS

We’re delighted you’re considering applying for a Lethbridge College program. To ensure you are aware of the details of your application WYVJLZZYLMLY[V[OLMVSSV^PUNZPTWSLZ[LWZ[VZ\ITP[`V\YHWWSPJH[PVU!

STEP 1 - Read about all of our programs. Application Dates Current High School Students We offer a wide variety of career programs, Lethbridge College will accept applications If you are currently enrolled in Grade 12 seven apprenticeship programs, plus many for admission at any time during the year. courses, you may report on your courses in programs and courses through Distributed Certain high-demand programs may progress by submitting a schedule from the Learning. This calendar highlights all of them have some limitations on the timelines for high school showing your course enrolment. HUK`V\JHUÄUKV\[TVYLVUSPULH[ accepting applications. If you choose one of @V\T\Z[OH]LHUVMÄJPHS[YHUZJYPW[ZLU[ www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca. these programs, you will be advised by mail after you have completed all departmental as to the procedures. We do recommend examinations. STEP 2 - Choose the program you want applying during the following priority to take. WLYPVKZ! Alberta High School Transcripts If you need more information, contact our To request an Alberta high school transcript Academic Advisors at (403) 317-3527 or :LW[LTILYHKTPZZPVU!HWWS`PU1HU\HY` JVU[HJ[! ]PHLTHPSH[!HK]PZVY'SL[OIYPKNLJVSSLNL 1HU\HY`HKTPZZPVU!HWWS`PU:LW[LTILY Transcript Co-ordinator ab.ca. Program Chairs can also provide 4H`HKTPZZPVU!HWWS`PU:LW[LTILY 2nd Floor, 44 Capital Boulevard detailed information on their programs and 10044-108 Street JV\YZLZ@V\»SSÄUK[OL7YVNYHT*OHPY»Z STEP 4 - Supporting Documentation Edmonton, AB T5J 5E6 name and telephone number in the program Due to the range and depth of materials description section of this Academic covered, you may need to complete To be connected toll free within Alberta, dial Calendar and online at additional requirements for admission to HUK[OLUKPHS H[ www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca. ZWLJPÄJWYVNYHTZH[3L[OIYPKNL*VSSLNL the prompt. For more details on admissions to individual STEP 3 - Complete our ‘Application for College programs, refer to the program High School Transcripts from Other Admission Form’ or apply online. WYVÄSLPU[OPZ*HSLUKHY Provinces If you are applying to Lethbridge College, Transcripts may be obtained by contacting a $55 non-refundable application fee (JHKLTPJ9LX\PYLTLU[ZYLMLY[V[OVZLOPNO the appropriate education board of the must accompany your application. Please school (or equivalent) courses required to province in which you attended or are make cheques or money orders payable ensure success in the particular program of attending high school. Ontario high school [Vº3L[OIYPKNL*VSSLNL»@V\JHUHSZVWH` study. In all cases, equivalencies to those students can apply for transcripts directly over the telephone or in person using VISA courses will be considered. Non-academic from the high school attended. or MasterCard. Call us at (403) 320-3323 requirements have been implemented for VY[VSSMYLLH[ L_[PM some programs as a means of enhancing :[\KLU[Z^OVOH]LKLÄJPLUJPLZPU[OLPYOPNO you’d like to pay over the telephone. your success and placing more emphasis on school preparation may upgrade their status employability following graduation. by completing high school equivalency Forms are available at the back of this courses. For further information, see the book, as well as from high school guidance Letters of reference and questionnaires may College and University Preparation program counselors, career centres, agencies and assist our admissions staff in evaluating in this calendar. post-secondary institutions across Alberta. the admissibility of applicants to certain Electronic applications are available on our programs. When requested, this information Post-Secondary Transcripts ^LIZP[L!^^^SL[OIYPKNLJVSSLNLHIJH should be submitted with the Application Transcripts from post-secondary institutions for Admission. Failure to supply necessary must be issued and signed by the institution Any information concerning you, including information will delay the processing of your HUKILHY[OLVMÄJPHSZLHS0UVYKLY[VVI[HPU all documentation provided in support of application. VMÄJPHSJVWPLZVM`V\YWVZ[ZLJVUKHY` your Application for Admission, will be kept [YHUZJYPW[ZJVU[HJ[[OL9LNPZ[YHY»Z6MÄJLVM JVUÄKLU[PHS0UMVYTH[PVUJVUJLYUPUN`V\^PSS Transcripts the institution(s) that you attended. be released to third parties only upon your 6MÄJPHS[YHUZJYPW[ZHYL[OLHJHKLTPJYLJVYKZ written authorization. For information, see from any high school, college, technical Apprenticeship and ESL applicants are not [OL*VUÄKLU[PHSP[`VM:[\KLU[9LJVYKZWVSPJ` institute or university you have attended. At required to submit high school or post- in the academic policies. `V\YYLX\LZ[HUVMÄJPHS[YHUZJYPW[PZZLU[ secondary transcripts. directly from a provincial department of It is your responsibility to notify the College education and/or from other institutions to All transcripts submitted to the College of any change of name or address. The [OL(KTPZZPVUZ6MÄJLH[3L[OIYPKNL*VSSLNL become the property of Lethbridge College. College will not be responsible for incorrect 0[PZ`V\YYLZWVUZPIPSP[`[VYLX\LZ[[OLVMÄJPHS Neither the original transcript nor copies mailing and for missed deadlines due to [YHUZJYPW[

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Admissions Testing STEP 7 - Get ready to join Lethbridge TOEFL applications are available by A number of College programs require College JVU[HJ[PUN! admissions testing. If you apply to these If you accept our Offer of Admission, and Educational Testing Services programs you will be asked to show proof write to us with your $300 tuition deposit Box 6154 of identity. The admissions test(s) will not before the admission deadline, we’ll send Princeton, NJ, USA 08541 be administered if you fail to produce `V\^YP[[LUJVUÄYTH[PVUVM`V\YHKTPZZPVU >LIZP[L!O[[W^^^[VLÅVYN HWWYVWYPH[LPKLU[PÄJH[PVU6US`PKLU[PÄJH[PVU We’re looking forward to welcoming you to which includes a recent photograph will our College. Should you have any questions +LHKSPULMVY(WWSPJH[PVUZ! be accepted (e.g. driver’s licence, valid JHSS\Z[VSSMYLLH[ L_[ Fall July 1 passport). 3323) or locally at (403) 320-3323. We’ll be Winter November 1 happy to help. Spring March 1 Medical History A completed Medical History Form and 05;,95(;065(3:;<+,5;: medical examinations are required for some *VU[HJ[!5HKPH/LU^VVK:LUPVY REGISTRATION - THE BASICS WYVNYHTZ@V\^PSSILUV[PÄLKPMHTLKPJHS Admissions Assistant 9LNPZ[YH[PVUPZ[OLWYVJLZZÔLYL`V\ZLSLJ[ examination is required following submission 403.329.7234 or are enrolled in the course or courses of the Application for Admission. UHKPHOLU^VVK'SL[OIYPKNLJVSSLNLHIJH required to complete your program of study at Lethbridge College. Acceptance of the While every effort is made to ensure the International students must complete an Offer of Admissions authorizes Lethbridge HJJ\YHJ`VM(KTPZZPVUZ9LX\PYLTLU[Z Application For Admission Form and attach College to make course selections on the information stated in this calendar is a $55 non-refundable, non-transferable your behalf. Admission is considered only correct at the time of printing. You are application fee. Mail the application form JVUÄYTLKÔLU3L[OIYPKNL*VSSLNLYLJLP]LZ encouraged to consult with the Admissions HUK[OLTVUL`VYKLY[V! your signed acceptance of the Offer of 6MÄJLMVY[OLTVZ[J\YYLU[HKTPZZPVU Admissions Department Admissions along with the required tuition requirements and information. Admissions Lethbridge College MLLKLWVZP[VM VYH^YP[[LUJVUÄYTH[PVU MVYZWLJPÄJWYVNYHTZHYLSPZ[LKPU[OL 3000 College Drive South of sponsorship from a sponsoring agency. program descriptions for each program. Lethbridge, AB T1K 1L6 All fees associated with this acceptance and resulting course or program registrations STEP 5 - Wait for our reply @V\T\Z[ILH[SLHZ[ `LHYZVMHNLI`[OL become the responsibility of the student We’ll begin processing your application as ÄYZ[KH`VMJSHZZLZVYOH]LJVTWSL[LKHOPNO and/or sponsoring agent as of the soon as we receive it. We will give careful school diploma. acceptance date. consideration to your choice of program and if an interview or a test is required before 6MÄJPHS+VJ\TLU[Z The majority of students will be an admission decision can be made, we’ll Students who have attended school automatically registered based on the contact you promptly and let you know. outside Canada must submit the following program information in this calendar. You Once processing is complete, you’ll receive documents to Lethbridge College, either will be registered for a full year (all terms a letter from us with our decision on your with the application form or as soon as the in the academic year). Your acceptance of application. documents are available. An admission our offer assumes that you are bound by decision will not be made until all the rules and regulations of the College and STEP 6 - Make a decision. documents have been received. that you agree to be responsible for the fees If your application is successful, we’ll send associated with registration. you a written Offer of Admission. Please 1. Clear and legible international educational write to us with your decision as soon as JYLKLU[PHSZVYJLY[PÄJH[LZILNPUUPUN^P[O If you are required to make course you can. If you’d like to accept our offer, [OLÄUHS`LHYVMOPNOZJOVVS*LY[PÄLK selections in person, in particular General return the paperwork and enclose your VMÄJPHSKVJ\TLU[ZPZZ\LKI`LHJO Studies students, you are advised to use $300 tuition deposit. Please make cheques institution are required. the online timetable to choose your courses. VYTVUL`VYKLYZWH`HISL[Vº3L[OIYPKNL *LY[PÄLK,UNSPZO[YHUZSH[PVUZMVYHSS You can work with an advisor to build a College.’ All fees associated with this documents not written in English must timetable that suits your needs. College & acceptance and resulting course or program be supplied and translations must be University Preparatory (Upgrading) students registrations become the responsibility of complete, word-for-word and in the same HSZVTLL[^P[OHUHK]PZVY[VÄUHSPaL[OLPY the student and/or sponsoring agent as of format as the original document. course registration. the acceptance date. 6MÄJPHS[YHUZJYPW[ZVMHU`Z[\KPLZ completed in Canada. Although a few programs have terms that You can also pay over the telephone or in vary in length, the majority of Lethbridge person using VISA or MasterCard. Call us ,UNSPZO7YVÄJPLUJ` College programs are delivered in H[VY[VSSMYLLH[ :[\KLU[ZÔVZLÄYZ[SHUN\HNLPZUV[,UNSPZO 15-week terms and, once we receive 0103 (ext. 3323) if you’d like to pay over the must provide a Test of English as a Foreign JVUÄYTH[PVU[OLYLNPZ[YH[PVUWYVJLZZILNPUZ [LSLWOVUL;OPZKLWVZP[^PSSJVUÄYT`V\Y Language (TOEFL) score of 550 (213 if automatically. place in our program. If you do pay over JVTW\[LYIHZLK[LZ[PUNHUP);ZJVYLVM the telephone, please remember to mail us or a grade of 50 per cent or higher in English You are encouraged to register as early as `V\Y^YP[[LUHJJLW[HUJLHZ^LSS9LTLTILY Language Arts (ELA) 30-1 or 30-2 or the possible and must ensure you are registered to reply before the deadline for admission, equivalent from a Canadian institution. This MVYLHJO[LYTWYPVY[V[OLZ[HY[KH[L9LMLY ÔPJO`V\^PSSÄUKPU`V\Y^YP[[LU6MMLYVM is applicable to all programs. to the Academic Schedule on page 3 of the Admission. calendar.)

7 Getting Started

FINANCING YOUR EDUCATION • Has been available to the work force for What do I do after I submit my loan Student Loan Basics [^VTVU[OJVUZLJ\[P]LWLYPVKZ69 application? You must apply for your loan through your 0ZV]LY[OLHNLVM69 In most cases you will be apprised province of residence; wherever you lived /HZILLUTHYYPLK69 immediately of your funding assessment most recently for 12 months while not /HZJOPSKYLU69 (if you applied electronically). You will then attending a post-secondary institution on a • Has been out of high school for four years receive a document in the mail requiring full-time basis. your signature – bring that signed document If you don’t meet any of these criteria, you to Student Services so we may courier it for Application Time Lines will be considered a “dependent” student you. If you apply electronically, a parental New student loan applications are created even if your parents aren’t supporting you. signature will be required as well as your annually and are available in May of each V^UVU[OLºZPNUH[\YLKVJ\TLU[»0M`V\ year. If you are applying for a study period Alberta Students apply by paper, you will receive a Notice of that begins after July 1, you cannot apply Apply online at www.alis.gov.ab.ca click on Assessment in the mail in four-six weeks. until the new applications are available. This Learning, then New Electronic Application. is also true for electronic applications. You C9L]PL^[OL5V[PJLVM(ZZLZZTLU[;OPZ can apply for loan funding any time after this Note – some programs or circumstances documents each type, amount, and as long as the process can be completed require paper applications (i.e., pre- disbursement date of all the funding you while you are still in that period of studies. employment programs, situations where will receive during your academic year. It The maximum continuous length of time there are questions around credit or special must cover your entire period of studies so you may apply for on one application is 12 funding). Paper applications are available in budget accordingly. months. (It is in your best interest to apply front of Lethbridge College Student Services for the longest continuous academic study or at Canada Alberta Service Centres What do I do when I receive my loan period you will be in within this limit.) (CASC). Paper applications take four - six document? weeks to be assessed. Manitoba and British Usually your loan will arrive (at the address What information do I need to apply? Columbia residents can apply online as well. you used on your application) as already If you are applying for an Alberta loan ºJVUÄYTLK»;OPZTLHUZ[OH[3L[OIYPKNL electronically, most of the required How do I qualify? College Student Awards staff have information will be available to you online. First you must demonstrate need. Education LSLJ[YVUPJHSS`JVUÄYTLK`V\YM\SS[PTLZ[H[\Z As long as you have correctly entered the is an investment on the part of the student, and requested an amount to be remitted institution and the program and selected the the family and the government (taxpayer directly to the College. This amount is terms in which you plan to be full-time, the dollars cover your interest while you are in generally limited to the balance of tuition maximum tuition, fees, and books amounts school). You must have a minimum amount and fees you owe for the term you are in will be displayed. You may request less of savings to contribute yourself and, where or the one you are just about to enter. In than the maximum, but no more. If you it is deemed appropriate, parents must also general, fees for residence, laptop and are an out-of-province student or applying contribute. It is essential that students take daycare are not charged to student loan on paper, these program-related costs JHYLVMV\[Z[HUKPUNÄUHUJPHSPZZ\LZWYPVY[V documents. Any outstanding fees may also will be available through the Lethbridge attending college; servicing debts while on be requested. If you are not assessed for a College website. Select the link to the HZ[\KLU[SVHUPZL_[YLTLS`KPMÄJ\S[HUK[OL second loan disbursement near your second appropriate program and then click on pressure this involves may jeopardize your term and/or if your student loan award is ¸@V\Y0U]LZ[TLU[¹5V[L!:[\KLU[ZPU@LHY success. UV[Z\MÄJPLU[[VJV]LY`V\YMLLZ`V\^PSS 1 or 2 of Nursing must apply for loans as be responsible for making those payment Lethbridge College students even though Please note that government-sponsored arrangements. they apply for admission through the Student Loans are restricted to those University of Lethbridge.) students in post secondary classes on a 0M`V\YSVHUKVJ\TLU[PZUV[¸JVUÄYTLK¹ full time basis. Upgrading classes cannot and/or does not show a “remit” amount, If you are a “dependent” student you will comprise any of the 12 credits per term you must bring it to Student Services to be need information and signatures from your [OH[PZ[OL3L[OIYPKNL*VSSLNLºM\SS[PTL» processed. At this time, no out-of-province parents. requirement. Post-secondary students SVHUZJHUILLSLJ[YVUPJHSS`JVUÄYTLK studying at a level below 12 credits per A student is INDEPENDENT (doesn’t require term may be eligible for part-time Canada 6UJLJVUÄYTLKSVHUKVJ\TLU[ZT\Z[NV[V WHYLU[HSPUMVYTH[PVUZPNUH[\YLZPMOLZOL! Student Loans. Those applications are also either the Edulinx representative on campus available at Student Services and CASC (they are generally available near Student 6MÄJLZI\[[OL`YLX\PYLH\[OVYPaH[PVUI` Services at the beginning and end of each Lethbridge College’s Student Awards staff. YLN\SHY[LYTVY[VH*HUHKH7VZ[6MÄJL designated to handle student loans.

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FEES AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION 7H`TLU[ZMVYHSS[\P[PVUHUKMLLZJHUILTHKLPU[OL-PUHUJLVMÄJLHUKVY[OL:[\KLU[ @V\^PSSYLX\PYLWOV[VPKLU[PÄJH[PVU`V\Y :LY]PJLZ9LNPZ[YH[PVUVMÄJL;OL-PUHUJLVMÄJLPZVWLU !HT[V!WT4VUKH` Social Insurance card (or a government of [OYV\NO-YPKH`0[PZSVJH[LKVU[OLZLJVUKÅVVYVM[OL*LU[YL*VYL9VVT*,;OL Canada generated document that refers :[\KLU[:LY]PJLZ9LNPZ[YH[PVUVMÄJLPZVWLU HT[V!WT4VUKH`[OYV\NO-YPKH` to it) and a VOID cheque (or have your HUKPZSVJH[LKVU[OLTHPUÅVVYHKQHJLU[[V[OL*LU[YL*VYL9VVT7( bank complete the banking information for you – it is vital that this information @V\JHUTHRLWH`TLU[ZOV\YZHKH`KH`ZH`LHY[OYV\NO`V\YÄUHUJPHSPUZ[P[\[PVU appears correctly). Once you have signed via telephone/online banking. Please refer to the Lethbridge College website for other `V\YKVJ\TLU[H[[OL7VZ[6MÄJLVY^P[O payment methods which will be available for your payment convenience. Edulinx the document is on its way into the system and the College will receive the After applying, learners will be provided with a user name and password that will allow fees it has requested. Whatever balance access to LCC Online, our Internet portal, for payments and to view account status. Final remains (if there is one) will be deposited grades and class schedules are also provided via LCC Online. into your bank account. The time it takes for this to occur varies, but students can The following section provides more detail on tuition, fees and policies related to student NLULYHSS`L_WLJ[[OLPYM\UKZ[VºSHUK»PU ÄUHUJPHSYLJVYKZ their bank accounts in one to two weeks. How do I pay my tuition and fees? What if I drop out or drop below full-time Generally, all fees are due and payable, not later than 20 working days prior to the requirements? ILNPUUPUNVM[OL[LYT-VYL_HTWSL[OL MLLZHYLK\LMVY[OLMVSSV^PUN[LYTZ! If you drop below the 12-credit requirement in a term, your loan will be cancelled. Term Due Date :[\KLU[Z-PUHUJL^PSSILUV[PÄLKHUKHU` Summer I Term (July - August) June 11, 2007 further funding will be stopped. If you Fall Term (September - December) August 3, 2007 don’t reapply for a loan and register as a Winter Term (January - April) November 30, 2007 full-time student within six months, your :\TTLY00;LYT4H`1\UL (WYPS repayment will begin six months after your date of withdrawal from full-time studies. If you have received grant monies, Students • Undeclared students must pay all related fees at the time of registration. Finance may request immediate repayment • Course changes made after the fee payment dates may result in additional of all or a portion of that amount. fees. These additional fees must be paid at the time the course changes are THKL9LZ\S[PUNJYLKP[IHSHUJLZTHÌLYL[HPULK¸VUHJJV\U[¹VYHYLX\LZ[ What if I feel that I didn’t receive may be submitted for subsequent refund to the student and/or sponsor. enough? You can appeal your assessment by :[\KLU[ZÔVOH]LHWWSPLKMVYHUKYLJLP]LKJVUÄYTH[PVU[OH[[OL`^PSSILYLJLP]PUN JVTWSL[PUNHº*OHUNLVM*PYJ\TZ[HUJL» student loans will normally have fees deducted for the current term. They may opt to form – available at Student Services or have the full academic year fees deducted from this assessment by applying for this downloadable from the www.alis.gov.ab.ca ZLY]PJLÔLUZ\ITP[[PUN[OLPYSVHUMVYWYVJLZZPUN:OV\SKJVUÄYTH[PVUVMHZ[\KLU[ site. Submit completed forms at Student loan not be received by the date fees are due and payable, the student must make Services to be couriered in order to speed payment arrangements with the Finance Department or pay the fees themselves prior to up the process. (This review generally the due dates. Any resulting refunds from payments received through the student loan takes four-six weeks.) Be advised that appropriation will normally be forwarded directly to the loan provider. there are maximums for living, tuition, fees and books; if you exceed these you aren’t Note: Non-payment of fees by the due dates will result in a student being withdrawn from likely to be awarded any additional funds. the program and reassignment of the student’s seat to a wait-listed applicant.

What if I had a loan before and I don’t want one now? If you are still in repayment for a previous student loan you must notify your previous lender that you are now a full-time student. There is no repayment relief for part- time students. The form required varies depending on your lender and must be authorized by Student Awards staff.

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APPLICATION PROCESSING FEES GOODS AND SERVICES (GST) TAX TECHNOLOGY INFRASTRUCTURE FEE This non-refundable fee must be remitted Where applicable, GST on fees, goods and This is a compulsory fee assessed to for each occasion a student applies to services provided by Lethbridge College students enrolling in any credit course Lethbridge College and for each program or in association with College life will be (except for Apprenticeship programs) at to which they have applied. If currently administered under the procedures as Lethbridge College. The College will apply enrolled students wish to change to another proclaimed by government legislation and this fee to upgrade the administrative program, they also must remit this non- is subject to change with rulings, guidelines systems in order to maintain the support of refundable fee when applying to the new and amendments as set out by the the entire College infrastructure. As such, WYVNYHT5V[L!;OPZUVUYLM\UKHISLMLL Government of Canada. it is not considered a “fee for instruction” will be waived if the College advises that a and, therefore, not subject to the Alberta WYVNYHTJOHUNL^V\SKILILULÄJPHS[V[OL STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATION FEES Advanced Education Tuition Fee Policy learner’s success. Student membership fees are established guidelines. Any subsequent changes to this and governed through the bylaws of the fee rate will, however, be included in the The Application Fee is exempt of the Tuition Lethbridge College Students’ Association consultative process with the student body -LL7VSPJ`HZ^LSSHZ.:;;OLZWLJPÄJ (LCCSA). LCCSA fees are mandatory for all just as is required with fees applicable under amount of the fee paid for a program students enrolled in credit course(s). LCCSA the Tuition Fee Policy guidelines. application will only be included on the fees are assessed upon College registration T2202A if a student subsequently enrolls in and are due and payable under the same The Technology Infrastructure fee is not HUKH[[LUKZ[OLZWLJPÄJWYVNYHT[V^OPJO terms and conditions as tuition fees. subject to GST but will be included as an he/she applied and was accepted. eligible amount on the T2202As. In addition, ;OL :[\KLU[Z»(ZZVJPH[PVUMLLZHYL this fee will be charged to Visa students at TUITION assessed at $3.02 per credit for students the same rate as all other students, unlike Tuition fees are based on the credit value enrolled in credit courses. Credit courses the tuition fee rates. of the course. Please check Lethbridge offered at satellite campuses, through *VSSLNL»ZVMÄJPHSLSLJ[YVUPJJHSLUKHYMVY[OL Distributed Learning and practicum courses, 9LM\UK[YLH[TLU[VU[OPZMLL^PSSMVSSV^[OL [\P[PVUMLLYH[LZVUJV\YZLZHUK are assessed at $1.33 per credit. Please 9LM\UK7VSPJ`;HISLV\[SPULKVUWHNL programs at www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca. check the Lethbridge College electronic Full refunds will be given up to the end of calendar at www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca. the course withdraw Period 3 with no refund Students’ Association fees, athletic fees, after that date. technology fees, and supplies, GST, and Every dollar of the total Students’ other fees, as applicable, are assessed and Association fee collected is distributed to e-VOLUTION FEE charged in addition to these tuition fees. [OLHJJV\U[ZVM[OL3**:(HZMVSSV^Z! Lethbridge College is attentive to the @V\^PSSÄUK[OLTVZ[YLJLU[MLLZMVY[OLZL technological advances in business and services on the electronic calendar at www. Students’ Council Fund $0.57 industry and is dedicated to preparing lethbridgecollege.ab.ca. Capital Purchase Trust Fund $0.19 graduates with the requisite knowledge *HTW\Z9LJYLH[PVU-\UK and skills in a learner-centred environment. 7YVQLJ[LK*YLKP[;\P[PVU9H[LMVY:\IZLX\LU[ $1.00 Training, teaching and learning practices 7LYPVKZ!;OL(SILY[H(K]HUJLK,K\JH[PVU are also rapidly changing in light of new Tuition Fee Policy requires institutions HEALTH AND DENTAL PLAN FEES communication technologies. The Centre to publish four-year credit tuition fee The LCCSA has implemented Extended for Applied Arts and Sciences contains projections in their calendars. In addition Health and Dental plans for students. several technology intensive programs [V[OLJVUÄYTLK JYLKP[[\P[PVUMLL Extended Health and Dental fees are and continues to incorporate the latest rates as listed on the website, the planned mandatory for all students who meet software and hardware into its curriculum to JYLKP[[\P[PVUYH[LZMVY the eligibility criteria. All LCCSA fees are enhance teaching, learning, and graduate and 2010-11 will be set in accordance with assessed upon College registration and are employability. With these objectives in mind, the parameters of the Tuition Fee Policy. due and payable under the same terms and the Centre has launched its pilot initiative The projections for the subsequent periods conditions as tuition fees. e-VOLUTION. This represents next-generation will be based upon the Province of Alberta teaching and learning and greater access to consumer price index (CPI) rate. Fees for the LCCSA Health and Dental plans essential technologies and learning materials HYLHZMVSSV^Z! for instructors and learners alike. These rates are subject to annual review and adjustment as determined by the Fall - Provides coverage from September 1, Through e-VOLUTIONSLHYULYZPUZWLJPÄLK College’s four-year business plan cycle 2007 to December 31, 2007. programs will lease high-powered laptop in conjunction with student consultation. Health Dental Total computers, complete with software, from Students’ Association fees, athletic fees and $62.00 $62.00 $124.00 Lethbridge College. Faculty members in certain other fees are not included in these those programs will also be equipped with projections as they are not subject to the Winter - Provides coverage from January 1, laptops and software, permitting increased Provincial Tuition Fee Policy and they may [V(\N\Z[ ÅL_PIPSP[`PUHUKV\[ZPKLVM[OLJSHZZYVVT be adjusted annually. Health Dental Total $62.00 $62.00 $124.00 In addition to software, learners will also be provided with technical support, wireless Any questions regarding LCCSA Fees network access and on-campus training ZOV\SKILKPYLJ[LK[V[OL3**:(6MÄJL sessions. (403) 320-3373.

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Learners will be able to access the College ADDITIONAL FEES network and their coursework anywhere on campus. Laptops will be used extensively but Application Processing Fee (non-refundable) ...... $55 not exclusively. Teaching and learning methods :\WWSLTLU[HS,_HTPUH[PVU! VMVULJYLKP[]HS\LVM[OLHWWSPJHISLJV\YZL[\P[PVU vary, based on how appropriate they are for the fee rate individual course or lesson content. Instructors 7YPVY3LHYUPUN(ZZLZZTLU[! VM[OL[V[HS[\P[PVUMLLMVY[OLJV\YZLPUJS\KPUN! will determine when and where laptops will be *OHSSLUNL,_HT6YHS,_HT=PKLV9L]PL^7VY[MVSPV used in class. Some programs and courses may Assessment etc.) use the Internet and WebCT for full or partial Transcripts (each) ...... $5 course delivery, extending the advantages of 3L[[LYZVM*VUÄYTH[PVULHJO...... $5 learner laptop use. 9LWSHJLTLU[VM*YLKLU[PHS...... $35 9LWSHJLTLU[VM:[\KLU[0+*HYK ...... $5 Programs 5:-9L[\YULKJOLX\LZWLYP[LT...... $35 Students enrolled in the following programs ;9LWSHJLTLU[ ...... $5 are required to lease a laptop computer from +\WSPJH[L*HZO9LJLPW[...... $5 3L[OIYPKNL*VSSLNL! Technology Infrastructure Fee...... $7.50/credit • Interior Design Athletic Fee...... JYLKP[ • Engineering Design and Drafting Technology • Civil Engineering Technology :[\KLU[ZHYLYLZWVUZPISLMVYWYPU[PUNVUJHTW\Z;OLÄYZ[ZOLL[ZWLY`LHYHYLMYLL • Geomatics Engineering Technology after that the printing cost is 10¢ per page (subject to change).

Distribution Paid parking is available on campus at the current approved fee rates. Laptops will be distributed to each student the day before classes begin once their total 2007-08 FEES INVENTORY fees, including refundable security deposit, are received by the College. Students will have their Centre for Applied Management laptop to use 24 hours a day, seven days a week. *\SPUHY`*HYLLYZ3H\UKY`ZLY]PJLMVY*6*9LZ[H\YHU[ 7YVK\J[PVU:RPSSZ .. $330 Culinary Careers - Laundry service for CUL206 (Luncheon a la Carte & Buffets).... $165 Fees WATS Cooking - Laundry service...... $26/course Fees include hardware, software, network -HZOPVU+LZPNU 4LYJOHUKPZPUN:L^PUN2P[+LWVZP[9LM\UKLK^OLUYL[\YULK .. $100 access, carrying case, user guide and training. 4HYRL[PUN!42; -PLSK;YPW ...... $62 Due to software licensing costs, fees for some Apprenticeship material fee...... $52 programs may be slightly higher than others. Centre for Applied Arts and Sciences -LLZMVY HYL WLY[LYT-LLZ e-VOLUTION laptop rental...... $625/term for both terms plus a refundable security Deposit on e-VOLUTION laptop rental – refundable when returned ...... $500 deposit ($500) must be paid prior to the day of distribution, the day before classes begin. Due Centre for Health, Justice and Human Services to software licensing agreements and other (J[P]P[PLZMLLMVY*@* 6\[KVVY,K\JH[PVUHS,_WLYPLUJL ...... $77.50 constraints, students may not use a laptop of their own. ACCOMMODATIONS 7SLHZLYLMLY[V[OL 3L[OIYPKNL*VSSLNLVUSPUL*HSLUKHYMVYYLZPKLUJL Students who withdraw from a program and accommodation costs. YL[\YU[OLSHW[VWK\YPUN[OL[LYT»ZÄYZ[HKK drop period, will be refunded the full laptop fee General Regulations Governing Payment of Fees amount for that term and for any subsequent -PUHSJVUÄYTH[PVUVMHJJLW[HUJL^PSSILJVU[PUNLU[\WVUYLJLPW[VM[OLYLX\PYLK[\P[PVU terms. Any loss of components or damage to the MLLKLWVZP[VYZWVUZVYZOPWJVUÄYTH[PVUHUK[OLZPNULK6MMLYVM(KTPZZPVU^P[OPU[OL laptop during this period will be assessed and KH[LZZWLJPÄLKPU[OL6MMLY(SSMLLZHYLK\LHUKWH`HISLPUM\SSVUVYILMVYL[OLKH[LZ deducted from the damage deposit. posted. Students who have not paid their fees in full by the scheduled dates will be dropped from programs and all courses in which they are currently registered or will be Fees will not be refunded if laptops are not subject to collection procedures. IYV\NO[IHJRILMVYLVYK\YPUN[OLÄYZ[HKKKYVW period. :[\KLU[Z^P[OV\[Z[HUKPUNPUKLI[LKULZZ[V3L[OIYPKNL*VSSLNLHYLWSHJLKVUÄUHUJPHS hold and all transcripts, marks statements, parchments, and Student I.D. cards are Insurance withheld. In addition to collection procedures, this will restrict access to the College Lethbridge College does not provide insurance in the future. The Finance Department should be contacted immediately to resolve coverage for loss, damage or theft of laptops, any outstanding obligations. Issuance of “NSF” cheques may result in students being software or related goods. Students are solely placed in a strictly cash arrangement for all existing and future obligations. responsible for ensuring they have adequate house, renters or other insurance coverage for Subsequent to initial registration in various courses, the College does permit a such incidents. restricted time period for the student to adjust their course load by making such JOHUNLZ[OYV\NO[OL9LNPZ[YHY»Z6MÄJLUV[SH[LY[OHU[OLLUKVM(KK+YVW7LYPVK Check the Lethbridge College website for *OHUNLZTHKL^PSSPUHSSWYVIHIPSP[`YLZ\S[PUHUHKQ\Z[TLU[[V[OLÄUHUJPHSMLL additional e-VOLUTION information. obligation.

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• Tuition fee deposits may be transferred from one program/course to another or from one term to another at the written request of the applicant, subject to entrance requirements being met and availability of space at the time of reactivation. Such transfers are restricted to programs designated as “Credit” and scheduled for delivery within the same academic year.

(SSÄUHUJPHSVISPNH[PVUZT\Z[ILZL[[SLKILMVYLHWHYJOTLU[ZJOVSHYZOPWTLKHSWYPaLVYNYHKLZJHUILH^HYKLKVYPZZ\LK:[\KLU[Z unable to meet fee obligations while awaiting a loan or grant assistance must make arrangements with Financial Services prior to the fee due date and before attending any classes. Sponsored students must check with their sponsoring agency to ensure which fees or portion of fees would not be covered. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure payment, by the posted dates, of any fees not covered by the sponsoring agency.

Note:(KKP[PVUHSMLLZT\Z[ILWHPKH[[OL[PTL[OLJV\YZLJOHUNLZHYLTHKL9LZ\S[PUNJYLKP[IHSHUJLZTH`ILYL[HPULKVUHJJV\U[VYH request may be submitted for subsequent refund to the student and/or the sponsor.

REFUNDS, WITHDRAWALS AND DROPS

Refund and Credit Schedule -HPS\YL[VVMÄJPHSS`^P[OKYH^PU^YP[PUNMYVTHU`JV\YZLPUHJJVYKHUJL^P[O^P[OKYH^HSWYVJLK\YLZ^PSSYLZ\S[PUUVYLM\UKVMMLLZUVY YLK\J[PVUVM\UWHPKMLLZ:[\KLU[Z^OVMHPS[VH[[LUKJV\YZLZ^P[OV\[VMÄJPHSS`^P[OKYH^PUNHYLZ[PSSPUKLI[LK[V[OL*VSSLNLMVYHSSHWWSPJHISL fees.

Tuition Tax Receipts (T2202A) for Filing Personal Income Tax Forms The tax form T2202A is automatically produced for the sum of eligible amounts applicable to the respective calendar year for each student. ;(MVYTZ^PSSILH]HPSHISLH[3L[OIYPKNL*VSSLNLK\YPUN-LIY\HY`VM[OLMVSSV^PUN`LHY(S[LYUH[LS`Z[\KLU[ZTH`JHSS[OL-PUHUJL6MÄJL H[ L_[VYSVJHSS`H[HUKYLX\LZ[[OLMVYT[VILTHPSLK

Withdrawals and Drops

Timelines Complete Program Withdrawal Individual Course Drop Period 1 Up to 20 business days prior to program start date Up to 20 business days prior to program start date (-\SSYLM\UKVM[\P[PVUSLZZ VMYLX\PYLKKLWVZP[ A) Full refund on tuition ($150) B) No entry on academic transcript B) No entry on academic transcript Period 2 After period 1 and up to and including the last day After period 1 and up to and including the last day of the VM[OL(+++967WLYPVK (+++967WLYPVK (-\SSYLM\UKVM[\P[PVUSLZZ VMYLX\PYLK A) Full refund on tuition deposit ($300). B) No entry on academic transcript B) No entry on academic transcript After period 1 and up to and including the last day of the (+++967WLYPVK Period 3 After period 2 and prior to and including the last day After period 2 and prior to and including the last day of the VM[OL,?;,5+,++967WLYPVK ,?;,5+,++967WLYPVK A) $50 late drop fee for each course dropped A) $50 late drop fee for each course dropped B) No entry on academic transcript B) No entry on academic transcript

Period 4 (M[LYWLYPVKHUKWYPVY[V[OLSHZ[^P[OKYH^HSKH[L VM term) A) No refund B) Grade “W” on transcript Period 5 After the last date to withdraw A) No refund B) Final grade assigned on transcript Period 6 Student required to withdraw A) No refund or credit I.YHKL¸9>¹VU[YHUZJYPW[

12 Services For Learners

Learner Support Academic Advising Career Counselling Chaplaincy Services Counselling Day Care Centre Distributed Learning LCC Online Library 9LJY\P[TLU[ Security Services Student Financial Aid Student for a Day Students with Disabilities Testing Services ;OL>692: The Learning Café (Library)

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Fitness, Wellness and Recreation Be Fit For Life *HTW\Z9LJYLH[PVUZ Health Services Kodiak Athletics Sports Facilitities

Students Serving Students Alumni Association Students’ Association Students’ Health & Dental Plan

Other Services Lockers Lost and Found Media Parking Printing Public Transportation Student ID Card Services for Learners

LEARNER SUPPORT SERVICES

ACADEMIC ADVISING • 320.3323 DAY CARE CENTRE • 320.3430 LIBRARY • 320.3352 College Advisors are available to help you The Lethbridge College Day Care Centre Your Student ID card gives you access to make informed decisions about programs is operated primarily as a student service, [OLZLZLY]PJLZH[[OL)\JOHUHU3PIYHY`! and courses. The Advising Team will assist although College staff and the general 9LZLHYJOHZZPZ[HUJL `V\PUÄUKPUN`V\Y^H`[OYV\NO[OLTHaL public may also use the Day Care if space • Online access to quality information of college paperwork, course and program is available. The Day Care is licensed for 40 sources choices, and academic regulations and children, aged 19 months to school-age and • Current video, print and journal procedures. Advisors will also help you is in operation during the academic year. resources interpret academic polices, and your rights Full and part-time care is available. Students • 65 computers in our Learning Commons and responsibilities. The Advisors offer both should apply early as there often is a wait and 145 computers in the IB Commons academic and developmental advising. You list. Fee rates are available upon request and with word processing, spreadsheet can turn to the Advisors for a friendly active Z\IZPKPLZHYLH]HPSHISL[VX\HSPÄLKWHYLU[Z and database applications and Internet listening ear when exploring your academic If you would like more information about access options. the Day Care, please contact the centre • Assistance with WebCT and LCC Online manager and set up an appointment to visit. tutorials CAREER COUNSELLING • 320.3351 You may also apply by using our fax/mail • The Alberta Library Card allows you to Career counselling services are open back application form available in PDF borrow from more than 300 libraries in to all Lethbridge College students and format on the Lethbridge College website. Alberta prospective students. Students may • Online resources available at complete interest and personality inventories DISTRIBUTED LEARNING • 382.6931 peregrine.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca to assess their suitability for various Distributed Learning Services offers educational programs and occupational over 100 courses available in a print- RECRUITMENT • 320.3490 objectives (A nominal charge is applied to based correspondence format, as well as ;OL9LJY\P[TLU[;LHT[HRLZ[OL*VSSLNL[V some testing services). Career counselling numerous online courses. For a complete the people, visiting schools and community ZWLJPÄJ[V(IVYPNPUHSSLHYULYZPZHSZV listing of courses or general information groups throughout Alberta, British Columbia, available. see the Distributed Learning section of this Saskatchewan and Manitoba. If you need calendar or drop by the Student Services more information about Lethbridge College, CHAPLAINCY SERVICES • 320.3202 6MÄJL call to arrange an information session, a (Extension 5328) [V\YVM[OL*VSSLNLVYº:[\KLU[MVYH+H`» Chaplaincy services provide spiritual LCC ONLINE ]PZP[º:[\KLU[MVYH+H`»PZH]HPSHISL6J[VILY support to Lethbridge College learners www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca • 320.3352 - November and February - March. Campus through the joint cooperation of a number (Library) Tours are available all year, Monday – Friday. of area churches. In addition to spiritual LCC Online is your Internet connection Please call to arrange a tour. counselling, the Chaplaincy also assists to the College experience. LCC Online with the organization of memorial services, provides you with a College e-mail account SECURITY SERVICES • 320.3206 administers the benevolent Agape Fund and access to a variety of services designed • 894-6101 (Cell) ^OPJOWYV]PKLZÄUHUJPHSZ\WWVY[[V to enhance your learning experience. Security Services is responsible for Lost Z[\KLU[ZLUJV\U[LYPUNHÄUHUJPHSJYPZPZHUK • Pay for your courses, program and other and Found, parking, room access, and First organizes and co-ordinates a home-cooked fees online with a credit card. (PK;OL3L[OIYPKNL9LNPVUHS7VSPJLJHUIL TLHSH[[OL9LZPKLUJL(J[P]P[`*LU[YL9(* • View College information at your leisure. reached at 911 (on campus dial 9-911) in an at the end of both the Fall and Winter terms. • View real-time updated course and LTLYNLUJ`VY MVYUVULTLYNLUJ` Services may be accessed by dropping program information. calls. PUK\YPUNVMÄJLOV\YZVYI`THRPUNHU • View your marks any time. appointment by telephone. • Access e-mail links to other learners, STUDENT FINANCIAL AID • 320.3372 instructors and services. Student Loans COUNSELLING • 320.3351 Provincial and Federal Student Loans are Counselling services are available to If you need help accessing LCC Online or available to students who demonstrate need address interpersonal problems, crisis have any questions, see the staff in the (based on governmental criteria). management, stress and anger management Information Commons in the Instructional and other issues that may interfere with Building or in the Learning Commons in the Government student loans are college studies and personal well-being. Library. For hours and questions call 320- recommended to those who qualify as *V\UZLSSPUNZWLJPÄJ[V(IVYPNPUHSSLHYULYZPZ 3352. no interest accrues while the student is in also available. full-time studies and repayment need not begin until six months after studies are discontinued. In addition, all loan applicants are assessed for grants at the same time so ºSVHUZ»VM[LUPUJS\KLUVUYLWH`HISLM\UKZ as well.

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Alberta residents should apply via www.alis. Lethbridge College Awards are annual; they THE WORKS - STUDENT EMPLOYMENT gov.ab.ca Paper applications are available can be applied for after March 1 of each RESOURCE CENTRE • 320.3287 at Lethbridge College or any post-secondary year based on the current year’s application. The Works staff is available to assist institution and at Canada Alberta Service Students entering new programs or entering students and alumni in their search for Centres. Some other provinces also allow 3L[OIYPKNL*VSSLNLMVY[OLÄYZ[[PTLJHU employment and other placements. Services electronic applications for out-of-province apply for Entrance Awards from March WYV]PKLKPUJS\KL! educational institutions. Check your until the end of July. Students continuing • job boards at locations around campus provincial educational web site. their studies within Lethbridge College can • extensive database of employers apply from March until the end of April. • general information on work experience When a student is approved for loan Applications can be downloaded in PDF placements funding, and is registered in 12 post- format from the awards web site. • graduate summaries listing skills secondary credits/term, the College will acquired in each Lethbridge College request the student’s outstanding balance Awards are disbursed in late October. program for the current term (one term at a time only) • resources and personalized assistance directly from the loan. Any amount that is STUDENT FOR A DAY • 320.3490 with resumes and interviews not covered by a loan disbursement must be Student For A Day is available to anyone • work exchange project information on addressed by the student; it is a good idea considering post-secondary education, or employment opportunities abroad to check your account balance online each HU`VUL^OV^PZOLZ[VL_WLYPLUJLÄYZ[OHUK • a referral service for employers that term. the life of a student at Lethbridge College. matches students and alumni with Prospective students will spend one day program-related opportunities If a student does not qualify for a with a student from the program of their • annual Career Conference government sponsored loan, other options choice. The day is spent attending classes, • Lethbridge College’s state-of-the-art, include student lines of credit through labs and experiencing campus life. Student web-based employment service IHURZ(SILY[H>VYRZM\UKPUNPMX\HSPÄLK For A Day requires two weeks notice. Call to (see Canada Alberta Service Centres) or book your Student For A Day appointment Native Band funding. VY]PZP[[OL(K]HUJLTLU[6MÄJL[V]VS\U[LLY THE LEARNING CAFÉ (Library) • 382.6952 to take a student for the day. Students who The Learning Café, located in CE1340 in the Students in upgrading (College and volunteer will receive a letter of reference southwest corner of the library, has on its University Preparatory classes) should see [V\ZLPU[OLPYYLZ\TLÄSLHZ^LSSHZH menu a number of academic and learning a Case Manager (320-3334) well in advance voucher for the Food Court. support services for Lethbridge College of their intended study period to see if they Z[\KLU[Z(JHKLTPJZ\WWVY[ZPUJS\KL! qualify for funding. STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES • • free drop-in help in areas such as essay 329.7268 writing (including APA documentation), Bursaries for Part-Time Studies Disability Services is committed to enabling English, biology, chemistry, physics, and Students who don’t study at the full-time students with disabilities to access math for all College students to assist in level (12 post- secondary credits per term) College services, programs and facilities completion of course requirements can apply for part-time post- secondary as participating members of the College • a peer-tutoring service available to bursaries for up to $300/term or for a Part community. Lethbridge College ’s Academic X\HSPÄLKZ[\KLU[ZULLKPUNOLSWPU Time Canada Student Loan. Students at Accommodations for Students with courses with specialized content the Secondary (upgrading) level can apply Disabilities policy outlines the procedures for • Individualized skills development for a part-time bursary for up to $600/term accommodating students with disabilities courses designed to improve academic [OYV\NO[OL*HZL4HUHNLTLU[6MÄJLH[[OL in accordance with their distinct needs, and skills in preparation for further credit College. without compromising academic standards coursework or to meet requirements of and principles. Students with disabilities conditional acceptance into a program. Scholarships and Awards who require academic accommodations Students and potential students can are encouraged to contact the Disability Learning Support Services provides strategy view all Lethbridge College Awards and Counselor. instruction, intervention, and support Scholarships on the web site; www. through workshops, class visits, individual lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/departments/ TESTING SERVICES • 320.3368 appointments, and College Success (COL) student/awards/ Testing Services provides admissions testing credit courses. These sessions cover and academic skills assessment. Distributed varied topics including studying, listening All awards that require application have Learning students and students who miss an and notetaking, textbook reading, test- the deadline date cited at the end of in-class exam due to illness or emergency taking, time management, and memory and the description. If there is no deadline, can make arrangements to write their exams concentration. the award recipient will be selected by in Testing Services. Call for an appointment faculty members based on characteristics at least 24 hours before the exam is to be demonstrated while in studies. All Entrance written. Picture ID is required. awards require application.

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FACILITIES

BOOKSTORE • 320.3341 RESIDENCE • 329-7218 Out-of-province students continue to be 9LN\SHYOV\YZHUKL_[LUKLKOV\YZ^PSSIL (SSV\Y\UP[ZOH]LILLUZWLJPÄJHSS`KLZPNULK covered on their own provincial health outlined at the beginning of each term. to meet the needs of our learners. Basic insurance. utilities are included in the residence fees The Bookstore provides you with the and paid parking is available. Each unit is Landed immigrants living in Alberta are textbooks you need to successfully also provided with cable TV. Each bedroom considered Alberta residents and must apply complete your courses. They have stationery OHZH:OH^'/VTLOPNOZWLLK0U[LYUL[ for Alberta Health Care within 30 days of supplies, educationally priced software, connection. their arrival in the province. canteen items and Lethbridge College souvenirs. The Bookstore accepts cash, Please see our web site for further International students living in Alberta for cheques, Interac, VISA and MasterCard. PUMVYTH[PVUÅVVYWSHUZHUKTVYLH[^^^ one year or more will also qualify for Alberta lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/departments/ Health Care coverage. If a student’s Visa 7LYZVUHSPaLK*OLX\L!7H`HISL[V3L[OIYPKNL student/residence/. See our further detailed is for less than one year, they are required Community College for the exact amount of information and an application form at the to purchase private health care coverage the purchase and with Student ID (we will back of this publication. prior to coming or on arrival in Canada. accept your parent’s endorsed cheque with Applications for Alberta Health Care your ID). FITNESS, WELLNESS & and private insurance are available from RECREATION Lethbridge College Health Services. *YLKP[*HYK!*YLKP[JHYKW\YJOHZLZT\Z[IL signed for or pre-authorized by the credit BE FIT FOR LIFE • 382.6919 KODIAK ATHLETICS • 320.6900 card holder. Contact the Bookstore for more ;OLVUJHTW\ZÄ[ULZZYLZV\YJLJLU[YL :[\KLU[H[OSL[LZOH]L[VILJSHZZPÄLKHZ information. WYV]PKLZÄ[ULZZZLY]PJLZWYVNYHTZ full-time students to be eligible to participate information and activities designed to in the athletic program. Student athletes COMPUTER LABS encourage and support a healthy lifestyle. can participate for a maximum of four years Library Commons (Buchanan Library) Contact a Be Fit For Life representative for in the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference Information Commons (Instructional more information and services offered to our (ACAC). Building) students and the community. 4LUZ!IHZRL[IHSSZVJJLY]VSSL`IHSS >VTLUZ!IHZRL[IHSSZVJJLY]VSSL`IHSS 7SLHZLJOLJRV\Y^LIZP[LMVYZWLJPÄJOV\YZ CAMPUS RECREATION • 320.3380 *V,K!NVSMJYVZZJV\U[Y`Y\UUPUNJ\YSPUN Computer technicians are available in both Our main objective is to provide a wide the Information Commons and Library variety of quality programs to Lethbridge ([OSL[PJZ:JOVSHYZOPW!(SILY[HYLZPKLU[ZVY Commons to help new students set up *VSSLNLZ[\KLU[Z*HTW\Z9LJYLH[PVU Canadian citizens who have attended school computer accounts and understand programs offer students the opportunity to in Alberta for a full year may be eligible for software and procedures during the posted be active, have fun and meet new people. To H1PTTPL*VUKVU:JOVSHYZOPWVM hours. ILJVTLPU]VS]LK^P[O*HTW\Z9LJYLH[PVU Students must maintain a 2.0 GPA to be HJ[P]P[PLZZ[VWI`[OLVMÄJLK\YPUNVMÄJL eligible. FOOD SERVICES hours. We encourage you to take pride in Food Services offer a wide variety of fresh your college experience, to be active and SPORTS FACILITIES • 382.6903 menu items, from fresh-made sandwiches get involved. The Physical Education Complex includes and soups, to pizza, burgers and heart- the Val Matteotti Gymnasium (three full-size smart cuisine. Just about everywhere on HEALTH SERVICES • 320.3289 gymnasiums) with seating for approximately JHTW\Z`V\^PSSÄUKTVKLYU]LUKPUN Health Services are available to all students. 1,100; four international-size squash and machines that dispense snacks, candy, A registered nurse is on duty Monday to YHJX\L[IHSSJV\Y[Z"HÄ[ULZZ[LZ[PUNJLU[YL sandwiches, hot and cold beverages, chips, Friday. Services include information and and therapy centre; a weight training centre etc. Visit LCC Online and click on Culinary counselling on general health, nutrition and complete with Nautilus machines, free Careers/Services for more information. weight management, smoking cessation, weights, aerobic equipment, and a multi- alcohol and drug education, and sexual purpose dance room and combatives room. Check out food services at both the Food health including prevention of sexually A steam room is also located in each locker- Court and the Cave. transmitted diseases, birth control and room area. pregnancy. Health Services staff can also Garden Court Restaurant • 382.6999 provide students with emergency and First Open for selected lunches and evening Aid assistance. Medical doctors hold regular dining. Check the board outside the Food VMÄJLOV\YZ4VUKH`[V-YPKH`>HSRPU *V\Y[MVYOV\YZ-VYYLZLY]H[PVUZJHSS appointments are available; however, priority 6999. will be given to students with appointments. It is the student’s responsibility to have medical health insurance coverage for medical expenses.

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STUDENTS SERVING STUDENTS

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION • 329.7220 political activities that affect all students. It is providing training for students in the Print The LCC Alumni Association (LCCAA) reminds a member of student organizations that lobby 1V\YUHSPZTHUK(K]LY[PZPUN7\ISPJ9LSH[PVUZ graduates that they are “Alumni for Life!” the government on such issues as tuition, programs. The Endeavour is in TE3225. and encourages alumni to stay connected student loans, etc. The LCCSA also manages CLCC:*3**9HKPVIYVHKJHZ[ZVU[OL with LCC once their days on campus are the D. A. Electric Barn (student activity world wide web nine hours each weekday complete. The LCCAA has several exciting centre/bar) where a variety of social events during the Fall and Winter term. Students PUP[PH[P]LZ[VNL[PU]VS]LKPUPUJS\KPUN!)VHYK are staged during the year. who choose the Broadcast Journalism of Directors, Alumni News (a semi-annual ZWLJPHSPaH[PVUÄSS]HYPV\ZZOPM[ZHUK newsletter), and the Distinguished Alumni STUDENTS’ HEALTH AND DENTAL PLAN • formats including rock, country and adult program. On-campus support to students 394.7301 contemporary. CLCC is located in TE3245. PUJS\KLZ! Health and Dental Plans through the :[\KLU[Z»(ZZVJPH[PVUHYL4(5+(;69@MVY PARKING Awareness Events: watch for popcorn and full-time students who meet the eligibility 9LZLY]LKSV[WHYRPUNPZH]HPSHISL[VZ[\KLU[Z hot dog give-aways throughout the year in the criteria. Those students with comparable Parking permits are sold at the Physical Centre Core Kiosk. Alumni Awareness Week coverage through parents, work, or a spouse -HJPSP[PLZ6MÄJL*,9H[LZ^LYL\UKLY is in April - come out for food, prizes and fun! (not provincial coverage), may opt out by review at the time of printing but are available Convocation: The LCCAA is proud to provide submitting the required waiver form with for daily, monthly, term and annual passes. each convocate with a small gift. proof of alternate coverage to the Student All parking on campus is subject to City of )LULÄ[Z! The LCCAA is continually adding )LULÄ[Z7SHU6MÄJLI`[OLHWWSPJH[PVUVW[V\[ Lethbridge bylaws and Lethbridge College [V[OLNYV^PUNSPZ[VMILULÄ[Z^LWYV]PKL deadline date. Proof of alternate coverage Policies. Violations may result in tickets or V\YTLTILYZ;OL`PUJS\KL!HUPU[LYHJ[P]L could be a copy of your membership card, a Lethbridge College Parking Services invoices website, access to library and gym facilities, claims statement, a direct-pay drug card, or being issued or towing. assistance in reunion planning, tracking down H]LYPÄJH[PVUSL[[LYMYVTHULTWSV`LYJSLHYS` lost classmates, VIP card for discounts at showing the name of the insurance company PRINTING :\WLY 4V[LSZYLK\JLKYH[LTVY[NHNLZ^P[O and the policy number. Students are responsible for printing on *HUHKPHU9LZPKLU[PHS:LY]PJLZHOVTLHUK JHTW\Z;OLÄYZ[ZOLL[ZWLY`LHYHYL auto insurance plan through Meloche Monnex Students on the Plan may purchase coverage free, after that the printing cost is 10¢ per and an LCCAA MasterCard through MBNA for a spouse and/or dependants. The family page (subject to change). Bank of Canada where every purchase made add-on form and payment of the additional helps the Alumni Association. Members also fees must be submitted to the Student PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION receive 10 per cent off all regular and sale- )LULÄ[Z7SHU6MÄJLWYPVY[VHU`HWWSPJHISL L.A. Transit is the provider of public priced merchandise at Moores Clothing for deadlines. For more information regarding transportation for the City of Lethbridge. Men and 20 per cent off City of Lethbridge deadlines, plan details, and to print a waiver 3L[OIYPKNL*VSSLNLZLY]LZHZHºTPUP[LYTPUHS» 9LJYLH[PVU:LY]PJLZ3LPZ\YLWHZZLZ form, check the website. Information and for L.A. Transit with several routes arriving and waiver forms are also available from the departing simultaneously. Weekday service to STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATION • 320.3373 :[\KLU[)LULÄ[Z7SHU6MÄJL*, Lethbridge College is provided on a 30 minute The LCC Students’ Association (LCCSA) MYLX\LUJÌ`[OLMVSSV^PUNYV\[LZ! is an autonomous body made up of all OTHER SERVICES -HPYTVU[9V\[L students who pay SA fees. A Students’ • the “LINK” Council is elected by the members of the LOCKERS • Lethbridge College/U of L downtown SA to represent the students’ concerns. The Lockers in the corridors are available free of shuttle Students’ Council consists of seven student JOHYNLVUHÄYZ[JVTLÄYZ[ZLY]LKIHZPZ Weekend and evening service is provided by YLWYLZLU[H[P]LZHUK[OYLLL_LJ\[P]LVMÄJLYZ Students must provide their own lock. The 9V\[L VUHTPU\[LMYLX\LUJ` ;OLL_LJ\[P]LVMÄJLYZPUJS\KL7YLZPKLU[ Phys Ed department manages the lockers in Vice-President of Administration, and Vice- the Phys Ed building. Locker cleanout occurs Transit route and schedule information is President of Student Life and Development. in May. Watch for posted information. WYV]PKLKPUV\Y;YHUZP[9PKL.\PKLÔPJO One student is also appointed to the is available at the College Bookstore. Bus Board of Governors of Lethbridge College. LOST AND FOUND tickets and monthly passes are also available ,SLJ[PVUZMVYL_LJ\[P]LVMÄJLYZHYLOLSKPU Lost and Found is operated by the Security at the Bookstore. Further information is March of each year and the elections for Services Department. Items turned in can available by calling L.A. Transit at 403-320- representatives are held in September. ILJSHPTLKH[[OL:LJ\YP[`:LY]PJLZ6MÄJL VY]PZP[PUN^^^SL[OIYPKNLJH in CE1303, in the Centre Core. Photo The LCCSA provides many services, some of PKLU[PÄJH[PVUPZYLX\PYLK[VJSHPTP[LTZ0[LTZ STUDENT ID CARD ÔPJOPUJS\KL!WOV[VJVW`PUNISHJR ÔP[L are kept for 60 days from the date they are You can get your Student ID cards by visiting colour, transparencies), faxing, stamp sales, turned in. the front Circulation Desk in the Buchanan day planners, Food Bank, Health and Dental Library in CE1340. Your Student ID card will Plans, student clubs, and Campus MEDIA NP]L`V\! 9LJYLH[PVU0[PZHSZVPU]VS]LKPUZVTL The Endeavour: The student newspaper • access to the gym PZW\ISPZOLK [PTLZK\YPUN[OLHJHKLTPJ • discounts with local merchants year. The paper reports campus news while • door access to secured areas • special rates for the L.A. Transit system

17 Services for Aborginal Learners

SERVICES FOR ABORIGINAL LEARNERS

Aboriginal Transition Program This program has been designed to assist Aboriginal learners in adjusting to College life through one-on-one sessions, group presentations, course modules, and sharing circles. Some of the topics that are focused on PUJS\KL!ZLSMLZ[LLTTHUHNPUNTVUL`KLHSPUN^P[OKPZJYPTPUH[PVUIPHZ assumptions, asking questions/listening skills, and stress management.

-VYM\Y[OLYPUMVYTH[PVUJVU[HJ[! Wendy EnglishH[ VY,_[ ^LUK`LUNSPZO'SL[OIYPKNLJVSSLNLHIJH

Career Counselling An Aboriginal career counselor assists students with the opportunity to explore their future career direction. One-on-one and group sessions are held with prospective and current students to assist them in matching their career interests and skills in selecting a post-secondary program suited to them.

-VYM\Y[OLYPUMVYTH[PVUJVU[HJ[! Steven HealyH[ VY LTHPS!Z[L]LUOLHS`'SL[OIYPKNLJVSSLNLHIJH

Personal Counselling Personal counselling, mentoring, referrals, advocacy, cross-cultural education, and general support are provided to students from an Aboriginal perspective.

-VYM\Y[OLYPUMVYTH[PVUJVU[HJ[! Val GoodriderH[ VY LTHPS!]HSNVVKYPKLY'SL[OIYPKNLJVSSLNLHIJH

Recruitment (U(IVYPNPUHS3PHPZVU6MÄJLYHZWHY[VM[OL9LJY\P[TLU[[LHTVMMLYZ tours of the campus, visits to schools and community events throughout the southern Alberta region. If you need to make an appointment or you ^PZO[VOH]LV\YHU(IVYPNPUHS3PHPZVU6MÄJLY]PZP[`V\YZJOVVSVYL]LU[ please call to make arrangements.

-VYM\Y[OLYPUMVYTH[PVUJVU[HJ[! Shanda Venier VY LTHPS!PUMV'SL[OIYPKNLJVSSLNLHIJH

Piita Pawanii Learning Centre – location in Andrews Building 1501 The Centre is operated by the Piita Pawanii Learning Society, an PUKLWLUKLU[UVUWYVÄ[VYNHUPaH[PVUZ[HY[LKI`(IVYPNPUHSZ[\KLU[ZMVY Aboriginal students. It provides support for students through educational, cultural, and social activities held with the Native Club throughout the year. The Centre is open throughout the academic year and provides a place to connect with other students for group study, friendship, and general support. The Centre also offers coffee, refreshments, and the occasional lunch for all students.

Native Student Club The Native Student Club operates out of the Piita Pawanii Learning Centre and hosts events and celebrations throughout the year for the ILULÄ[VMZ[\KLU[ZHUK[OL*VSSLNLJVTT\UP[`:[\KLU[SLHKLYZHYL elected every spring to organize club activities throughout the following academic year.

For further information on the Centre or Club phone 403-394-7356.

18 Services for International Learners www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca

SERVICES FOR INTERNATIONAL LEARNERS

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We at Lethbridge College welcome students from overseas to join our College community. There are a number of students currently studying at our College from a variety of countries – China, Korea, Japan, Mexico, Taiwan, Brazil and many more. Lethbridge College and the City of Lethbridge offer a safe and friendly environment in which to live and study in. Below, `V\^PSSÄUKZ\WWVY[PUNPUMVYTH[PVU[VHZZPZ[`V\PUTHRPUN`V\Y[YHUZP[PVU[V3L[OIYPKNLH little easier.

Applying to the College 4LL[PUN[OL,UNSPZO7YVÄJPLUJ` International students must complete :[\KLU[Z^OVZLÄYZ[SHUN\HNLPZUV[ HUº(WWSPJH[PVUMVY(KTPZZPVU»MVYTHUK English and who are applying for attach $55 for the non-refundable, non- programs other than ESL must provide transferable application fee (by credit card, a Test of English as a Foreign Language cheque, money order or bank transfer). As (TOEFL) score of 550 (213 if computer well, international students will also need IHZLK[LZ[PUNHUP);ZJVYLVM VYH to include the $300 tuition deposit for the grade of 50 per cent or higher in English program of their choice in order to receive Language Arts (ELA) 30-1 or 30-2 or the Hº3L[[LYVM(JJLW[HUJL»^OPJOPZ[OLU equivalent from a Canadian institution. used to obtain a Study Permit. Mail the This is applicable to all programs. HWWSPJH[PVUMVYTHUKWH`TLU[[V! TOEFL applications are available by Admissions Department contacting: Lethbridge College 3000 College Drive South Educational Testing Services Lethbridge, AB T1K 1L6 Box 6154 CANADA Princeton, NJ, USA 08541 O[[W!^^^L[ZVYN[VLÅPUKL_O[TS :[\KLU[ZT\Z[ILH[SLHZ[ `LHYZVM HNLI`[OLÄYZ[KH`VMJSHZZLZVYOH]L Deadline for Applications: completed a high school diploma. Fall July 1 Winter November1 6I[HPUPUN`V\Y6MÄJPHS+VJ\TLU[Z Spring March 1 (Students applying directly to ESL are not required to submit educational 0U[LYUH[PVUHS8\HSPÄJH[PVU(ZZLZZTLU[ documents.) Students who are applying to career Students who have attended school programs at Lethbridge College and outside Canada must submit the following whose academic documents are from documents to Lethbridge College either outside Canada may be requested to have with the application form or as soon as their academic documents evaluated by the documents are available (an admission [OL0U[LYUH[PVUHS8\HSPÄJH[PVU(ZZLZZTLU[ decision will not be made until all Service (IQAS). It provides an advisory documents have been received). educational assessment service that 1. Clear and legible international JVTWHYLZLK\JH[PVUHSX\HSPÄJH[PVUZMYVT LK\JH[PVUHSJYLKLU[PHSZVYJLY[PÄJH[LZ other countries to the Alberta educational ILNPUUPUN^P[O[OLÄUHS`LHYVMOPNO standards. For more information you may ZJOVVS*LY[PÄLKVMÄJPHSKVJ\TLU[Z JVU[HJ[!^^^HK]HUJLKLK\JH[PVUNV] issued by each institution are required. ab.ca/iqas/iqas.asp *LY[PÄLK,UNSPZO[YHUZSH[PVUZMVYHSS documents not written in English must be supplied and translations must be complete, word-for-word and in the same format as the original document. 6MÄJPHS[YHUZJYPW[ZVMHU`Z[\KPLZ completed in Canada.

19 Scholarhsips & Awards

SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS

6UJL`V\»]LKLJPKLK[VW\YZ\LWVZ[ZLJVUKHY`LK\JH[PVU[OLÄUHUJPHSHZWLJ[ of your decision can be daunting. You should be aware that there are many scholarship and award opportunities available to you through Lethbridge *VSSLNLHZ^LSSHZV[OLYVYNHUPaH[PVUZ[OH[TH`THRLHZPNUPÄJHU[KPMMLYLUJL[V your bottom line.

Due to the generous support of numerous community, business and individual donors, Lethbridge College provides almost 400 awards in addition to bursaries and provincial/national awards. Awards are available to entering, continuing and graduate students.

Please review the scholarship application during the appropriate application º^PUKV^»¶

Entrance students March 1 to August 1 (All Entrance Awards require application)

Continuing and Graduate students March 1 to May 1

The application is available to download from the Lethbridge College website during these periods of time.

Though many continuing and graduate awards do not require an application, there are many that do. Those that require application are listed on the application form itself (and also display a deadline date on the web site). You may also view what is available any time of the year by visiting the Lethbridge *VSSLNL^LIZP[L!^^^SL[OIYPKNLJVSSLNLHIJHKLWHY[TLU[ZZ[\KLU[H^HYKZ

Awards and scholarships are not limited to academic achievement alone. Many other qualities and circumstances are considered; community involvement, SLHKLYZOPWNYV\WTLTILYZOPWOPNOZJOVVSH[[LUKLKÄUHUJPHSULLKHUKV[OLY factors.

*HSS[VSSMYLL L_[VYPM`V\YLX\PYLM\Y[OLY information.

:JOVSHYZOPW!(JHZOJYLKP[H^HYKMVYHJHKLTPJHJOPL]LTLU[ (^HYK!(JHZOJYLKP[H^HYKMVYHJVTIPUH[PVUVMHJOPL]LTLU[HUKZVTLV[OLY JYP[LYPHVYMVYÄUHUJPHSULLKHSVUL

:[\KLU[ZHYLLUJV\YHNLK[VYLZLHYJOºL_[LYUHS»H^HYKZ[OYV\NO[OLºL_[LYUHS» [HIVU[OL:[\KLU[(^YKZ^LIWHNLHUKZ\JOZP[LZHZ! www.studentawards.com www.careertransitionsnews.ca/scholarshipdirectory.html www.scholarshipscanada.com/

:VTLZ[\KLU[ZHYLLSPNPISLMVYNYHU[M\UKPUN[OYV\NO(SILY[H/\THU9LZV\YJLZ and Development; the process requires an appointment with a Case Manager at Lethbridge College (320-3334). Basic information on the program can be found H[!^^^NV]HIJHOYLZM[PUKL_HZW

Lethbridge College reserves the right to add, delete or revise awards where required.

20 Lethbridge College Programs Lethbridge College Programs

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES YOUR INVESTMENT Do you enjoy working with machines and Your Agricultural and Heavy Equipment Program fees will vary. Fee information is equipment? Our practical, one-year (32- ;LJOUPJPHU*LY[PÄJH[L^PSSWYLWHYL`V\ available in the online Calendar at week) Agricultural and Heavy Equipment [VILNPUHJHYLLYPUTHU`KP]LYZLÄLSKZ www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. ;LJOUPJPHU*LY[PÄJH[LWYVNYHT^PSSNP]L PUJS\KPUN! Please select the link to your program and you the foundation you need to build a then click on “Your Investment”. successful career in agricultural and/or • Service Manager/Shop Foreman heavy-duty diesel equipment repair. • Parts Technician Students will require a basic set of hand -HYTPUNHUK9HUJOPUN:LY]PJL tools as listed on the program website. An Upon successful completion of the • Heavy Equipment Service electrical test meter (DVOM) will be required Agricultural and Heavy Equipment • Agricultural Equipment Service for the second term. Technician program, you can enter the 4VIPSL9LWHPY:LY]PJL Alberta Apprenticeship program with an 6PSÄLSK,X\PWTLU[:LY]PJL CURRICULUM advanced standing toward the completion of • Mining Equipment Service their apprenticeship training. Apprenticeship • Forestry Equipment Service Year I Term I Credits L_HTZJHUIL^YP[[LUMVYIV[O[OLÄYZ[HUK • Construction Equipment Service second years of Agricultural Equipment • Manufacturing Equipment Service AHM 126 Safety and Hand Skills 6 ;LJOUPJPHUHUK[OLÄYZ[HUKZLJVUK`LHYZ • Trucking Equipment Service AHM 127 Power Trains 9 of Heavy Equipment Technician upon • Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician AHM 124 Steering, Suspension and Brakes 11 successful completion of the program. • Journeyman Agricultural Equipment AHM 129 Farm and Industrial Equipment 4 You will receive 300 hours credit towards Technician 30 L_WLYPLUJLMVYLHJOVM[OLÄYZ[HUKZLJVUK years of Agricultural Equipment Technician ADMISSIONS Year I Term II VY[OLÄYZ[HUKZLJVUK`LHYZVM/LH]` New students are accepted into the Equipment Technician. Agricultural and Heavy Equipment AHM 131 Diesel Engines 10 Technician program for the Fall (September) AHM 132 Diesel Fuel Systems 7 Working in small classes, you’ll develop your term with Winter (January) admission (/4,SLJ[YPJHSHUK,SLJ[YVUPJZ understanding of power trains, steering, into the second term allowed as space AHM 135 Mobile Hydraulics 5 30 suspension, brakes, diesel engines, fuel PZH]HPSHISL8\HSPÄLKHWWSPJHU[ZTH`IL systems, electrical systems and mobile admitted into programs outside of normal hydraulics, as well as farm and industrial intakes. Interested applicants are considered equipment through theory and lots of hands- on an individual basis for acceptance into a GRADUATION on experience. One week of the program will WYVNYHTPUHUHS[LYUH[P]LVYTVKPÄLKMVYTH[ Upon successful completion of all program be completed at an Agricultural or Heavy requirements, students are awarded Equipment repair facility where you’ll work Academic Requirements H*LY[PÄJH[LPU(NYPJ\S[\YHS /LH]` directly with journeyman technicians. Applicants are required to have a 50 percent Equipment Technician. minimum in Math 20 Pure or Applied and Our modern shop facilities have the latest English Language Arts 20-1 or 20-2 or TRANSFERS in diagnostic technologies and tools. And, equivalent. Alternate admission applicants Olds College you’ll test your skills working on a wide are required to achieve a minimum 40th Graduates of the Agricultural & Heavy range of on- and off-road vehicles and farm WLYJLU[PSLVU[OL9LHKPUN*VTWYLOLUZPVU Equipment Technician program transferring equipment. Move ahead in industry today and Sentence Skills sections and 45th to the Agricultural Mechanics Diploma I`VI[HPUPUNH3L[OIYPKNL*VSSLNLJLY[PÄJH[L percentile on the Arithmetic section of program at Olds College may receive credit in the Agricultural and Heavy Equipment placement testing. for one year. Technician program. Montana State University - Northern Recommended Courses Graduates of the Agricultural & Heavy The following courses or subjects are Equipment Technician program transferring recommended for the best possible to the Bachelor of Science Degree in Diesel outcome in the Agricultural and Heavy Technology at Montana State University ,X\PWTLU[;LJOUPJPHUWYVNYHT! - Northern may receive credit for one year, • Physics, Chemistry and Science upon program approval. • Grade 12 Math and English

23 Agricultural Technology

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW ADMISSIONS CURRICULUM The Agricultural Technology program is a New students are accepted into the Year I Core Courses two-year diploma program designed to Agricultural Technology program for both Both majors in the Agricultural Technology train technologists to work in a wide variety Fall (September) and Winter (January) terms. 7YVNYHTOH]LHJVTTVUÄYZ[`LHY/V^L]LY of positions in the agricultural industry. A Interested applicants are considered on an learners must choose their major when secondary objective is to prepare students individual basis by the Chair for acceptance applying to the program. Students have the to continue studies at the degree level. PU[VHWYVNYHTPUHUHS[LYUH[P]LVYTVKPÄLK option of switching majors at the end of the Course content is also applicable to those format. ÄYZ[`LHY who will be returning to farming or ranching. ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS Year I Term I Credits In the second year of the program, students Applicants are required to have completed choose to major in either Plant and Soil an Alberta High School Diploma or ENG 154 Writing for Technologists 3 :JPLUJLVY(UPTHS:JPLUJL9LJLU[ equivalent. Although not strictly required, 994:VPS9LZV\YJLZ curriculum updates provide an increased Math 20A (Applied) or Math 30P (Pure) PLT 152 Introduction to Botany 4 emphasis on business, entrepreneurial or Math 30A (Applied), Biology 30 and BIO 175 Animal Science 4 and marketing skills. A capstone course Chemistry 30 are the recommended 099 0U[YVK\J[PVU[V0YYPNH[PVU PU[OLÄUHSZLTLZ[LY\ZLZ[OLIHJRNYV\UK background for Agriculture Technology BUS 166 Business Law 3 22 gained in course work for research and Z[\KLU[Z(TPUPT\TVM PU,UNSPZO preparation of a business plan for a new Language Arts (ELA) 30-1 or 30-2 is Year I Term II enterprise. Course work in this program is recommended. HWWYV_PTH[LS` OHUKZVUL_WLYPLUJL (.9:HML[`PU[OL(NYPJ\S[\YHS0UK\Z[Y` working with plants, soils, animals and Students intending to pursue a university -(+ :HML[`6YPLU[LK-PYZ[(PK*79 (.9 (NYPJ\S[\YL:VPS4HUHNLTLU[ HJ[\HSI\ZPULZZL_HTWSLZPUJS\KPUNÄLSK degree are strongly recommended to ACC 170 Financial Accounting I 4 practicum and laboratory work. complete Chemistry 30. *64 3LHKLYZOPW*VTT\UPJH[PVU:RPSSZ BIO 176 Food Science 3 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Applicants with less than a high school MKT 152 Commodity Marketing 3 Graduates of our Agricultural Technology diploma but qualifying for Alternate PLT 150 Pasture and Forage Production 3 program work in a wide variety of settings, Admission are evaluated based on academic 24 PUJS\KPUN! background, experience and interest in the ÄLSK0UHKKP[PVUHWLYZVUHSPU[LY]PL^PZ • Farming required. Academic advisement prescribes 9HUJOPUN the upgrading necessary for the applicant to • Agri-business succeed in the program. • Agri-services • Agricultural research Applicants scoring below the 60th percentile -HYTÄUHUJL PU[OL9LHKPUNHUK:LU[LUJL:RPSSZZLJ[PVUZ of placement testing will be automatically enrolled in ENG 101 Basic Composition (equivalencies accepted). Placement testing also tests math skills.

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Majors GRADUATION ScholarshipsScholarships Upon completion of Year One, Agricultural Upon successful completion of all program Technology students will focus on studies in their requirements, students are awarded an Consider applying for a scholarship or selected major. Agricultural Technology Diploma that award. designates the appropriate major. 73(5;(5+:603:*0,5*,4(169 Visit us online at TRANSFERS Year II Term I Credits www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/ University of Lethbridge departments/student/awards/ Graduates of the Agricultural Technology 73; >LLK0KLU[PÄJH[PVU program who have attained a minimum (.9:VPS-LY[PSP[` cumulative GPA of 2.50 are eligible for 099 :WYPURSLY:`Z[LTZHUK0YYPNH[PVU acceptance into the Post-diploma Degree in Management 4 Agricultural Studies offered by the University PLT 262 Field Crops 4 OnlineOnline CCalendaralendar of Lethbridge. Graduates of the Lethbridge (.9(NYPJ\S[\YL-PUHUJL PLT 260 Special Crops 4 College program receive two years credit Please note information in this calendar 23 toward either a B.Sc. or B.A. degree in was accurate at the time of printing. Agricultural Studies. Year II Term II University of Alberta The online version of this document Graduates of the Agricultural Technology contains the most current information 994 4HW (LYPHS7OV[V0U[LYWYL[H[PVU [^V`LHYKPWSVTHTH`YLJLP]L\W[V HUKPZ[OL*VSSLNL»ZVMÄJPHSJHSLUKHY PLT 263 Pesticide Applications 4 credits toward a Bachelor of Science degree (.9(NYPJ\S[\YL9LZLHYJO7YVQLJ[ in Agriculture from the University of Alberta. It is available at (.9 :\Z[HPUHISL(NYPJ\S[\YL The University of Alberta requires Chemistry www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca. (.9=HS\L(KKLK(NYPJ\S[\YHS 30, Biology 30 and Math 30 Pure for all Production 3 Agriculture students. Consult the Alberta Elective 3 Transfer Guide for more information. 21 Athabasca University Graduates of the Agricultural Technology (504(3:*0,5*,4(169 two-year diploma may receive 60 credits towards the Bachelor of Science (Post Year II Term I Credits Diploma) degree.

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW YOUR INVESTMENT CheckCheck out our CampusCampus At Lethbridge College we have over 40 years Program fees will vary. Fee information is experience teaching high-quality automotive available in the online Calendar at Contact us today to receive a tour of servicing skills. Our practical, one-year www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. our campus or take us for a spin as a program in Automotive Systems has been Please select the link to your program and Student for a Day. designed in consultation with members then click on “Your Investment”. of industry in order to help you build a You will gain valuable insight in the successful career in automotive service. CURRICULUM program of your choice. Working in small labs with lots of hands-on Year I Term I Credits Call 403-320-3490 or e-mail practice, you’ll develop your understanding PUMV'SL[OIYPKNLJVSSLNLHIJH of automotive technology – from simple AST 126 Introduction to Trade Practices 3 for details! components to advanced computerized AST 123 Automotive Drivetrains 12 vehicle systems. Our shop facilities have AST 124 Automotive Directional Control state-of-the-art tools and equipment that Systems 7 you will use to repair a wide variety of AST 119 Basic Automotive Electrical I 6 vehicles, including shop units and real AST 122 Automotive Industry 2 customer vehicles. We encourage you to 30 work on your own vehicle in our shop! Year I Term II At the end of the program, you’ll be diagnosing problems and repairing a wide AST 132 Automotive Engines 11 range of vehicles. You’ll be familiar with the AST 129 Automotive Electrical Systems II 14 latest in shop equipment and electronic FWK 125 Automotive Field Work 1 diagnostic technology and you’ll be ready to AST 145 Performance Projects 4 start a career in automotive service. 30

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES GRADUATION • Apprentice Automotive Service Technician Upon successful completion of all program • Journeyman Automotive Service requirements, students are awarded a Technician *LY[PÄJH[LPU(\[VTV[P]L:`Z[LTZ • Shop Foreman 4VIPSL9LWHPY:LY]PJL;LJOUPJPHU (\[VTV[P]L:`Z[LTZ*LY[PÄJH[L0UZ[Y\J[VY • Shop Owner • Equipment Salesperson • Service Manager

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW ADMISSIONS OnlineOnline CCalendaralendar If you have an inquiring mind and are New students are accepted into the interested in building a world with healthier Biotechnology – Cellular/Molecular Please note information in this calendar plants, animals and people, a career in Technician program for the Fall (September) was accurate at the time of printing. molecular technology may be for you. In term. this new program, you’ll learn the technical The online version of this document expertise and laboratory skills to work in Academic Requirements contains the most current information labs and research facilities that provide Applicants are required to have completed HUKPZ[OL*VSSLNL»ZVMÄJPHSJHSLUKHY testing services for forensics, medical, English Language Arts (ELA) 30-1 or agriculture and environmental agencies 30-2, Biology 30, Chemistry 20, Math 20 It is available at dealing with bioterrorism, diseases control or equivalencies. Students missing one www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca. in animals and plants as well as food and of these courses will be required to take water safety. upgrading before being allowed into the program. This intensive 24-week program will give you fast-track training for entry into the YOUR INVESTMENT NYV^PUNÄLSKVMIPV[LJOUVSVN`@V\^PSS Program fees will vary. Fee information is learn how to grow and maintain bacterial, available in the online Calendar at viral and cellular cultures, perform nucleic www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. acid extractions and characterizations, Please select the link to your program and protein expression and characterizations, then click on “Your Investment”. immunology, and a number of other essential biotechniques. This program also CURRICULUM provides you with an eight-week practicum with leading edge private or government Year I Term I Credits facilities to further develop your technical skills. BIO 162 Microbiology 4 ENG 154 Writing for Technologists 3 Upon graduation you will receive a *640U[LYWLYZVUHS9LSH[PVUZOPWZ Credential of Academic Achievement Communications (DL) 3 in Biotechnology - Cellular/Molecular CPU 151 Introduction to Computers (DL) 3 Technician and have the skills necessary to 69 begin working in a lab. Since the majority of )<: 0UMVYTH[PVU4HUHNLTLU[ course work in the program is at a university Applications 3 level, you will also be able to pursue further BIO 150 Cellular Basis of Life 5 training and study in biology, chemistry and BIO 166 Introduction to Biotechnology 6 biotechnology. 24

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Year I Term II This program will prepare you for employment in research labs associated FWK 155 CMT Practicum (300-400 hours) 4 ^P[O! 4

• Medical and Veterinary Science • Forensics (DL) indicates courses available through • Genetics Distributed Learning. • Environmental Sciences • Plant and Food safety GRADUATION • Universities and Technical Institutes Upon successful completion of all program requirements, students will be awarded a Credential of Academic Achievement in Biotechnology – Cellular/Molecular Technician.

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS CURRICULUM Hospitals, clinics and medical facilities of New students are accepted into this all kinds need people who enjoy paying program for the Fall (September) term only. Year I Term I Credits attention to detail and want to ensure the health and safety of people in our Academic Requirements BIO 162 Microbiology 4 community. If this description suits your Applicants are required to have completed ENG 154 Writing for Technologists 3 interests, our Biotechnology – Surgical English Language Arts (ELA) 30-1 or *640U[LYWLYZVUHS9LSH[PVUZOPWZ Processing Technician program could be 30-2, Biology 30, Chemistry 20, Math 20 Communications (DL) 3 just what you’re looking for. or equivalencies. Students missing one CPU 151 Introduction to Computers (DL) 3 of these courses will be required to take 69 Sterile supplies are vital to modern medical upgrading before being allowed into the )<: 0UMVYTH[PVU4HUHNLTLU[ practice and there is a growing demand program. Applications 3 for people trained in surgical processing. CSP 150 Medical Terminology/Anatomy Our intensive 24-week program will give Non-Academic Requirements And Physiology 4 you fast-track training for entry into this Applicants are advised they will be required CSP 160 Surgical Instrument Processing 6 PTWVY[HU[ÄLSK@V\»SSSLHYUOV^[VOHUKSL [VWYV]PKLH*YPTPUHS9LJVYK*OLJR 23 clean, assemble, function test and package before entering the practicum experience surgical instruments. You will also develop component of the program. The existence of Year I Term II an understanding of how microbiology, a criminal record may affect the practicum infection control, and aseptic technique placement, program completion and CSP 140 CSP Practicum (320-400 hours) 4 relate to the work you’ll be training to do. employment prospects. The consequences 4 of a prior criminal conviction will be We give you an eight-week practicum of examined and discussed on an individual (DL) indicates courses available through Distributed Learning. hands-on experience. You’ll get to test your IHZPZ*VZ[VM[OL*YPTPUHS9LJVYK*OLJRPZ skills in the real-world medical environment. approximately $55. During these eight weeks, you’ll be placed GRADUATION in different departments where you will hone Health Requirements Upon successful completion of all program your skills on all types of instruments and (WWSPJHU[ZT\Z[WYV]PKLHZWLJPÄJZJOLK\SL requirements, students will be awarded equipment. In fact, after only 24 weeks you’ll of health requirements (form provided by a Credential of Academic Achievement have more than a Credential of Academic the program). Students are responsible in Biotechnology – Surgical Processing Achievement in Biotechnology – Surgical for ensuring that health requirements are Technician. Processing Technician, you’ll be ready to kept current throughout the program. start work as a trained Surgical Processing Failure to do so may affect work-site based ScholarshipsScholarships Technician! experience. Consider applying for a scholarship or CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Applicants must possess the ability to award. As a trained Surgical Processing Technician, perform the physical and mental/emotional you can work in a variety of medical duties of the Biotechnology – Surgical Visit us online at Processing Technician program. Applicants LU]PYVUTLU[ZPUJS\KPUN! www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/ may be required to provide a physician’s departments/student/awards/ • Hospital Central Processing Facilities medical report at the request of the program /VZWP[HS6WLYH[PUN9VVTZ and/or have an assessment at the work site • Hospitals to determine suitability for the program. • Day Procedure Facilities • Doctors’ Practices YOUR INVESTMENT • Long-Term Care Facilities Program fees will vary. Fee information is • Private Health Care Providers available in the online Calendar at • Surgical Centres www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. Please select the link to your program and then click on “Your Investment”.

28 Business Administration www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW ADMISSIONS Success in business rests on a strong New students are accepted into the CURRICULUM foundation of some basic concepts. Our Business Administration program in the Fall two-year diploma program in Business (September), Winter (January) or Summer YEAR I Credits Administration is designed to provide you (May) terms. with this foundation and then help you )<:05,::(+4050:;9(;065 enhance your knowledge in a specialized Academic Requirements area of study. You are encouraged to select Applicants are required to have an Alberta ACC 170 Financial Accounting I 4 a major upon acceptance into the program. High School Diploma which includes a ACC 175 Financial Accounting II 4 Should you decide to pursue a different minimum 50 percent in English Language BUS 166 Business Law 3 Business Administration major in your Arts (ELA) 30-1 or ELA 30-2 and a minimum BUS 170 Introduction to Management 4 second year, we can accommodate you. 50 percent in Math 30A (Applied) or Math BUS 177 Entrepreneurship 3 30P (Pure), or equivalent. )<: 0UMVYTH[PVU4HUHNLTLU[HUK 0U`V\YÄYZ[`LHYV\YPUZ[Y\J[VYZWYV]PKL Applications * 3 you with an introduction to accounting, (S[LYUH[L(KTPZZPVU!3LHYULYZZLLRPUN BUS 269 Management Communications 3 management, marketing, business law, alternate admissions to the program should ,*5 4PJYVLJVUVTPJZ ENG 156 Business Writing (DL) 3 entrepreneurship, and microeconomics. contact a Lethbridge College Advisor or 42; 0U[YVK\J[PVU[V4HYRL[PUN You’ll test your knowledge in practical Faculty Advisor who will help them develop 79: :WLLJO+3 exercises and work in teams that simulate an individualized learning plan. 69 the real-world business environment. 79: ,MMLJ[P]L7YLZLU[H[PVU :WLLJO Winter (January) Intake!,U[LYPUN[OL In the second year of your program, you program in January allows you two options. 7S\ZVULVM[OLMVSSV^PUN! build on your knowledge by majoring in the )<: :JOLK\SPUN4HUHNLTLU[ HYLHVMNYLH[LZ[PU[LYLZ[[V`V\! Option 1 [HRL`V\YÄYZ[[LYTMYVT )<: :HSLZ:`Z[LTZ • Accounting January to April, then take several classes )<: 0U[LYUL[:RPSSZ • Management in the Summer Term (May/June and/or (** *VTW\[LYPaLK(JJV\U[PUNMVY • Marketing July/August). If you choose courses that Management ** 4 • General Business are prerequisites for second year courses, BUS 266 Advanced Spreadsheet you will be able to take those second year Applications 3 As part of a tight-knit community of students courses even before you have completed BUS 267 Database Design 3 and instructors, you’ll learn how to respond YLX\PYLTLU[ZMVY[OLÄYZ[`LHY@V\JHU BUS 273 Information Management 4 to issues like globalization, the development catch up with the remaining courses over CPU 254 Basic Desktop Publishing 3 of international markets and the effects of the next academic year, or the following technology on business. Summer. Minimum of 42 credits Option 2PZ[V[HRL`V\YÄYZ[[LYTMYVT There’s a world of opportunity waiting January to April, then take the summer off * The combination of KEY140 (Document for you when you graduate, including the and continue in September. This option will 7YVJLZZPUN0HUK*7<6MÄJL:\P[L0PZ chance to pursue your career right away, require you to come back after a second considered to be an acceptable alternative for continue your studies and transfer to a summer to complete your fourth term. This )<: university degree program or obtain a option does not work for Accounting Majors. ** ACC 245 (Computerized Bookkeeping) is WYVMLZZPVUHSX\HSPÄJH[PVUSPRLHUHJJV\U[PUN considered to be an acceptable alternative for designation. Summer (May) Intake: If you wish to (** commence studies in May, we recommend CAREER OPPORTUNITIES that you simply take several courses which (U`JV\YZL\ZLK[VM\SÄSSHÄYZ[`LHYJVYL Our diploma program in Business will allow you to get a head start on the YLX\PYLTLU[JHUUV[IL\ZLK[VHSZVM\SÄSSH second year requirement. Administration will prepare you for work in a Fall term. It is possible to take a full slate ]LY`^PKLYHUNLVMÄLSKZPUJS\KPUN! of courses in the Summer terms, but this is not recommended as it requires a very (DL) indicates courses available through Distributed Learning. 9L[HPS OLH]`^VYRSVHK[OH[TVZ[Z[\KLU[ZÄUK]LY` • Financial Services KPMÄJ\S[ • Sales & Marketing • Accounting YOUR INVESTMENT • Agri-Business Program fees will vary. Fee information is • E-Commerce available in the online Calendar at • Technology www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. /\THU9LZV\YJLZ Please select the link to your program and • Advertising then click on “Your Investment”. 9LZ[H\YHU[VY/V[LS4HUHNLTLU[ • Hospitality and Tourism

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(**6<5;05.4(169 4(5(.,4,5;4(169 YEAR II Credits Faculty Contact: James Reimer Faculty Contact: Rita Halma The success of any business or organization The success of any business or organization MKT 260 International Marketing 3 PZ[PLKJSVZLS`[VP[ZÄUHUJPHSWVZP[PVU7\[ often depends on the expertise of its MKT 277 Merchandise Administration 5 your appreciation for details and numbers management. Our practical approach to MKT 279 Applied Sales 3 to work and develop the knowledge and this major allows you to focus on skills in 42; 4HYRL[PUN3VNPZ[PJZ skills that will enable you to provide the leadership/management, behavioral studies, 42; (K]LY[PZPUN kinds of services valued by companies PU[LYUH[PVUHSI\ZPULZZHUKI\ZPULZZÄUHUJL 42; 4HYRL[PUN4HUHNLTLU[ and individuals alike. In this major, you will ;OLYLHS^VYSK^PSSWYV]PKL`V\YÄLSKVM 42; 4HYRL[PUN9LZLHYJO become familiar and gain an understanding study as you interview companies, conduct Approved electives 12 of accounting, work with statistics, play business analyses and develop projects (See elective lists A and B.) a business strategy game, work with that relate to the real world. Case studies 7S\ZVULVM[OLMVSSV^PUN! accounting-related software, complete will prepare you for team work and you’ll BUS 266 Advanced Spreadsheet income tax returns and much more. Our learn how to assist in the development Applications 3 program will give you the background and maintenance of a human resource BUS 267 Database Design 3 needed to succeed in an accounting-related WSHU0[»ZHSSWSHUULK[VOLSW`V\ÄUK`V\Y CPU 254 Basic Desktop Publishing 3 position with either business, government, JHYLLYPUHYLHZZ\JOHZ/\THU9LZV\YJL VYHUV[MVYWYVÄ[VYNHUPaH[PVUVYW\YZ\L Management, Management Consulting, Minimum of 44 credits further education towards an accounting 6YNHUPaH[PVUHS+LZPNU:[HMM9LSH[PVUZHUK designation. Many of our students have Business Operations. .,5,9(3)<:05,::4(169 done both – with great success. ;OPZTHQVYHSSV^Z`V\ÅL_PIPSP[`PUJOVVZPUN YEAR II Credits your courses. It is ideal for those planning YEAR II Credits entrepreneurial careers. You will need a )<: 6YNHUPaH[PVUHS)LOH]PV\Y total of 44 credits of electives for second ACC 250 Management Accounting I 5 BUS 275 International Business 3 year. Choose your own combination of ACC 251 Management Accounting II 5 )<: 0UK\Z[YPHSHUK3HIV\Y9LSH[PVUZ electives from the lists below, picking areas ACC 271 Intermediate Financial Accounting I 5 )<: (K]HUJLK:THSS)\ZPULZZ you feel will provide you with the skills you ACC 273 Intermediate Financial Accounting II 5 Management 3 BUS 292 Business Finance 5 BUS 292 Business Finance 5 need. Choose a combination of marketing, ECN 253 Macroeconomics 5 )<: /\THU9LZV\YJL4HUHNLTLU[ management, accounting, computer and STS 250 Statistics 5 STS 250 Statistics 5 hospitality courses. TAX 251 Taxation 5 Approved electives 12 :WLJPHSUV[L!;OL

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:,*65+@,(9,3,*;0=,:-69(33 TRANSFERS )<:05,::(+4050:;9(;0654(169: University of Lethbridge Graduates of Lethbridge College’s Business LIST A – APPROVED BUSINESS LIST B – APPROVED NON-BUSINESS Administration Diploma are eligible to receive ELECTIVES ELECTIVES two years credit towards the University of Lethbridge’s Bachelor of Management ACC 250 Management Accounting I 5 (a maximum of 6 credits may be included from Degree, provided that you have maintained ACC 251 Management Accounting II 5 List B with the exception of FWK255 which is a cumulative grade point average of at least ACC 271 Intermediate Financial Accounting I 5 12 credits) 3.0 while in the Lethbridge College diploma ACC 273 Intermediate Financial program. This arrangement is known as a Accounting II 5 ACC 245 Computerized Bookkeeping 2+2 agreement. It is highly recommended, (** *VTW\[LYPaLK(JJV\U[PUNMVY PMUV(** PZ[HRLU but not mandatory, that BUS 292 and STS Management 4 (.9 ;H_4HUHNLTLU[ 250 are included in your Lethbridge College BUS 266 Advanced Spreadsheet (if no TAX251 is taken) 4 diploma. If you graduate with the General Applications 3 Business major, you MUST take BUS 292 BUS 267 Database Design 3 (.9 (NYPJ\S[\YHS4HYRL[PUN HUK)<: HZWHY[VM`V\YZ[\KPLZPM`V\ )<: 6YNHUPaH[PVUHS)LOH]PV\Y (.9 -HYT(JJV\U[PUN00PM wish to access the 2+2 agreement. Contact BUS 273 Information Management 4 no BUS292 is taken) 4 the University and/or your Lethbridge BUS 275 International Business 3 (.9 (NYPJ\S[\YHS)\ZPULZZ4HUHNLTLU[ College Faculty Advisor for further BIO 151 Environmental Issues 3 )<: 0UK\Z[YPHSHUK3HIV\Y9LSH[PVUZ information. Visit www.uleth.ca for more CIT 152 Computer Hardware Maintenance 3 )<: (K]HUJLK:THSS)\ZPULZZ information. Management 3 CIT 154 Programming in C (DL) 5 Athabasca University BUS 291 Writing a Business Plan 3 CPL 150 Community Service Learning (if Graduates of Lethbridge College’s Business BUS 292 Business Finance 5 no FWK250 is taken) 3 Administration Diploma are eligible to )<: /\THU9LZV\YJL4HUHNLTLU[ FDM 256 Factory Management 3 CPU 254 Basic Desktop Publishing 3 -+4 9L[HPS)\`PUN receive two years credit towards Athabasca ECN 253 Macroeconomics 5 FWK 255 International Development University’s Bachelor of Administration FWK 150 Field Work 3 Studies 12 Degree, with an Accounting, Management or 69 HIS 170 Western Civilization 3 Organizational concentration. You will need FWK 250 Field Work 3 HUM 150 Logic 3 to complete 10 more courses through AU’s IND 251 Independent Study 1 HUM 155 Ethics 3 distance delivery format. All students (except IND 252 Independent Study 2 /<4 *YLH[P]L7YVISLT:VS]PUN Accounting Major students) who plan to IST 250 International Study Tour 3 HUM 190 Popular Culture 3 complete a degree through Athabasca MGT 251 Events and Conference HUM 195 Cultural Anthropology 3

31 Child and Youth Care

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW ADMISSIONS Health Requirements The Child and Youth Care program is New students are accepted into the Child (WWSPJHU[ZT\Z[WYV]PKLHZWLJPÄJZJOLK\SL designed to prepare you to work with and Youth Care program for the Fall of health requirements (form provided by the children, youth and families who are (September) term. Students wishing to Child and Youth Care program). Students L_WLYPLUJPUNKPMÄJ\S[PLZHUKJOHSSLUNLZ enroll for the Winter (January) term may take are responsible for ensuring that health within their daily lives that have impacted courses in a revised curriculum based on requirements are kept current throughout their optimal development. Some will have course availability. This admission results in the program. Failure to do so may affect been exposed to negative life circumstances HÄ]L[LYTJ\YYPJ\S\TMVY[OLJVTWSL[PVUVM work-site based experience. such as trauma, rejection, abuse, and the diploma. All applicants are encouraged emotional stress. You will learn to work to apply early (by October for January Practicum Experience Requirements from a developmental, ecological and admission and by February for September Applicants are advised they will be required strength-based perspective, emphasizing admission) to ensure their seat within the [VWYV]PKLH*YPTPUHS9LJVYK*OLJRHUK the interaction between persons and their program. Ongoing applications will be an Alberta Children’s Services Intervention physical, social and cultural environments. HJJLW[LK\U[PS[OLWYVNYHTPZM\SS8\HSPÄLK 9LJVYK*OLJR09*OLJRILMVYLLU[LYPUN applicants may be admitted into programs the practicum experience component of the You will gain the knowledge, values and outside of normal intakes. Interested WYVNYHT;OLL_PZ[LUJLVMHU09VYJYPTPUHS skills to promote, support and strengthen applicants are considered on an individual record may affect practicum placements, the development of children, youth and basis for acceptance into the program in an program completion and employment their families in a variety of settings such HS[LYUH[P]LVYTVKPÄLKMVYTH[ prospects. The consequences of a prior as residential treatment, community-based criminal conviction will be examined and and youth programs, parent education and Academic Requirements discussed on an individual basis. The family support, family preservation and Applicants are required to have an Alberta SVNPZ[PJZMVYVI[HPUPUNH*YPTPUHS9LJVYK YL\UPÄJH[PVULHYS`PU[LY]LU[PVUHUK^P[OPUH High School Diploma or equivalent including *OLJRHUKHU09*OLJR^PSSILKPZJ\ZZLK variety of school settings. HTPUPT\TVMWLYJLU[PULHJOVM!:VJPHS with students during program orientation. Studies 30 (or 70 per cent in Social Studies *VZ[VM[OL*YPTPUHS9LJVYK*OLJRPZ Once you graduate from the program, 33), English Language Arts (ELA) 30-1 (or 70 approximately $60 on each occurrence. you’ll be able to integrate a strength-based per cent ELA 30-2) and one other 30 level Students are advised that it is necessary to developmental and systems perspective in subject. Applicants are required to achieve have these checks completed at least once all aspects of child and youth care practice. HTPUPT\T[OWLYJLU[PSLVU[OL9LHKPUN per year. and Sentence Skills sections and the writing CAREER OPPORTUNITIES sample section of placement testing. Applicants will be required to have St. John Our diploma program in Child and Youth (TI\SHUJL:[HUKHYK-PYZ[(PKHUK*79 Care will prepare you for employment as a Applicants lacking academic prerequisites VYLX\P]HSLU[JLY[PÄJH[LZWYPVY[V[OLPY child and youth care professional in a wide may seek Alternate Admission, which will practicum experiences. The cost for this ]HYPL[`VMZL[[PUNZPUJS\KPUN! involve adjudication of these prerequisites JLY[PÄJH[PVUPZHWWYV_PTH[LS` based on other educational experiences 9LZPKLU[PHSHUK;YLH[TLU[7YVNYHTZ and/or related background. Applicants As a professional program, it is strongly • Family Support Work seeking this process for admission are recommended that students become • Group Homes strongly encouraged to contact the program active members of the Child and Youth • Independent Living Programs prior to application. Care Workers Association of Alberta. The • Schools SVNPZ[PJZHUKILULÄ[ZMVY[OPZTLTILYZOPW 9LJYLH[PVU *VTT\UP[`*LU[YLZ Non-Academic Requirements will be discussed with students upon • Women’s Emergency Centres In addition to academic requirements, admission. The cost for this membership is • Foster Care applicants are required to complete the approximately $50. • Young Offender Centres 9LHKPUNHUK:LU[LUJL:RPSSZJVTWVULU[Z • Drop-in Centres of placement testing. Applicants will YOUR INVESTMENT • Hospitals also complete an essay as part of their Program fees will vary. Fee information is • Adolescent Psychiatry placement testing, outlining their motivation available in the online Calendar at for being a Child and Youth Care Worker www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. as well as personal life experiences and Please select the link to your program and qualities that show their suitability to the then click on “Your Investment”. ÄLSK(WWSPJHU[ZWHY[PJPWH[LHUKJVTWSL[L the Child and Youth Care personal and group interview process with the Child and Youth Care Admissions Committee.

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CURRICULUM Students may select from the following electives, Lethbridge College with choices dependent on scheduling. Students who complete the Child and Youth Year I Term I Credits Care diploma are eligible for entry into the *17 3H^@V\[O @V\UN6MMLUKLYZ+3 Bachelor of Applied Corrections degree HSP 151 Family Systems and ,5. :\Y]L`VM*HUHKPHU3P[LYH[\YL program at Lethbridge College. Some Development (DL) 3 IST 250 International Business Study Tour 3 bridging courses may be required on an NAT 155 Native Cross Cultural Awareness 3 *640U[LYWLYZVUHS9LSH[PVUZOPWZ individual basis. PSY 277 Addictions Treatment 3 Communications (DL) 3 Athabasca University SOC 276 Sexuality 3 69 Diploma graduates may transfer directly CYC 157 Communication Skills & Helping *69 U[YVK\J[PVU[V*VYYLJ[PVUZ+3 into the third year of the Bachelor of HSP 155 Introduction to Art Therapy 3 9LSH[PVUZOPWZ Professional Arts in Human Services at PSY 260 Abnormal Psychology (DL) 3 *@* 6IZLY]H[PVU9LWVY[PUN Athabasca University. Diploma graduates Assessment 3 are awarded transfer credit equivalent to one (DL) indicates courses available through HSP 150 Foundations of Human year towards the three or four year Bachelor Distributed Learning. Services (DL) 2 of Management degree at Athabasca CYC 179 Foundations of Child & Youth Care 2 University. *@* 6\[KVVY,K\JH[PVUHS,_WLYPLUJL GRADUATION University of Calgary *@* ;OLYHWL\[PJ(J[P]P[PLZPU*OPSK Upon successful completion of all program Two-year diploma graduates will be awarded requirements, students are awarded a Child Youth Care 3 Ä]LM\SSJV\YZLLX\P]HSLU[Z ENG 150 Composition (DL) 3 and Youth Care Diploma. 69 ENG 190 Intro to Language & Literature 3 TRANSFERS QuotableQuotable 69HU`V[OLY,UNSPZOHIV]L[OL¸¹SL]LS Grant MacEwan College PSY 170 Human Development Across the Life Students who successfully complete the “LCC has a very positive reputation in Span (DL) 3 ÄYZ[`LHYVM[OL*@*WYVNYHTHYLLSPNPISLMVY the academic world. The instructors SOC 273 Multicultural Issues 3 admission into the second year of the Child and the quality of education offered are 26 and Youth Care program at Grant MacEwan superb. College. Diploma graduates are eligible for Year I Term II entry into year three of Grant MacEwan’s 9VU;VY[VYLSSV Bachelor of Child and Youth Care. Child and Youth Care ’05 CYC 163 Behaviour Management 2 Applicants must have an overall GPA of C+ 69 or 2.3 on a 4 point scale and a minimum “I chose LCC because of the demand 9:7 (WWSPLK)LOH]PV\Y(UHS`ZPZ grade of C+ in all required diploma courses. Positive Behaviour Support (DL) 3 MVY3**NYHKZPU[OL^VYRÄLSKHUKHSS Final transfer agreement is pending at the CYC 172 Family Violence 3 of the great things I’ve heard from past time of Calendar publication. CYC 175 Therapeutic Interventions 3 students. I like how accommodating Mount Royal College *@* *@**SPUPJHS7YHJ[PJL0 the instructors and staff are to each Students may be able to transfer to the *@* *V\UZLSSPUN;LJOUPX\LZ0 individual.” CYC 193 Group Process 3 Child and Youth Care program at Mount 9V`HS*VSSLNLVUHJV\YZLI`JV\YZLIHZPZ CYC 194 Activity Leadership 3 Jennifer Mitchell, Medicine Hat College PSY 179 Adolescent Development 3 Child and Youth Care ’06 25 Students may be able to transfer to the Child and Youth Care program at Medicine Year II Term I Hat College on a course by course basis. British Columbia universities CYC 251 Family Support and Intervention 3 Diploma graduates may transfer directly into CYC 256 CYC Clinical Practice II 6 the third year of a degree program at the *@* *YPZPZ0U[LY]LU[PVU University of Victoria, Malaspina University 69 College and the University College of the *69 *YPZPZ9LZVS\[PVU+3 Fraser Valley. *@* *V\UZLSSPUN;LJOUPX\LZ00 16

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33 Civil Engineering Technology

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Prior Learning Assessment Civil engineering builds the infrastructure of • Surveyor If you have experience working in this society. Buildings, homes, cities, roads and • Geo-Technologist ÄLSKVMZ[\K``V\TH`ILLSPNPISLMVY7YPVY bridges are all products of civil engineering. 9VHK^H`+LZPNULY Learning Assessment (PLA). Please direct Our intensive, two-year diploma program • Infrastructure Designer your inquiries to the Chair. in Civil Engineering Technology will • Subdivision Designer prepare you for a rewarding career in civil • Construction Estimator YOUR INVESTMENT engineering technology and construction • Construction Manager Program fees will vary. Fee information is management. • Structural Design Assistant available in the online Calendar at • Structural Designer www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. 0U[OLÄYZ[`LHYVM[OLWYVNYHT^L»SSNP]L • Quality Control Inspector Please select the link to your program and you a comprehensive introduction to • Construction Designer then click on “Your Investment”. engineering fundamentals. You’ll learn about topics ranging from Computer Assisted ADMISSIONS Students are required to lease a Lethbridge +YHM[PUN*(+HUKSHUKZ\Y]L`PUN[VÅ\PK Students are accepted into the Civil College laptop as part of the e-VOLUTION mechanics, applied physics and concrete Engineering Technology program for the Fall initiative. Laptop fees for students are $625 technology. :LW[LTILY[LYTVUS`8\HSPÄLKHWWSPJHU[Z per term plus a refundable $500 deposit. may be admitted into programs outside of In the second year, you focus on engineering normal intakes. Interested applicants are design and management. You’ll develop considered on an individual basis by the a practical understanding of structural Chair for acceptance into a program in an design and detailing, construction methods, HS[LYUH[P]LVYTVKPÄLKMVYTH[ environmental technology, municipal/ highway design, estimating and business Academic Requirements management. You learn how to use state- Applicants are required to have a minimum of-the-art computer applications and bring 50 per cent in Math 30P (Pure) or a minimum together your knowledge and hands-on of 65 per cent in Math 30A (Applied), 50 per experience in applied research projects. cent in Physics 20 or 50 per cent in Science These projects involve spending lots of time 30, 60 per cent in English Language Arts PU[OLÄLSKTLL[PUNV[OLYLUNPULLYZHUK 30-2 or English Language Arts 30-1. Basic using real data from real sites to develop a understanding of computer technology personal portfolio. Z\JOHZ^VYKWYVJLZZPUNJVW`PUNÄSLZ" and familiarity working in a Windows-based You also learn about the environmental environment is required. and ethical dimensions of civil engineering. While engineers build to improve society, all All students applying to the program may building has environmental and social costs be required to write a mathematics and that must be considered. Your classroom, science competency exam at the start ÄLSK^VYRHUKWYVQLJ[L_WLYPLUJL^PSSZOV^ of the program. Students whose scores `V\OV^[VIHSHUJLJVZ[ZHUKILULÄ[ZPU KLTVUZ[YH[LKLÄJPLUJPLZ^PSSILHK]PZLK the construction process. In fact, at the end to consider spreading their work load over VM[OLWYVNYHT`V\»SSÄUK[OH[`V\Y*P]PS a three-year program to allow for remedial Engineering Technology Diploma has given courses. you more than a comprehensive introduction to civil engineering theory and practice Alternate Admission applicants are required – you’ll have built the foundation for a to achieve a minimum 60th percentile on successful career. the Arithmetic, Elementary Algebra and Sentence Skills sections of placement testing or equivalent. It is strongly recommended that 75th percentile is achieved.

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CURRICULUM GRADUATION Upon successful completion of all program Year I Term I Credits Year II Term I Credits requirements, students are awarded a Civil Engineering Technology Diploma. CAD 155 Introductory AutoCAD 5 *0= /PNO^H`Z +9-0U[YVK\J[PVU[V+YHM[PUN 9:9(WWSPLK9LZLHYJO0MVY,UNPULLYPUN TRANSFERS CPU 150 Computers in Engineering Tech. 2 Lethbridge College Technology 2 CIV 247 Irrigation Structures 4 Graduates of Civil Engineering Technology ENF 157 Soils 5 CIV 249 Timber Design & Detailing 3 may gain a second diploma in Engineering ENG 154 Writing for Technologists 3 *0= >H[LY9LZV\YJLZ Design and Drafting Technology with one MTH 149 Pre-Calculus (DL) 3 CON 222 Heavy Construction I 3 additional year of study (course scheduling CON 223 Estimating Fundamentals 4 PHY 143 Applied Physics 3 permitting). ENF 152 Strength of Materials & Analysis 5 :<93HUK:\Y]L` Camosun College / University of British MTH 165 Calculus II 3 30 Columbia 32 Camosun College in Victoria, BC provides a Year I Term II Year II Term II six-month bridging program leading directly to the third year in Civil Engineering at the *65*VU[YHJ[Z:WLJPÄJH[PVUZ University of British Columbia. Inspections 4 CIV 257 Environmental Engineering 5 Lakehead University CON 150 Codes, Details & Drawings 3 *0= 9LPUMVYJLK*VUJYL[L+LZPNU CON 155 Managing the Construction Process 4 CIV 263 Steel Design and Detailing 4 Involves one transition summer school followed immediately by entry upon *7< *VTW\[LY(WWSPJH[PVUZPU*P]PS CIV 274 Infrastructure Servicing 4 Engineering 3 CON 209 Business Management in successful completion into the third year ENF 135 Statics 4 Construction 3 Civil Engineering. A fourth year is also ENF 161 Fluid Mechanics 4 CON 250 Detailed Estimating 4 required to obtain a degree. ENF 165 Asphalt Technology* 2 CON 225 Heavy Construction II 3 Memorial University ENF 169 Concrete Technology* 2 GEO 255 Geographical Information Systems I 3 A third alternative for Lethbridge College MTH 160 Calculus I 3 9:9(WWSPLK9LZLHYJO00MVY,UNPULLYPUN graduates would be to seek a Bachelor of :<9:\Y]L`(WWSPJH[PVUZ Tech. 2 Technology with emphasis on management 32 32 skills. This can be obtained from Memorial *Eight weeks only University of Newfoundland. The program is Year II Summer Term (2 weeks) available on a full-time or a part-time basis (DL) indicates courses available through and may be completed in three terms. Distributed Learning. GEO 256 Geographical Information Athabasca University Systems II 2 Graduates receive 60 credits towards the :<9:\Y]L`*HTW Bachelor of Science (Post-Diploma) degree 4 or 30 credits towards the three or four year Bachelor of Management (Post-Diploma) Year II Summer Term (2 weeks) - degree. OPTIONAL

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35 College and University Preparation

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW ADMISSIONS CURRICULUM Our College and University Preparation New students are accepted into the College courses offer an excellent foundation for and University Preparation program for Course offerings may be subject to change. your future. courses beginning in the Fall (September) and Winter (January) terms and, in BIO 075 Biology 5 You can choose courses ranging from Math, Lethbridge, for the Summer (May) term as )06 )PVSVN` ,UNSPZO9LHKPUNHUK:WLSSPUN[V*OLTPZ[Y` well. BIO 095 Biology 5 Physics and Biology. We offer a variety CHM 075 Chemistry 5 of academic levels, from a basic to high (JHKLTPJ9LX\PYLTLU[Z */4 *OLTPZ[Y` school equivalent. Besides being available in The College and University Preparation CHM 095 Chemistry 5 Lethbridge, most of our courses are offered WYVNYHTPZVWLU[VHU`WLYZVU `LHYZ COL 004 GED Preparation 2 at our Fort Macleod Campus. Please check of age or older who has the desire and the COL 050 Orientation to College with the Taber campus for courses being academic skills to cope with a selected Learning (OCL) 5 offered there. course level. Admission is based on CPL 045 Basic Employability Skills I 3 academic background, skills assessment CPL 050 Basic Employability Skills II 3 We give you lots of support! A College and advisement. All applicants must write a CPL 090 Workplace Communications 3 advisor will help you decide which courses placement test and meet with an Academic CPU 051 Computer Basics 3 are right for you. Staff from the Learning Advisor for interpretation of the test results CPU 101 Computer Basics 2 CPU 151 Introduction to Computers 3 Café can help improve your study skills and and to complete a training plan prior to DEV 001 Developmental Studies 1 provide free help with your courses. Our JVUÄYTH[PVUVMHKTPZZPVU;LZ[YLZ\S[ZHUK DEV 002 Developmental Studies 2 prior academic success are used to place *HZL4HUHNLYZ^PSSOLSW`V\ÄUKM\UKPUNMVY DEV 003 Developmental Studies 3 your education too. You might be eligible for students in appropriate courses. DEV 004 Developmental Studies 4 a Skills Development Grant or a part-time DEV 005 Developmental Studies 5 bursary from the Alberta Student Finance YOUR INVESTMENT ENG 050 Language and Experience 7 Board. Why not contact us to talk about Program fees will vary. Fee information is ENG 060 English 5 your education? You might be surprised at available in the online Calendar at ENG 061 Experiencing Literature 7 what you’ll learn! www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. ENG 070 English 5 Please select the link to your program and ,5. ,UNSPZO CAREER OPPORTUNITIES then click on “Your Investment”. ,5. ,UNSPZO College and University Preparation courses ENG 090 English 5 can lead to many opportunities. Our Textbook costs vary from approximately $50 ENG 095 English 5 Z[\KLU[ZOH]LJVU[PU\LKPU[VJLY[PÄJH[L to $160, depending on the course. KEY 050 Keyboarding Fundamentals 3 diploma and degree programs. They have KEY 139 Introductory Keyboarding 5 entered professional and apprenticeship Financial Assistance MTH 040 Practical Math 5 WYVNYHTZ@V\»SSHSZVÄUK[OH[V\YJV\YZLZ Funding assistance may be available MTH 045 Practical Math 5 offer a good foundation for employment and [OYV\NO(SILY[H/\THU9LZV\YJLZ MTH 050 Practical Math 5 for upgrading your skills. Employment for full-time or part-time MTH 053 Mathematics Foundations 7 studies, but you must apply early. Interviews MTH 055 Practical Math 5 for those applying for the full-time training MTH 060 Mathematics 5 grant begin in March for the Fall courses 4;/ 9LHS>VYSK4H[O0 and in September for courses beginning in 4;/ 9LHS>VYSK4H[O00 MTH 070 Mathematics 5 January. Applications for part-time bursaries MTH 075 Mathematics 5 should be submitted at least two months 4;/ 4H[OLTH[PJZ before the beginning of the course you 4;/ 4H[OLTH[PJZ wish to take. For full-time grant or part-time MTH 090 Mathematics 5 bursary funding information, call 320-3334.

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TRANSFER MTH 095 Mathematics 5 MTH 097 Mathematics 5 *V\YZLZU\TILYLKH[HU`VM[OL Orientation to College Learning or 090 levels in this program are accepted in PHY 075 Physics 5 Most College and University Preparation 7/@ 7O`ZPJZ lieu of high school courses for admission at courses are delivered during the College’s Alberta’s universities, colleges, and technical PHY 095 Physics 5 standard Fall and Winter terms. However, 9+. 9LHKPUN institutes, as well as at most colleges and the Orientation to College Learning universities in the United States. However, 9+. 9LHKPUN (COL 050) course is held in August for 9+. 9LHKPUN students do not receive high school credits students wishing to prepare for their 9+. 9LHKPUN towards a diploma from Alberta Education. academic courses beginning in Fall. 9+. 9LHKPUN Lethbridge College issues its own grades COL 050 is also held periodically throughout 9+. 9LHKPUN and its own credential. the year. Contact the Dean or Program Chair 9+. 9LHKPUN 9+. (UHS`[PJHS9LHKPUN for more information. SCI 045 Science 3 OnlineOnline CalendarCalendar SCI 060 Science Foundations 3 Registration Changes SCI 062 Science 5 Course registrations or “add/drops” must Please note information in this calendar SCI 064 Science 5 be carried out in consultation with an was accurate at the time of printing. SST 045 Social Studies 3 Academic Advisor and/or Case Manager. It SST 050 Social Studies 3 is the applicant’s responsibility to register for The online version of this document SST 055 Social Studies 3 and maintain credit minimums as required contains the most current information SST 060 Canadian and World Studies 3 for sponsorship. Credit requirements of HUKPZ[OL*VSSLNL»ZVMÄJPHSJHSLUKHY SST 070 Social Studies 5 sponsoring agencies currently range from 15 SST 075 Social Studies 5 to 25 credits. It is available at ::; :VJPHS:[\KPLZ www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca. SST 095 Social Studies 5 Honours Status SPL 056 Spelling 3 Students who successfully complete at >90 >YP[PUN least 15 credits with a minimum grade point >90 >YP[PUN average of 3.50 and with no failing grade are >90 >YP[PUN eligible for Honours Status. >90 >YP[PUN GRADUATION Upgrading options for post-secondary Students in the College and University students Preparation program who accumulate In addition to any of the courses listed above, post secondary students may also take the H[SLHZ[ JYLKP[ZPUHJHKLTPJJV\YZLZ are eligible to receive a Credential of following courses. Some restrictions apply. Please check with an Academic Advisor. Achievement. To qualify, students must take four 090-099 level courses, including at ENG 101 Basic Composition 3 least one English, and must have a minimum 9+. (UHS`[PJHS9LHKPUN grade point average of 1.50. KEY 139 and COL 101 College Success 3 CPU 151 are accepted as courses to meet CPU 101 Computer Basics 2 these requirements. DEV 102 Developmental Studies 2 DEV 103 Developmental Studies 3 MTH 102 Basic Mathematics 3

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES YOUR INVESTMENT Our Commercial Vehicle Enforcement ;OLULLKMVYX\HSPÄLKVMÄJLYZPZZ[YVUN Program fees will vary. Fee information is program can be the key you need to get you ,HYUPUN`V\YJLY[PÄJH[L^PSSNYLH[S` available in the online Calendar at on the road to a rewarding and meaningful increase your chances of employment with www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. career. commercial vehicle enforcement agencies Please select the link to your program and HJYVZZ*HUHKHZ\JOHZ! then click on “Your Investment”. Transportation of goods and passengers by • Alberta Commercial Vehicle commercial vehicles is an important element Enforcement Branch in the success of Canadian businesses • Saskatchewan Highway Transport CURRICULUM and industries. Helping commercial vehicle Patrol operators be successful and ensuring Credits our roads and highways remain safe Please check with your local jurisdictions for ;9: ;YHUZWVY[3H^ for everyone is the vital role played by [OLPYOPYPUNYLX\PYLTLU[ZHUKX\HSPÄJH[PVUZ CPU 151 Introduction to Computers (DL) 3 *VTTLYJPHS=LOPJSL,UMVYJLTLU[6MÄJLYZ 69 * CPU 155 Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Combine your education or work experience ADMISSIONS Computer Applications 3 PU! New students are accepted into the ,5. ;LJOUPJHS9LWVY[>YP[PUNMVY • Law enforcement/criminal justice Commercial Vehicle Enforcement program Commercial Vehicle Enforcement • Conservation enforcement in the Summer term. The following 6MÄJLYZ • Corrections requirements apply only to those students PED 153 Training & Personalized taking the full program. Those interested in Fitness (DL) 3 with our Commercial Vehicle Enforcement individual courses may enter the program as 69 program and in less than three months, undeclared students. Interested applicants ;9: 0UJPKLU[4HUHNLTLU[ you’ll have the education you need to are considered on an individual basis by the ;9: ;YHUZWVY[3LNPZSH[PVU pursue a meaningful and rewarding career Chair for acceptance into the program in an ;9: 3PJLUZPUN as a Commercial Vehicle Enforcement HS[LYUH[P]LVYTVKPÄLKMVYTH[ *17 /\THU9LSH[PVUZMVY*VTTLYJPHS 6MÄJLY Vehicle Enforcement 3 Academic Requirements ;9: /V\YZVM:LY]PJL3LNPZSH[PVU This program is also open to those in the Applicants are required to have an Alberta ;9: >LPNO[Z +PTLUZPVUZ transportation industry, such as owners, High School Diploma or equivalent. To ;9: *HYNV:LJ\YLTLU[ 30 or 32 safety supervisors or other employees. You ensure applicants meet the basic standards JHUILULÄ[I`[HRPUNZVTLVYHSSVMV\Y that will give them a realistic chance for (DL) indicates courses available through commercial vehicle courses. Take the same success in the program, applicants are Distributed Learning. courses used to train Commercial Vehicle required to undergo testing. Applicants ,UMVYJLTLU[6MÄJLYZHUKZ[H`\WKH[LKVU must achieve a minimum 60th percentile * Note: the latest regulations and laws. Alberta Infrastructure and PU9LHKPUN:LU[LUJL:RPSSZHUK(YP[OTL[PJ Transportation employees must enroll in sections of the placement test. these courses. External applicants and current Criminal Justice students will enroll Non-Academic Requirements in the alternative course. Applicants are required to complete an interview with the Chair. The interviewer will GRADUATION assess the applicant’s educational and work history and suitability for enrolment in this Upon successful completion of all program program. requirements, students are awarded a *VTTLYJPHS=LOPJSL,UMVYJLTLU[*LY[PÄJH[L Medical Requirements Although no physical requirements are placed on applicants for entry to the program, applicants are required to take a medical examination to ensure that their cardiovascular system is suitable to undertake strenuous exercise.

38 Communication Arts Program Majors pending Government approval. www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW Your classroom knowledge and hands-on Academic Requirements ;OLTLKPHL_LY[[YLTLUKV\ZPUÅ\LUJLPU experience will come together for a 150- Applicants are required to have a minimum [VKH`»ZZVJPL[`ZOHWPUNHZ^LSSHZYLÅLJ[PUN hour practicum at the end of the program. 60 percent in English Language Arts 30-1 or public opinion. It’s also an exciting industry You will also have the opportunity to 70 percent in English Language Arts 30-2 or in which to participate. Our intensive two- demonstrate to a potential employer that equivalent and a minimum of 60 percent in year diploma program in Communication your understanding of the media is matched Social Studies 30 or equivalent. Arts will help you turn your passion for the by your skills and experience. media into a solid foundation for a career in Applicants are also required to achieve a newspapers, television, radio, advertising With a rigorous combination of media theory TPUPT\T[OWLYJLU[PSLPU[OL9LHKPUN or public relations, in both traditional and and lots of practical experience, you’ll and Sentence Skills sections of placement online worlds. be ready for a career that could include testing or equivalent. Applicants who have international reporting, event management, received credit for a minimum of 60 credits You can choose from three areas of fundraising or corporate communications. towards a degree, or who have a related ZWLJPHSPaH[PVU! With a diploma in Communication Arts diploma with a minimum GPA of at least from Lethbridge College, you’ll be ready to 2.0 may forgo placement testing. Alternate • Print Journalism WYVK\JLHUKPUÅ\LUJLTLKPH[VKH` Admission applicants are assessed on past • Broadcast Journalism education and work experience. • Advertising/Public Relations CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Your Communication Arts Diploma will Fast-Track Options 0U`V\YÄYZ[`LHY^L»SSNP]L`V\H prepare you for a wide range of positions in Students with a degree from an accredited comprehensive introduction to media [OLTLKPHPUJS\KPUN! post-secondary institution can be accepted fundamentals, ranging from reporting into the Communication Arts program to camera and audio use to mass • Commercial Writer THQVYZ(K]LY[PZPUN7\ISPJ9LSH[PVUZ communication and the communication 9HKPV;=5L^Z9LWVY[LY Broadcast Journalism and Print Journalism) process. Your knowledge of these will be 9HKPV;=5L^Z(UJOVY with advanced standing. Fast-track students balanced with more specialized classes, )YVHKJHZ[9HKPV7YVK\JLY will take a range of industry-related courses, working in small groups with one-to-one 9HKPV(UUV\UJLY including at least one department-approved instructor contact. • TV News Anchor option course, over two semesters. Part of • Camera Operator the course load will include a practicum. In your second year, we will show you how 9HKPV*VTTLYJPHS7YVK\JLY to translate theory into practice. You’ll gain • TV Editor Professional Suitability lots of valuable experience working on • Promoter Applicants, except for fast-track applicants, real media projects with real deliverables. 7\ISPJ9LSH[PVUZ7YHJ[P[PVULY must write a 500-word composition According to your area of interest, you’ll • Broadcast/Advertising Salesperson demonstrating knowledge of the media produce a weekly campus newspaper, • Advertising Layout area they intend to study. The composition prepare campus radio shows or work on • Desktop Publisher is evaluated by the program for research local television stories and broadcasts. • Graphic Designer content, organizational and grammar skills, You’ll work with local media outlets and 5L^ZWHWLY4HNHaPUL9LWVY[LY word usage, sentence construction and learn how media organizations operate in • Newspaper Editor transitions. the real world. Depending on your major, • News Photographer you’ll work on our student newspaper, The • Web Editor Prior Learning Assessment Endeavour (print and online editions); for • Online Journalist If you have experience working in this our on-campus radio station, CLCC The • Videographer ÄLSKVMZ[\K``V\TH`ILLSPNPISLMVY7YPVY Kodiak (closed circuit and streamed over the • Producer/Scriptwriter Learning Assessment (PLA). Please direct Internet); or with our TV media partner, Shaw your enquiries to the Faculty Advisor. TV. These opportunities are tied closely to ADMISSIONS actual shifts and requirements in a business New students are accepted into the YOUR INVESTMENT setting. Communication Arts programs for the Fall Program fees will vary. Fee information is :LW[LTILY[LYT8\HSPÄLKHWWSPJHU[ZTH` available in the online Calendar at be admitted into programs outside of normal www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. intakes. Interested applicants are considered Please select the link to your program and on an individual basis by the School then click on “Your Investment”. Chairperson/Faculty Advisor for acceptance PU[VHWYVNYHTPUHUHS[LYUH[P]LVYTVKPÄLK format.

39 Communication Arts - Continued Program Majors pending Government approval.

CURRICULUM )96(+*(:;16<95(30:44(169 GRADUATION The Broadcast Journalism Major helps Upon successful completion of all program Year I Term I Credits students become skilled in reporting requirements, students are awarded and writing for radio and television. They a Communication Arts Diploma with CAP 152 Mass Communication 3 produce news and sports, music programs, designated Major. PSC 150 Local Government 3 and features. Hands-on experience is gained 42; 4LKPH4HYRL[PUN-\UKHTLU[HSZ on-air through CLCC The Kodiak radio TRANSFERS >904LKPH9LZLHYJOHUK>YP[PUN0 station, Shaw TV and web-casting on the University Of Calgary * CAP 165 Media Tech Visual I 4 Internet. Students learn digital techniques, Graduates of the Communications Arts * CAP 171 Media Tech Audio 2 audio control, voice control, announcing [^V`LHY+PWSVTHTH`YLJLP]L\W[VÄ]LM\SS * CPU 170 Production Software I 2 and reporting techniques, and radio and course equivalents (one year) credit toward 79:(UUV\UJPUN7\ISPJ:WLHRPUN TV production skills. As well, students are the completion of a 20-credit Bachelor of 24 required to complete a practicum with a Arts in Communication Studies from the media company off-campus. University of Calgary. Year I Term II Athabasca University Year II Term I Credits Graduates of Communication Arts can ** CAP 156 Introduction to Advertising 3 earn a Bachelor of Professional Arts in *(7 *VTT\UPJH[PVU7YVJLZZ CAP 252 Broadcast Journalism I 5 Communications from Athabasca University >904LKPH9LZLHYJOHUK>YP[PUN00 CAP 256 Broadcast Presentation 3 by receiving credit for their two years at ** CAP 170 Communication Law 3 CAP 275 Broadcast Production I 7 * CAP 175 Media Tech Visual II 4 Lethbridge College and completing an CMM 156 Digital Video 4 additional 60 credits of a 120-credit program * CAP 161 Producing and Script Writing 3 * MGT 265 Broadcast Management Issues 2 *(77\ISPJ9LSH[PVUZ0 through Athabasca University. >90 *VTTLYJPHS>YP[PUN0 University of Great Falls * CPU 190 Production Software II 2 23 25 Graduates of the Communication Arts two-year Diploma (Broadcast Journalism Year II Term II * Required courses for Fast-track students option) may receive up to two years’ credit toward a Bachelor of Arts degree majoring in ** Optional courses for Fast-track students CAP 253 Broadcast Journalism II 5 Broadcast Communication at the University (one option per term, subject to *(7 )YVHKJHZ[7YVK\J[PVU00 of Great Falls, Montana. Students may availability) * CAP 299 Practicum 4 complete degree requirements through >90 *VTTLYJPHS>YP[PUN00 (+=,9;0:05.7<)30*9,3(;065:4(169 18 distance-education telecom or by attending ;OL(K]LY[PZPUN7\ISPJ9LSH[PVUZ4HQVY the University of Great Falls campus. University of Lethbridge prepares students to work in a variety of 7905;16<95(30:44(169 Lethbridge College graduates may also entry-level positions in the communications The Print Journalism Major prepares apply their Communication Arts Diploma to and media industry. Training includes students for entry-level positions in writing, [^VJV\YZLZVYZP_\UZWLJPÄLKJYLKP[ZPU[OL writing, designing and sales for online, reporting, editing, photography, desktop Faculty of Arts and Science at the University electronic and print media; and public publishing and online publishing. Students of Lethbridge. relations administration. As well, students will receive training that could help them in are required to complete a practicum with a a career in weekly or daily newspapers, in media company off-campus. magazines and with online journalism sites. CheckCheck out our CampusCampus Students receive practical training on and Year II Term I Credits off campus through the College newspaper, Contact us today to receive a tour of The Endeavour, and the student magazine, our campus or take us for a spin as a CAP 191 Campus Media I 6 Expressions. As well, students are required Student for a Day. * CAP 255 Sales Practice 3 to complete a practicum with a media * CAP 262 Editing I 4 company off-campus. You will gain valuable insight in the *(7 4HNHaPUL+LZPNU program of your choice. >90 7\ISPJ9LSH[PVUZ>YP[PUN Year II Term I Credits 20 Call 403-320-3490 or e-mail ** CAP 257 New Media for Journalists 4 Year II Term II PUMV'SL[OIYPKNLJVSSLNLHIJH * CAP 262 Editing I 4 for details! CAP 266 Campus Newspaper I 6 *(77\ISPJ9LSH[PVUZ00 CAP 276 Print Journalism I 4 *(7 =PZ\HS*VTT\UPJH[PVUZ *(7 4HNHaPUL+LZPNU * CAP 291 Campus Media II 6 22 * CAP 299 Practicum 4 4.; 4HUHNLTLU[0ZZ\LZPU(+79 Year II Term II 21 ** CAP 263 Editing II 4 * CAP 267 Campus Newspaper II 6 *(7 7YPU[1V\YUHSPZT00 * CAP 299 Practicum 4 18

40 Computer Information Technology www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES NOTE: Students with outside commitments Success in information technology includes MHTPS`LTWSV`TLU[VYV[OLY^PZLTH`ÄUK programming skills and much more. Our • Programmer Analyst P[KPMÄJ\S[[VJVTWSL[LHM\SSJV\YZLSVHK two-year diploma program in Computer • Software Developer each term and should consult with the Information Technology gives you the • Games Programmer Chair about alternate program sequencing. grounding in business, communications • Database Designer/Developer All students who plan on continuing their and technology that you need in order • Software Testing Specialist studies through the post-diploma Computer to manage, as well as build, information • Information Systems Project Manager Science program at the University of systems. • Systems Analyst Lethbridge or the post-diploma Bachelor of • Web Administrator Applied Information Systems Technology Accredited by the Canadian Information • Help Desk Attendant from SAIT should take the following courses Processing Society (CIPS), our intensive, • Network Analyst/Technician as part of the Computer Information integrated program will show you how • Desktop Support ;LJOUVSVN`KPWSVTHYLX\PYLTLU[Z!*0; information systems actually work. Working • Computer Service Technician and CIT266. All students who plan on in small teams, you’ll tackle hands-on continuing their studies through the post- projects ranging from trouble-shooting ADMISSIONS diploma Management program at the hardware to software development, New students are accepted into the University of Lethbridge should take BUS networking, web development, e-commerce, Computer Information Technology program 6YNHUPaH[PVUHS)LOH]PV\YHZWHY[VM[OL games programming and information for the Fall (September) and Winter (January) Computer Information Technology diploma systems management. [LYTZ8\HSPÄLKHWWSPJHU[ZTH`ILHKTP[[LK requirements. into programs outside of normal intakes. You’ll balance these technology skills Interested applicants are considered on Industry Suitability with course work on business and an individual basis for acceptance into a Prospective students should be aware of communications and we’ll give you the WYVNYHTPUHUHS[LYUH[P]LVYTVKPÄLKMVYTH[ the following job-related physical demands; opportunity to demonstrate your abilities standing or sitting for long periods of time, in practical projects. You’ll work on web Academic Requirements intense visual concentration, ability to type KL]LSVWTLU[MVYHUV[MVYWYVÄ[VYNHUPaH[PVU Applicants will have an Alberta high school and use a mouse (repetitive movements), and spend 200 hours in a workplace-based diploma with a minimum of 60 percent in with some lifting and carrying. practicum with an organization of your English Language Arts (ELA) 30-1 or 30-2 JOVPJL(UK`V\ÄUPZO[OLWYVNYHT^P[OH and 60 percent in Pure or Applied Math 30 YOUR INVESTMENT real-life system project for a real-life client. or equivalent. Program fees will vary. Fee information is available in the online Calendar at Managing information has never been Alternate Admission/Advance Standing: www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. more important and information technology Learners seeking alternate admissions/ Please select the link to your program and professionals have never been more advance standing to the program should then click on “Your Investment”. in demand. With its comprehensive contact a Lethbridge College Advisor or introduction to the industry and its the Chair who will help them develop an opportunities, our diploma in Computer individualized learning plan. ScholarshipsScholarships Information Technology won’t just show you Students without computer skills in the how to build an information system – it will HYLHZVMLTHPS>PUKV^ZLU]PYVUTLU[ÄSL Consider applying for a scholarship or show you how to build a career. and folder management), word processing award. and spreadsheeting will be required to register in CPU151 `Introduction to Visit us online at *VTW\[LYZ»PU[OLÄYZ[[LYT www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/ departments/student/awards/

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CURRICULUM GRADUATION OnlineOnline CalendarCalendar Upon successful completion of all program Year I Term I Credits requirements, students are awarded a Please note information in this calendar Computer Information Technology Diploma. was accurate at the time of printing. BUS 170 Introduction to Management 4 CIT 152 Computer Hardware Maintenance 3 TRANSFERS The online version of this document CIT 154 Programming in C (DL) 5 University of Lethbridge contains the most current information CIT 157 HTML and Web Publishing 3 Graduates will receive two-year advanced HUKPZ[OL*VSSLNL»ZVMÄJPHSJHSLUKHY MTH 152 Mathematics for CIT 3 credit toward the Bachelor of Science 18 Degree in Computer Science at the It is available at University of Lethbridge. Graduates may www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca. Year I Term II also receive up to two years credit toward the Bachelor of Management Degree CIT 156 Programming with C++ 4 (excluding the accounting major) at the *0; 0U[YVK\J[PVU[V5L[^VYRPUN University of Lethbridge. CIT 163 Database Management (DL) 4 Athabasca University ENG 156 Business Writing (DL) 3 Graduates will receive 60 credits towards 42; 0U[YVK\J[PVU[V4HYRL[PUN a Bachelor of Science in Computing and 20 Information Systems (Post-Diploma) or Year II Term I Bachelor of Science (Post-Diploma) degree. Graduates will receive 30 credits towards a ACC 170 Financial Accounting I 4 three or four year Bachelor of Management CIT 255 Client Server/Network Admin. 3 (Post-Diploma) degree. CIT 261 Operating Systems 4 Southern Alberta Institute of CIT 266 Object Oriented Programming 4 Technology (SAIT) CIT 275 Introduction to Systems Design I 5 Graduates may receive up to two years credit toward the Bachelor of Applied *OVVZLVULVM[OLMVSSV^PUNJV\YZLZ! Information Systems Technology from SAIT. CIT 260 Algorithms and Problem Solving 3 *0; (K]HUJLK+H[HIHZL4NT[!6YHJSL 23

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YEAR II ELECTIVES ACC 150-199 ACC 250-299 BUS 150-199 BUS 250-299 CIT 274 CIT 277 COM150-199 COM250-299 ECN 150-199 ECN 250-299 HUM150-199 79: STS 250

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42 Conservation Enforcement -

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW ADMISSIONS Transfer students entering the Bachelor Experience! That’s what makes our Bachelor Applicants may be accepted into the of Applied Science in Conservation of Applied Science in Conservation Bachelor of Applied Science in Conservation Enforcement who have received advance Enforcement special. At Lethbridge College, Enforcement program for the Fall credit must complete Lethbridge College’s we have more than 25 years of experience (September) term only. Transfer students minimum residency requirements. Students in preparing people for a career in natural with advanced standing may be accepted may not receive advance credit for work resource law enforcement -- and our into the third year of the degree program completed at another institution(s) in excess degree program is the only one of its kind in MVY[OL-HSS:LW[LTILY[LYT8\HSPÄLK VM VM[OL[V[HSJYLKP[ZYLX\PYLKMVY Canada. applicants may be admitted into programs graduation from Lethbridge College. outside of normal intakes. Interested 9LJLP]LPUZ[Y\J[PVUPU[OLUH[\YHSHUK applicants are considered on an individual Non-Academic Requirements physical sciences, renewable resource basis by the Chair for acceptance into the Applicants may be required to submit management and law enforcement WYVNYHTPUHUHS[LYUH[P]LVYTVKPÄLKMVYTH[ additional background information including techniques through a blend of classroom a resume stating their work experience, theory, lab exercises and work site Academic Requirements additional education and/or training plus experience. Emphasis is placed on practical Applicants are required to have an Alberta JLY[PÄJH[PVUX\HSPÄJH[PVUZPUZWLJPHSÄLSKZ learning opportunities where you’ll gain High School Diploma, including a minimum valuable hands-on experience in problem of 60 percent in English Language Arts (ELA) Employability wildlife management, investigations, park 30-1, Chemistry 20, Biology 30 and Math *VUZLY]H[PVU,UMVYJLTLU[6MÄJLY operations and resource law enforcement. 30P or Math 30A and Social 30. Applicants WVZP[PVUZOH]L]LY`ZWLJPÄJWO`ZPJHS may be required to achieve a minimum requirements such as vision, hearing and Your campus learning is reinforced during an [OWLYJLU[PSLPU9LHKPUN:LU[LUJL:RPSSZ ^LPNO[;OLZWLJPÄJYLX\PYLTLU[ZKPMMLY LPNO[TVU[OKPYLJ[LKÄLSKZ[\K`WYHJ[PJ\T Arithmetic and Elementary Algebra sections with each agency. It is the applicant’s This extensive applied learning opportunity of placement testing or equivalent. 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Graduates of the *79*LY[PÄJH[L[VILLSPNPISLMVYZLHZVUHS Bachelor of Applied Science in Conservation Transfer students are required to have and/or permanent employment. Students Enforcement program have the necessary HKPWSVTHPU9LUL^HISL9LZV\YJL HYLLUJV\YHNLK[VVI[HPU[OLZLJLY[PÄJH[LZ academic knowledge and applied skills Management or equivalent, or a related either prior to entering the program or in natural resource law enforcement for bachelor’s degree in an area such K\YPUN[OLÄYZ[[LYT successful careers in federal, provincial HZ9LZV\YJL4HUHNLTLU[)PVSVN` • A number of workshops and short or municipal agencies, as well as the Environmental Studies or a similar area of courses sponsored by various agencies private sector. In fact, with Lethbridge study. A minimum GPA of 2.50 or equivalent are available on evenings and weekends. College Applied Conservation Enforcement or permission of the Chair is required for Students are encouraged to attend these graduates working across Canada, your admission. sessions to enhance their credentials for ambition is the only limit! employment. Applicants with post-secondary credentials CAREER OPPORTUNITIES HUKZPNUPÄJHU[^VYRL_WLYPLUJLTH`HWWS` *VUZLY]H[PVU6MÄJLY to have their skills assessed for transfer -PZOLY`6MÄJLY credit or prior learning credit. It is the 7HYR7H[YVS6MÄJLY student’s responsibility to provide faculty 7HYR9HUNLY all necessary documentation (outlines, • Environmental Investigator/Inspector JLY[PÄJH[LZ[YHUZJYPW[ZL[JMVYL]HS\H[PVU 4\UPJPWHS7VSPJL6MÄJLY Students are strongly encouraged to do this 9*476MÄJLY H[[OL[PTLVMHWWSPJH[PVUVYK\YPUN[OLPYÄYZ[ -PZOHUK>PSKSPML6MÄJLY term on campus. • Wildlife Investigator 7VSS\[PVU*VU[YVS6MÄJLY 9LZV\YJL4HUHNLTLU[6MÄJLY

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YOUR INVESTMENT CURRICULUM Year IV Program fees will vary. Fee information is Year I Term I Credits available in the online Calendar at Students are eligible to register in Directed www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. ,5. :JPLU[PÄJ ;LJOUPJHS>YP[PUN Field Studies courses after successful Please select the link to your program and * GEO 166 Physical Geology 5 completion of year three. Students must then click on “Your Investment”. * BIO 163 Terrestrial Ecology 5 complete a Summer and a Fall term of * BIO 164 Plant Taxonomy 5 Directed Field Studies earning a minimum Students are responsible for the cost of the 994:VPS9LZV\YJLZ of 29 credits through completion of the ÄLSK[YPWZYLSH[PUN[V[OPZWYVNYHT STS 255 Statistical Methods 3 MVSSV^PUNJV\YZLZ! 26 Field Studies Supplies!:[\KLU[ZVUÄLSK 9LX\PYLK*V\YZLZ studies are expected to provide their own Year I Term II DCE 455 Field Enforcement 5 LX\PWTLU[HUKZ\WWSPLZ;OPZPUJS\KLZ! DCE 460 Community Involvement 3 warm sleeping bag, ground sheet and pad, 3(>0U[YVK\J[PVU[V5H[\YHS9LZV\YJL +*, (KTPUPZ[YH[P]L;LJOUPX\LZ Law 5 tent (may be shared with other students), DCE 490 Senior Enforcement Project 3 * BIO 269 Aquatic Ecology 5 IHJRWHJRVYK\MÅLIHNMVYNLHYHKLX\H[L or 994 4HW (LYPHS7OV[V0U[LYWYL[H[PVU clothing for cold/wet weather, hiking boots, DCE 491 Senior Enforcement Project 5 )06 AVVSVN` binoculars, cooking and eating gear (may be DCE 495 Independent Study 3 994 >H[LY9LZV\YJLZ or ZOHYLKMVVKÄLSKUV[LIVVRJVTWHZZHUK 25 DCE 496 Independent Study 5 hip or chest waders. Field studies schedules are dependent on many variables and may Year II Term I Electives require students to participate on weekends. DCE 456 Investigations 5 (SSWYVNYHTÄLSKZ[\KPLZYLX\PYLTHUKH[VY` 994-VYLZ[4HUHNLTLU[ DCE 465 Public Safety 3 attendance. * ENV 255 Land Use Practices 3 DCE 470 Habitat Protection 3 994 7YPUJPWSLZVM-PZOLY`:JPLUJL DCE 475 Problem Wildlife Field Techniques 5 Other Required Supplies ENV 275 Environmental Sampling & DCE 476 Commercial Fisheries 3 Available from Lethbridge College Forensics 5 +*, 7YVNYHT4HUHNLTLU[ )VVRZ[VYL!3HIJVH[ZHML[`NSHZZLZ SOC 263 Diverse Cultural Communities 3 +*, (K]HUJLK,UMVYJLTLU[7SHUUPUN +V\NSHZWYV[YHJ[VYÄLSKUV[LIVVRZ\Y]L`VYZ *17 5H[\YHS9LZV\YJLZ3LNPZSH[PVU +*, 4LU[VYZOPW book, 16X hand lens, dissection kit, metric 26 [YPHUN\SHYZJHSL^P[O!!!! 0UKPJH[LZÄLSKZ[\KPLZ !HUK!NYHK\H[PVUZ Year II Term II (DL) indicates courses available through Available From Sporting Goods/Hardware 9949HUNLSHUK/HIP[H[4HUHNLTLU[ Distributed Learning. :[VYL!5L_\Z;`WLVY:PS]H9HUNLY 994 7YPUJPWSLZVM>PSKSPML)PVSVN` compass (with declination adjustment 994 -PYL4HUHNLTLU[ :WLJPHSUV[LHIV\[ÄLSKZ[\KPLZ! ZJYL^JSPWIVHYKÅVWW`KPZRZ4)VY *17 ,]PKLUJL *V\Y[7YVJLK\YLZ+3 :[\KLU[ZHYLVMMJHTW\ZJVTWSL[PUNÄLSK higher USB memory stick, chest waders, PED 251 Self Defence and Fitness 3 studies during most of September and April. ZJPLU[PÄJJHSJ\SH[VY YHUNL * CJP 369 Patrol Procedures 5 0[PZL_[YLTLS`KPMÄJ\S[[V[HRL@LHY0HUK or more coloured pencils (pencil crayons), 28 Year II courses simultaneously. Students IPUVJ\SHYZ ?VY?THNUPÄJH[PVU are advised to complete all Year I courses For additional information concerning Year III Term I before proceeding to Year II, and all Year II supplies, contact courses before enrolling in Year III courses CJP 357 Environmental Compliance Dan Slezak at 403-320-3302. MVYYLSH[LKWVZ[KPWSVTHJLY[PÄJH[LVY Techniques 3 KLNYLLWYVNYHTZ0U[OL-HSS[LYTÄLSK * CJP 359 Conservation Law Investigations 5 studies are in September, while in the Winter COM 263 Interpersonal Skills in Enforcement 3 * DCE 352 Parks & Protected Areas 5 [LYTÄLSKZ[\KPLZHYLZJOLK\SLKPU(WYPS +*, 7YVISLT>PSKSPML4HUHNLTLU[ Techniques 5 GRADUATION 994 *VUZLY]H[PVU)PVSVN` Upon successful completion of all program 24 requirements, students are awarded a Bachelor of Applied Science in Conservation Year III Term II Enforcement degree.

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW ADMISSIONS Medical Requirements Our practical two-year Correctional Studies On-campus students are accepted into the Although no physical requirements are Diploma program gives you skills and Correctional Studies Diploma program in placed on applicants for entry to the knowledge for a career in corrections or Fall (September) and Winter (January) terms. program, applicants are required to take young offender work. With an increasing Distance learners can also apply for the a medical examination to ensure that offender population and the need for :\TTLY4H`[LYT8\HSPÄLKHWWSPJHU[Z their cardiovascular system is suitable to SLHKLYZOPWHUKWYVNYHTTPUN[OPZÄLSK may be admitted into programs outside \UKLY[HRLÄ[ULZZYLSH[LKL_LYJPZLHUKZLSM offers exciting career opportunities assisting of normal intakes. Interested applicants defense tactics. Alternative arrangements and supervising those who are serving a are considered on an individual basis for may be made for applicants who plan to ZLU[LUJLHZHYLZ\S[VMJVUÅPJ[^P[O[OLSH^ acceptance into a program in an alternative continue on for their degree in correctional VYTVKPÄLKMVYTH[0M`V\HYLJ\YYLU[S` studies. You’ll work in small classes with employed in corrections, you are guaranteed considerable one-to-one instructor contact. acceptance; your training and experience YOUR INVESTMENT We give you a comprehensive introduction may reduce the number of courses you will Program fees will vary. Fee information is to topics ranging from human relations, be required to take. available in the online Calendar at criminology and psychology to correctional www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. law, casework methods, diversity, Academic Requirements Please select the link to your program and PU[LY]PL^PUNVMMLUKLYJSHZZPÄJH[PVUHUK Applicants must have an Alberta High then click on “Your Investment”. crisis intervention, as well as the hands-on School Diploma or equivalent. To ensure that skills required to work in this complex and each applicant meets the basic standards JOHUNPUNÄLSK@V\KL]LSVW`V\YJYP[PJHS that will give them a realistic chance for thinking and reasoning skills in practical success in the program, applicants are exercises. And you have the opportunity required to undergo testing. Applicants to experience real-world correctional must achieve a minimum 60th percentile in environments with two practicums. 9LHKPUN:LU[LUJL:RPSSZHUK,SLTLU[HY` Algebra sections of placement testing, At the end of the program, you’ll understand although maturity and motivation are also how you can help troubled people take JVUZPKLYLK56;,!(WWSPJHU[Z^P[OSV^LY responsibility for their own lives. You’ll have scores may be accepted into the program a valuable combination of knowledge and on a conditional basis). hands-on experience. More importantly, you will be a valuable asset to correctional Non-Academic Requirements Z`Z[LTZSVVRPUNMVYX\HSPÄLKJHWHISL Applicants are required to complete people. The diploma in Correctional Studies HX\LZ[PVUUHPYL^OPJOV\[SPULZ![OLPY is an excellent starting point for a rewarding motivation to seek entry to a career in the and challenging career. *VYYLJ[PVUZÄLSK"[OLPYZ\P[HIPSP[`MVYHJHYLLY in Corrections; their work experiences, CAREER OPPORTUNITIES additional education and/or training Your Correctional Studies Diploma will HUKJLY[PÄJH[PVUX\HSPÄJH[PVUZPUZWLJPHS prepare you for work throughout the criminal ÄLSKZ"HUKHNLUJPLZHUKWLYZVUZPU[OL Q\Z[PJLZ`Z[LT,_HTWSLZHYL! *YPTPUHS1\Z[PJLÄLSK[OL`JVU[HJ[LKMVY career information. This questionnaire also -LKLYHS*VYYLJ[PVUHS6MÄJLY includes a request for a handwritten essay. 7YV]PUJPHS*VYYLJ[PVUHS6MÄJLY An interview with a Correctional Studies • Youth Worker instructor will be conducted immediately 7YVIH[PVU6MÄJLY following the test. A decision regarding 7HYVSL6MÄJLY admission to the program will be made @V\[O7YVIH[PVU6MÄJLY at that time. The interviewer assesses the *\Z[VTZ6MÄJLY integrity, forthrightness, and motivation of *VTTLYJPHS=LOPJSL,UMVYJLTLU[6MÄJLY the applicant using a standardized score format. On the basis of the testing and the interview, the applicant is placed on an admissions list.

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CURRICULUM GRADUATION OOnlinenline CCalendaralendar Upon successful completion of all program Year I Term I requirements, students are awarded a Please note information in this calendar Diploma in Correctional Studies. was accurate at the time of printing. CJP 160 Introduction to the C.J. System 3 CJP 161 Ethics & Interpersonal Skills in CJ 3 Note: Employing agencies may have The online version of this document ENG 175 English Composition I 3 additional requirements such as a valid contains the most current information LAW 165 Criminal Law 3 KYP]LY»ZSPJLUZL:[HUKHYK-PYZ[(PKHUK*79 HUKPZ[OL*VSSLNL»ZVMÄJPHSJHSLUKHY PED 157 Health, Wellness and Fitness * 3 Learners are encouraged to maintain their 79: ,MMLJ[P]L7YLZLU[H[PVU :WLLJO credentials in these areas so that they are It is available at SOC 160 Introduction to Sociology 3 current at time of graduation. www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca 21 TRANSFERS Year I Term II Lethbridge College Graduates of the two-year Correctional *69 0U[YVK\J[PVU[V*VYYLJ[PVUZ Studies Diploma who choose to enter the CJP 175 Interviewing 3 Bachelor of Applied Arts - Correctional *17 3H^@V\[O @V\UN6MMLUKLYZ Studies Degree program at Lethbridge *17 +P]LYZP[`0ZZ\LZPU*1 College will get two full years of credit *17 (S[LYUH[P]L+PZW\[L9LZVS\[PVU LAW 170 Correctional Law 3 towards the degree. Courses are provided PSY 160 Introduction to Psychology 3 on campus or through distance education. 21 Details regarding this program can be Year II Term I found in this booklet and on the Lethbridge College website. *69 *VYYLJ[PVUHS*SHZZPÄJH[PVU Athabasca University *69 +Y\NZPU*VYYLJ[PVUZ Lethbridge College graduates can continue FWK 272 Corrections Practicum I into a Bachelor of Professional Arts (or approved elective) 3 majoring in Criminal Justice or a Bachelor of *17 *YPTPUVSVN` Professional Arts in Governance, Law and *69 *VYYLJ[PVUHS4L[OVKZ Management from Athabasca University. ENG 176 English Composition II 3 This is a four-year degree program offered in PSY 260 Abnormal Psychology 3 partnership with Athabasca University and 21 Lethbridge College . Entrance to the degree depends on successful completion of the Year II Term II Criminal Justice Diploma or equivalent. University of Great Falls *64 *VYYLJ[PVUHS9LWVY[>YP[PUN Graduates of the Criminal Justice two-year *69 *VYYLJ[PVUZ(KTPUPZ[YH[PVU Diploma may receive up to two years credit FWK 273 Corrections Practicum II toward a degree program at the University (or approved elective) 3 of Great Falls, Montana. Students may *69 *VYYLJ[PVUHS*HZL^VYRHUK complete the degree requirements through Counselling 3 distance education or by attending the *69 *YPZPZ9LZVS\[PVU University of Great Falls campus. PED 250 Defence and Tactics * 3 University of Lethbridge SOC 255 Special Needs Offenders 3 Lethbridge College graduates may also 21 apply the Lethbridge College Criminal Justice Diploma toward two courses or six * or approved elective from the following list. \UZWLJPÄLKJYLKP[ZPU[OL-HJ\S[`VM(Y[ZHUK 7SLHZLUV[L!(SSLSLJ[P]LZYLX\PYLWYPVYHWWYV]HS Science at the University of Lethbridge. from the Program Leader.

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS Are you interested in joining the corrections Your degree meets or surpasses entry level Students who have completed a ÄLSK[OYV\NOHWYVNYHTVMHK]HUJLKZ[\K`& requirements for professional positions in Correctional Studies Diploma from Are you a corrections professional wishing to federal and provincial jurisdictions. It also Lethbridge College will be accepted enhance your understanding of correctional meets the Correctional Service of Canada directly into the Bachelor of Applied Arts theory and practice? Our Bachelor of requirements for promotion and enhances in Correctional Studies. Students with Applied Arts in Correctional Studies (BAACS) career and promotional opportunities in related credentials will be accepted into will give you the skills and knowledge you federal and provincial adult and young the program after being assessed on an need to meet your career goals, whether you offender services. You’ll have the academic individual basis to determine whether are seeking initial employment or promotion and practical background to work in a they are required to take bridging courses to more challenging positions. ]HYPL[`VMHK]HUJLKWVZP[PVUZPUJS\KPUN! to meet degree outcomes. Applicants with prior related work experience will be Our degree program starts with a two- • Manager, Federal Corrections exempted from pre-admission testing. year diploma in Correctional Studies. • Manager, Provincial Corrections Transfer students entering the program @V\YÄYZ[[^V`LHYZVMZ[\K`^PSSNP]L`V\ • Supervisor, Federal Corrections who receive advance credit must meet a comprehensive introduction to relevant • Supervisor, Provincial Corrections Lethbridge College’s minimum residency course material and the criminal justice • Case Worker, Federal Corrections requirements. This means that students system. If you are currently employed in • Case Worker, Provincial Corrections may not receive advance credit for work corrections, your training and experience • Manager, Youth Work completed at other institutions in excess of may reduce the number of courses you will • Supervisor, Youth Work 75 per cent of the total credits required for have to take. 7YVNYHTZ6MÄJLY-LKLYHS graduation from Lethbridge College. 7YVIH[PVU6MÄJLY You’ll build on this knowledge in your • Probation Manager YOUR INVESTMENT third year of study. You will learn to *VYYLJ[PVUHS6MÄJLY7YV]PUJPHSVY-LKLYHS Program fees will vary. Fee information is assess and deal with emerging issues in 7HYVSL6MÄJLY available in the online Calendar at corrections through courses in community )VYKLY:LY]PJLZ6MÄJLY www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. justice, ethics, behavioural management, *VTTLYJPHS=LOPJSL,UMVYJLTLU[6MÄJLY Please select the link to your program and victimology, management and leadership. then click on “Your Investment”. In the fourth year of the program, you will The BAACS is applicable to employment apply your skills and abilities in a real-world with B.C. Community Corrections correctional environment. You’ll spend your (see www.jibc.bc.ca/corrections/default.htm) entire fourth year (two semesters) engaged in a Directed Field Study. You can choose ADMISSIONS to spend this study time at your current New third-year students, or transfer students correctional institution or agency, or we can with advance standing through completion OLSW`V\ÄUKHZ\P[HISL^VYRWSHJL of a related diploma, are accepted into the program in September and January of each At the end of the program, you’ll have a year for on-campus study and also in May comprehensive, practical understanding of for distance study. Open admission exists corrections. Your skills and knowledge will for any applicants currently employed in the serve you well and be in demand anywhere JVYYLJ[PVUHSÄLSK8\HSPÄLKHWWSPJHU[ZTH` in Canada. be admitted into programs outside of normal intakes. Interested applicants are considered All courses in the BAACS are available on an individual basis for acceptance into a through Distributed Learning. WYVNYHTPUHUHS[LYUH[P]LVYTVKPÄLKMVYTH[

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CURRICULUM GRADUATION Upon successful completion of all program Years I and II: See Correctional Studies Core Courses requirements, students are awarded a Diploma *69*VTT\UP[`0UZ[P[\[PVUHS9LZV\YJLZ Bachelor of Applied Arts - Correctional in Corrections 3 Studies Degree. BAACS graduates are Year III Term I Credits *69 7YHJ[PJLVM6MMLUKLY:\WLY]PZPVU eligible for acceptance into the Masters *69(KTPUPZ[YH[P]L4L[OVKZPU Degree in Integrated Studies through Corrections 3 *69 =PVSLUJLHUK*YPTPUHS)LOH]PV\Y ([OHIHZJH

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW Note: Students completing the Criminal 9LJY\P[TLU[PU[VWVSPJLHUKJVYYLJ[PVUHS Justice Studies for Aboriginal Learners HelpingHelping You SSucceeducceed services is a priority across Canada. At Credential of Academic Achievement and Lethbridge College, we have over 30 transferring into the Criminal Justice Policing *OLJRV\[WHNL MVYTVYL years experience preparing people for Diploma or Correctional Studies Diploma information about our Services for work in the criminal justice system. Our should check with employers for academic Aboriginal Learners. accessible Criminal Justice Studies for requirements (Grade 12 or GED). Aboriginal Learners, Credential of Academic Achievement will give you the foundation YOUR INVESTMENT `V\ULLK[VILNPU^VYRPUNPU[OLZLÄLSKZVY Program fees will vary. Fee information is to pursue further education in the Policing or available in the online Calendar at Correctional Studies Diplomas. www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. Please select the link to your program and You will work in small classes and receive then click on “Your Investment”. ample support. Our courses give you a comprehensive introduction to topics CURRICULUM ranging from ethics to diversity issues. We also ensure you get assistance in other Year I Term I Credits areas such as English and study skills. CJP 101 Criminal Justice Seminar I 1 ADMISSIONS CJP 160 Introduction to the CJ System (DL) 3 New students are accepted into the Criminal CJP 161 Ethics & Interpersonal Skills in CJ 3 Justice Studies for Aboriginal Learners *17 +P]LYZP[`0ZZ\LZPU*YPTPUHS program for the Fall (September) term. Justice (DL) 3 8\HSPÄLKHWWSPJHU[ZTH`ILHKTP[[LK COL 101 College Success 3 into programs outside of normal intakes. ENG 101 Basic Composition 3 Interested applicants are considered on 16 an individual basis for acceptance into a WYVNYHTPUHUHS[LYUH[P]LVYTVKPÄLKMVYTH[ (DL) indicates courses available through Distributed Learning. Academic Requirements To ensure that learners meet the basic Applicants would be tested prior to standards required to give them a realistic admission. Those deemed suitable for chance for success in the program, the program but needing extra work in applicants are required to undergo testing. certain areas would be required to enroll in From these tests, a score is generated which HKKP[PVUHSJV\YZLZMVYL_HTWSL! may be used to place the applicant on an admission list. The screening will guide the CPU 101 Computer Basics 2 assigning of academic support within the DEV 102 Developmental Studies 2 DEV 103 Developmental Studies 3 program. Upon completion of the credential with a GPA of 1.5 or better, the learner may be admitted into the Criminal Justice GRADUATION Policing or Correctional Studies Diploma Upon successful completion of all program program. requirements, students are awarded a Credential of Academic Achievement in Non-Academic Requirements Criminal Justice Studies for Aboriginal Applicants are required to complete a Learners. questionnaire which outlines their motivation to seek entry to a career in the Criminal 1\Z[PJLÄLSK[OLPYZ\P[HIPSP[`MVYHJHYLLYPU Criminal Justice, their work experiences and additional educational information. This questionnaire also includes a request for a handwritten essay. An interview with a faculty member is required.

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW ADMISSIONS YOUR INVESTMENT Policing is many careers in one. New students are accepted into the Policing Program fees will vary. Fee information is Unfortunately, television can sensationalize program in the Fall (September) and Winter available in the online Calendar at police work and give a narrow, misleading 1HU\HY`[LYTZ8\HSPÄLKHWWSPJHU[ZTH`IL www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. PTWYLZZPVU9LHSPZ[PJHSS`WVSPJLZWLUKTVYL admitted into programs outside of normal Please select the link to your program and time in community activities and report intakes. Interested applicants are considered then click on “Your Investment”. writing than in car chases! This day-to-day on an individual basis for acceptance into a activity within the community is where a WYVNYHTPUHUHS[LYUH[P]LVYTVKPÄLKMVYTH[ Note: Many courses within the program WVSPJLVMÄJLYOHZ[OLNYLH[LZ[PTWHJ[ require computer competency to complete Academic Requirements assignments. Where students lack these At Lethbridge College, we have over 30 Applicants are required to have an Alberta skills on entry, enrolment in CPU 151 years experience giving people the skills and High School Diploma or equivalent. To Introduction to Computers becomes knowledge they need to succeed in policing. ensure applicants meet the basic standards mandatory. Our practical, two-year diploma program that will give them a realistic chance in Criminal Justice will prepare you for a for success in the program, applicants ZH[PZM`PUNJHYLLYPU[OPZÄLSK are required to take placement testing. Applicants must achieve an overall 60th You will work in small classes and learn percentile ranking in reading, sentence skills, from instructors with policing experience. math and basic algebra. Emphasis is placed Our courses give you a solid introduction to on reading and sentence skills. topics including criminal law, procedural law and the introduction to the criminal justice Non-Academic Requirements system, psychology and criminology. You Applicants are required to complete a obtain hands-on experience in important questionnaire outlining their motivation areas like interviewing, report writing, note to seek entry to a career in the criminal taking, and investigative techniques. Q\Z[PJLÄLSK[OLPYZ\P[HIPSP[`MVYHJHYLLYPU criminal justice, their work experiences and We will encourage you to take advantage additional educational information. This of a wide range of practicum opportunities. questionnaire also includes a request for You can test your skills in the workplace a handwritten essay. An interview with a with practicums in policing, security, and faculty member is required. The interviewer corrections. You’ll leave the program with assesses the integrity, forthrightness and a comprehensive understanding of the sincerity of the applicant. criminal justice system and a valuable range of practical skills and abilities. If you have an Medical Requirements PU[LYLZ[PUQ\Z[PJLWVSPJPUNJV\SKIL[OLÄLSK Although no physical requirements are for you. placed on applicants for entry to the program, applicants are required to take CAREER OPPORTUNITIES a medical examination to ensure that There is a growing demand for trained their cardiovascular system is suitable to police personnel. Your diploma in Criminal undertake strenuous exercise. In addition, Justice will prepare you for a wide range of applicants are advised to undergo eyesight/ employment opportunities, including work colour vision testing for compatibility with ^P[O! the requirements of employers.

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CURRICULUM GRADUATION QuotableQuotable Upon successful completion of all requirements, students are awarded a Year I Term I Credits “The skills I have learned here are Diploma in Criminal Justice - Policing. [OVZL0RUV^0^PSSULLK[VILWYVÄJPLU[ CJP 160 Introduction to the CJ System (DL) 3 HZHWVSPJLVMÄJLY4`[PTLPU[OL CJP 161 Ethics & Interpersonal Skills Note: Employing agencies have additional Criminal Justice program was an in CJ (DL) 3 hiring requirements such as a valid driver’s absolute advantage.” CJP 170 Criminalistics 3 SPJLUZL:[HUKHYK-PYZ[(PKHUK*79 ENG 175 English Composition I (DL) 3 Learners are strongly encouraged to obtain Kevin Morrissette LAW 165 Criminal Law (DL) 3 and maintain their credentials in these areas Criminal Justice ’05 PED 153 Training & Personalized Fitness (DL) 3 [VLUZ\YLLTWSV`TLU[X\HSPÄJH[PVUZHYL 79:,MMLJ[P]L7YLZLU[H[PVU :WLLJO+3 met. 21 TRANSFERS Year I Term II Lethbridge College Graduates of the two-year Policing Diploma *17 3H^@V\[O @V\UN6MMLUKLYZ+3 may choose to enter the Bachelor of Applied *17 +P]LYZP[`0ZZ\LZPU Arts in Correctional Studies program at Criminal Justice (DL) 3 Lethbridge College. Courses are provided *17 (S[LYUH[P]L+PZW\[L9LZVS\[PVU+3 on campus or through Distributed Learning. CJP 257 Investigative Techniques 3 University of Great Falls COM175 Applied English & Communication In CJ 3 Graduates of the Criminal Justice two-year LAW 175 Procedural Law (DL) 3 diploma may receive up to two years credit SOC 160 Introduction to Sociology (DL) 3 toward a degree program at the University 21 of Great Falls, Montana. Students may complete the degree requirements through Year II Term I distance education or by attending the University of Great Falls campus. *17 5V[LIVVRZHUK9LWVY[Z Athabasca University - Bachelor of *17:WLJPÄJ*YPTLZ Professional Arts majoring in Criminal CJP 261 Selected Statutes * 3 Justice *17;YHMÄJ,UMVYJLTLU[+3 This is a four-year degree program offered in COM275 Interviewing Techniques 3 partnership with Athabasca University and PSY 160 Introduction to Psychology (DL) 3 Lethbridge College. Entrance to the degree Approved Elective 3 depends on successful completion of the 21 Criminal Justice Diploma or equivalent. The third and fourth years of the degree Year II Term II allow students to study human services and develop research skills and analytical CJP 250 Enforcement Techniques (DL) 3 skills necessary for advanced employment CJP 256 Criminal Investigation * 3 VWWVY[\UP[PLZPU[OLJYPTPUHSQ\Z[PJLÄLSKHUK *17 7VSPJL(KTPUPZ[YH[PVU or graduate studies. *17 *YPTPUVSVN`+3 *17 ,]PKLUJLHUK*V\Y[7YVJLK\YL+3 *17 *YPZPZ0U[LY]LU[PVU+3 PED 251 Self Defence and Fitness 3 23

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CJP 152 Criminal Justice Practicum I 3 CJP 252 Criminal Justice Practicum II 3 *17 0U[YV[V*VTTLYJPHS=LOPJSL Enforcement 3

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51 Culinary Careers

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES YOUR INVESTMENT Do you enjoy preparing savoury meals? Get Lethbridge College graduates are employed Program fees will vary. Fee information is on the fast track to a successful and exciting throughout Canada and abroad in a variety available in the online Calendar at vocation with our new Culinary Careers VMJ\SPUHY`VWWVY[\UP[PLZPUJS\KPUNÄUL www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. Diploma. restaurants, hotels, cruise ships, catering Please select the link to your program and JVTWHUPLZÅPNO[RP[JOLUZOVZWP[HSZ then click on “Your Investment”. With a compressed academic schedule you care homes, and convention facilities. can earn your diploma in 16 months and get Opportunities also exist to own and operate Culinary students are required to pay $10 started on your career path faster. your own restaurant or branch out into per week (subject to change) for uniform This program is designed to provide you marketing, product development, teaching cleaning. with a comprehensive, practical skill base and sales. in the concepts of professional cooking CURRICULUM and the techniques of menu creation and 9LJLU[NYHK\H[LZOH]LMV\UKLTWSV`TLU[ Credits dining room cuisine. Our hands-on approach as Executive Chefs, Sous Chefs, Head provides you with the knowledge you will Chefs, Banquet Chefs, Kitchen Managers/ COC 127 Culinary Careers Introduction 3 need to gain successful employment in the Leaders, Cooks, Teachers, Managers, C0C 131 Nutrition for Cooks 1 food service/hospitality industry. Salespeople and Meatcutters. C0C 132 Industry Work Placement 2 ** 9LZ[H\YHU[ 7YVK\J[PVU:RPSSZ Training is comprised of four 16-week ADMISSIONS C0C 134 Sweet & Savoury Techniques 22.5 ZLJ[PVUZHZMVSSV^Z! New students are accepted in late August COM 137 Communication Skills 1 0U[YVK\J[PVUHUK9LZ[H\YHU[7YVK\J[PVU HUKLHYS`1HU\HY`LHJO`LHY8\HSPÄLK *<3 +PUPUN9VVT0U[YV 4LU\+LZPNU Techniques applicants may be admitted into programs CUL 206 Luncheon A La Carte and Buffets 14 • Sweet and Savoury Techniques outside of normal intakes. Interested *<3 ,]LUPUN+PUPUN(3H*HY[L • Paid Industry Placement applicants are considered on an individual CUL 216 Gala Banquets and Ice Carving 2 +PUPUN9VVT*\PZPUL basis by the Chair for acceptance into a CUL 220 Skills Assessment and Hot Salon 2 WYVNYHTPUHUHS[LYUH[P]LVYTVKPÄLKMVYTH[ 82 >LWYV]PKLHÅL_PISLHWWYVHJO[VZ[HY[PUN KH[LZMVY`V\Y+PUPUN9VVT*\PZPUL;LYT Academic Requirements GRADUATION giving you the opportunity to derive the Applicants are required to have a minimum Upon successful completion of all program NYLH[LZ[ILULÄ[ZWVZZPISLMYVT`V\YWHPK of 65 Alberta High School credits, with a requirements, students are awarded a industry placement experience. Starting with minimum 60 percent pass mark in Math Culinary Careers Diploma. a foundation in culinary skills, sanitation and 20 Applied and Language Arts 20B, or safety, you’ll move through a comprehensive equivalent. .YHK\H[PVU9LX\PYLTLU[Z curriculum that lets you learn in a fast-paced • Attendance 90 percent environment. You’ll prepare meals for real Alternate Admission • Theory overall average customers and demonstrate your new found Alternate Admission applicants are required • Observed practical mark skills in practical exercises. to successfully complete all program pre- • Practical exam admission testing. With this combination of classroom theory Students will be required to attend and extensive hands-on experience, it’s no Non–Academic Requirements /VZWP[HSP[`9LJY\P[TLU[+H`^OLYL surprise that the Lethbridge College Culinary All students in the Culinary Careers Diploma employers from Alberta and beyond come *HYLLYZNYHK\H[LZOH]LHJOPL]LKH program must follow the sanitation, hygiene to the College to interview for summer work employment rate. and safety practices standard to the industry placements. Past students in our program and present themselves in the following have achieved 100 per cent employment. condition whenever entering any of the Summer work place locations vary from -VVK:LY]PJL3HIZ!:[\KLU[ZT\Z[ILJSLHU YLZVY[HYLHZHSVUN[OL9VJR`4V\U[HPUZ shaven (moustaches are acceptable), hair to local hotels, restaurants and catering must be clean and controlled. Students companies. wear a white uniform, apron and approved footwear. 6\Y^LLR+PUPUN9VVT*\PZPULZLJ[PVU Z[HY[ZHM[LY[OLÄYZ[^LLRVM6J[VILYHUK Medical Requirements again at the end of January each year, Applicants are required to complete a allowing resort area work schedules WLYZVUHSTLKPJHSWYVÄSLHUK[V\WKH[L[OLPY to be fully complete prior to returning immunization prior to entry into the program. to Lethbridge College. Our Culinary Applicants may be required to complete a Department has an excellent association follow-up medical at the discretion of the with over 50 employers in Alberta who have College Health Centre. regularly offered paid employment to our cooking students.

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES *LY[PÄJH[LWYVNYHTZTH`ILHJJLW[LK Choose a career that makes a difference! The prospects of employment in the Applicants lacking academic prerequisites As a Disability Service professional, you will +PZHIPSP[`:LY]PJLZÄLSKHYLL_JLSSLU[ may seek Alternate Admission, which will impact the lives of children, adults, families Lethbridge College’s Disability and involve a review of education and work and communities every day. *VTT\UP[`9LOHIPSP[H[PVUNYHK\H[LZ experience. The Alternate Admission are highly valued by human service process will require that students complete 6\YVUL`LHYJLY[PÄJH[L^PSSWYLWHYL`V\ agencies across Western Canada. Career placement testing for assessment in with a value base and the practical skills VWWVY[\UP[PLZPUJS\KL! 9LHKPUNHUK:LU[LUJL:RPSSZ(WWSPJHU[Z needed to support people as they fully seeking this process for admission are participate in community living. Our work • Vocational Support Worker strongly encouraged to contact the program based practicum courses will ensure you • Employment Training Specialist prior to application. have the skills necessary to support people • Special Needs Daycare Worker with developmental disabilities in effective • Special Education Assistant Non-Academic Requirements and respectful ways. Your education 9LZPKLU[PHS;LHT3LHKLY Applicants are advised they will be required will be grounded in values that focus on • Community Support Worker [VWYV]PKLHJ\YYLU[*YPTPUHS9LJVYK*OLJR empowerment, self-determination and 9LJYLH[PVU:WLJPHSPZ[ ILMVYLLU[LYPUN[OLÄYZ[WYHJ[PJ\TJV\YZLVM advocacy. • Assisted Living Worker the program. Depending on the placement • Behavioural Support Worker location, students may also be required Continue your education with a second • Therapy Aide to obtain an Alberta Children’s Services year of studies and graduate with a 9LOHIPSP[H[PVU7YHJ[P[PVULY 0U[LY]LU[PVU9LJVYK*OLJR:[\KLU[ZHYL diploma in Disability and Community • Advocacy and Family Liaison responsible for the costs associated with 9LOHIPSP[H[PVU,TWOHZPZPU[OLKPWSVTHPZ • Planning Facilitator these requirements. Failure to present a placed on leadership within the profession, • Speech Assistant J\YYLU[*YPTPUHS9LJVYK*OLJRVYV[OLY administrative practices, facilitation of documents may result in a practicum personal planning and the advancement of ADMISSIONS placement being unavailable to the student. inclusive communities. New on-campus students are accepted into The existence of a criminal record may [OL+PZHIPSP[`HUK*VTT\UP[`9LOHIPSP[H[PVU affect practicum placements, program Prospects for employment careers *LY[PÄJH[LWYVNYHTMVY[OL-HSS:LW[LTILY completion and employment prospects. The supporting people who live with a disability term. Students wishing to enroll for the consequences of a prior criminal conviction are excellent. Career opportunities exist Winter (January) term may take courses will be examined and discussed on an within families, inclusive education settings, in a revised curriculum based on course individual basis. community access programs, employment availability that will require an additional services, residential supports, recreation semester of study. New Distributed Learning Medical Requirements programs, and many other areas. students may be admitted into the program Applicants are encouraged to review their in the Fall, Winter or Summer (May) terms. immunization records and current state Support people where they live, learn, of health before beginning the practicum play and work. Become a graduate of the Students are accepted into the second year experiences required in the program. +PZHIPSP[`HUK*VTT\UP[`9LOHIPSP[H[PVU of the Diploma based on the completion of Applicants are advised to ensure they program and make a difference in the lives [OL+PZHIPSP[`HUK*VTT\UP[`9LOHIPSP[H[PVU possess the physical and mental/emotional of people in your community. *LY[PÄJH[LVY[OL-L[HS(SJVOVS:WLJ[Y\T attributes needed to perform many of the +PZVYKLY,K\JH[PVU*LY[PÄJH[L:[\KLU[Z duties associated with disability services. from other programs and post-secondary institutions who have completed similar YOUR INVESTMENT programs will be assessed individually for Program fees will vary. Fee information is placement in the Disability and Community available in the online Calendar at 9LOHIPSP[H[PVU+PWSVTH www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. Please select the link to your program and Academic Requirements then click on “Your Investment”. (WWSPJHU[Z[V[OL*LY[PÄJH[LWYVNYHTHYL required to have an Alberta High School Diploma or equivalent with credit in English Language Arts (ELA) 30-1 or 30-2.

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53 CURRICULUM TRANSFERS Alberta Colleges DIPLOMA Elective Courses There are some curriculum differences Students may choose any one course from the between Disability Studies programs Year I Term I Credits MVSSV^PUN! offered across the province. Transferability of courses will vary from one college to PSY 160 Introduction to Psychology (DL) 3 *640U[LYWLYZVUHS9LSH[PVUZOPWZ another. Students transferring from other Communication (DL) 3 PSY 260 Abnormal Psychology (DL) 3 Disability Studies programs taken at other HSP 150 Foundations of Human Services (DL) 2 ECE 270 Inclusion of Children with Special post-secondary institutions in Alberta will Needs (DL) 3 9:7 0U[YV[V*VTT\UP[` have transfer credit evaluated on a course- EDU 266 Sensory Impairment 3 9LOHIPSP[H[PVU+3 by-course basis. EDU 250 Speech and Language 9:7 /LHS[O*HYL 7LYZVUHS>LSSULZZ University of Calgary Development (DL) 3 9:7 6IZLY]H[PVUHUK(ZZLZZTLU[+3 Graduates may receive up to two years 9:7

CERTIFICATE GRADUATION Upon successful completion of Year Year II Term I I program requirements, students are

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW ADMISSIONS Practicum Requirements Learning through play is central to the New students are accepted into the daytime Applicants are advised they will be required healthy development of young children. At Early Childhood Education program for the [VWYV]PKLH*YPTPUHS9LJVYK*OLJRHUK Lethbridge College, we have over 20 years Fall (September) term. Students wishing to a Child and Youth Information Module of experience showing people how to use enrol for the Winter (January) term may take Check (CYIM) before entering the practicum art, music and play as key elements in early courses in a revised curriculum based on experience component of the program. JOPSKOVVKLK\JH[PVU6\YÅL_PISLVUL`LHY course availability. This admission may result The existence of a criminal record may JLY[PÄJH[LHUK[^V`LHYKPWSVTHWYVNYHTZ in a three term curriculum for the completion affect the practicum placement, program in Early Childhood Education (ECE) will give VM[OLJLY[PÄJH[L*V\YZLZHYLHSZVVWLU completion and employment prospects. The you a comprehensive introduction to child on an individual basis for part-time study. consequences of a prior criminal conviction growth, behaviour and development, as well Students completing the program through will be examined and discussed on an as development through play. You’ll also part-time study are accepted on a year- individual basis if necessary. learn about health, nutrition and safety. YV\UKIHZPZ8\HSPÄLKHWWSPJHU[ZTH`IL admitted into programs outside of normal Students are required to complete You can choose from daytime, evening/ intakes. Interested applicants are considered practicums in day care centres, nursery weekend and distributed learning courses. on an individual basis for acceptance into a schools and/or kindergartens. Every effort We encourage you to test your abilities with WYVNYHTPUHUHS[LYUH[P]LVYTVKPÄLKMVYTH[ is made to provide placements within KH`ZVMWYHJ[PJ\T^VYRMVJ\ZPUNVU Lethbridge; however some placements may children from birth to six years old. Try out Academic Requirements occur in the outlying communities. Students new practices in the ECE demonstration Applicants are required to have an Alberta who are completing practicum through program and explore your developing High School Diploma or equivalent, with a distributed learning may complete these abilities with young children in our fully minimum of 60 per cent in English Language practicums in their own communities or equipped curriculum lab. Arts (ELA) 30-1 or a minimum 65 per cent in nearby areas. ELA 30-2 and 60 per cent in Social Science 0UMHJ[`V\YJLY[PÄJH[LVYKPWSVTHPU,HYS` 30 or 33 (Psychology, Sociology or Social YOUR INVESTMENT Childhood Education will give you more than Studies). Applicants may also be required Program fees will vary. Fee information is a practical grounding in child development to achieve a minimum 60th percentile in available in the online Calendar at through play. It gives you the knowledge, 9LHKPUN*VTWYLOLUZPVU:LU[LUJL:RPSSZ www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. experience and perspective you need for an and Arithmetic sections of placement Please select the link to your program and enjoyable, successful career working with testing or equivalent. Individuals not having then click on “Your Investment”. young children who are developing typically the academic requirements can apply as or have special needs. Alternate Admission candidates.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Applicants are required to have successfully completed a one-year Early Childhood • Day Care Centres ,K\JH[PVU*LY[PÄJH[LVYLX\P]HSLU[MYVTH • Kindergartens recognized college in order to enter the Early • Nursery Schools Childhood Education Diploma • Family Day Homes program (Year II). • Schools • Toy Manufacturers Non-Academic Requirements • Parenting Centres For full-time study, applicants are required • Public Education Agencies to submit a questionnaire with background • Public Libraries information of previous work and academic 9LJYLH[PVUHS-HJPSP[PLZ experience. Applicants may be asked /VSPKH`9LZVY[Z to attend a small group interview and • Cruise Lines information session.

Health Requirements (WWSPJHU[ZT\Z[WYV]PKLHZWLJPÄJZJOLK\SL of health requirements (form provided by the Early Childhood Education program). Students are responsible for ensuring that health requirements are kept current throughout the program. Failure to do so may affect work-site based experience.

55 Early Childhood Education - Continued

CURRICULUM GRADUATION QuotableQuotable Upon successful completion of Year I requirements, students are awarded an Year I Term I Credts “I work as a day home visitor with a ,HYS`*OPSKOVVK,K\JH[PVU*LY[PÄJH[L child care agency. I chose this program Upon successful completion of the Year II ECE 155 Introduction to Early Childhood 3 because I wanted to be current in my requirements, students are awarded an Early ,*, 6IZLY]H[PVUHUK9LJVYKPUN understanding of child development ECE 162 Creative Experiences I 3 Childhood Education Diploma. and appropriate practices for working *64 0U[LYWLYZVUHS9LSH[PVUZOPWZ with young children.” Communications 3 TRANSFERS ,*, -PLSK7SHJLTLU[0 KH`Z University of Victoria Karen MacDonald, ENG 150 Composition 3 Lethbridge College’s Early Childhood 69 Early Childhood Education ’06 Education program is part of a collaborative via Distributed Learning ENG 190 Introduction to Language & [YHUZMLYHNYLLTLU[IL[^LLUÄ]L(SILY[H Literature 3 colleges and the School of Child and Youth 69HU`V[OLY,UNSPZOHIV]L[OL¸¹SL]LS Care at the University of Victoria. PSY 170 Human Development Across the “I must admit I have the best early University of Alberta Lifespan 3 childhood educators in our city and I Negotiations are currently underway with the 20 credit a great deal of that to Lethbridge University of Alberta’s Faculty of Education. College’s ECE program. The instructors University of Calgary Year I Term II are friendly, caring and knowledgeable. Negotiations are currently underway Over the past six years, some of my for Lethbridge College Early Childhood ECE 154 Guiding Children’s Behaviour 3 employees have had the opportunity Education diploma graduates to receive up ECE 156 Development Through Play 3 to go back to the College to enhance to two years credit toward the University ECE 151 Health, Nutrition & Safety 3 their knowledge and complete their of Calgary’s Bachelor of Community ECE 159 Children With Special Needs 3 diploma. It is very obvious to me how 9LOHIPSP[H[PVU+LNYLL ,*, -PLSK7SHJLTLU[00KH`Z T\JO[OL`ILULÄ[MYVT[OLZLJV\YZLZ¹ PSY 171 Child Growth and Development 3 Athabasca University Diploma graduates may receive up to 20 AHOYH-VYV\K),K+PYLJ[VY two years credit toward the Athabasca The Lethbridge Montessori School Year II Term I University’s Bachelor of Administration or Bachelor of Professional Arts - Human ECE 252 Child and Family 2 Services degrees. ECE 270 Inclusion of Children with Special Mount Royal College Needs 3 Transfer diploma graduates are eligible for ECE 262 Creative Experiences II 3 the 2nd year of the Bachelor of Applied ECE 264 Pre-school Programming 3 *OPSK:[\KPLZKLNYLLH[4V\U[9V`HS ECE 251 Diversity in ECE 2 College. ,*, -PLSK7SHJLTLU[000KH`Z 17

Year II Term II

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56 Engineering Design and Drafting Technology www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Alternate Admission applicants are required Engineering relies on the design and An Engineering Design and Drafting Diploma to achieve a minimum 60th percentile on drafting of drawings, plans, and diagrams. will prepare you for design technologist the Arithmetic, Elementary Algebra and At Lethbridge College, we have over 35 WVZP[PVUZPUHÄLSK[OH[J\YYLU[S`OHZ Sentence Skills sections of placement years experience teaching effective design LTWSV`TLU[PUHYLHZ[OH[PUJS\KL! testing or equivalent. It is strongly and drafting skills. Our practical two-year recommended that 75th percentile is diploma program in Engineering Design and • Civil Engineering Companies achieved. Drafting Technology will give you the solid • Mechanical Engineering Companies foundation you will need to build a career in • Aerospace Companies Prior Learning Assessment [OPZNYV^PUNÄLSK • Petrochemical Companies 0M`V\OH]LL_WLYPLUJL^VYRPUNPU[OPZÄLSKVM • Manufacturing Companies study, you may be eligible for Prior Learning The program provides you with a • Food Processing Companies Assessment (PLA). Please direct your comprehensive understanding of mechanical • Architectural Practices inquiries to the Chair. design & drafting, architectural/structural • All Levels of Government design & drafting, municipal design & YOUR INVESTMENT drafting, piping design & drafting, and ADMISSIONS Program fees will vary. Fee information is topographical drafting. Fundamentals in New students are accepted into the available in the online Calendar at these areas are applied with hands-on Engineering Design and Drafting Technology www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. projects using Computer-Assisted Drafting program for the Fall (September) term. Please select the link to your program and (CAD) technology. 8\HSPÄLKHWWSPJHU[ZTH`ILHKTP[[LK then click on “Your Investment”. into programs outside of normal intakes. Design and drafting expertise is Interested applicants are considered on an Students are required to lease a Lethbridge accomplished using industry standard individual basis by the Chair for acceptance College laptop as part of the e-VOLUTION software such as AutoCad. You will also PU[VHWYVNYHTPUHUHS[LYUH[P]LVYTVKPÄLK initiative. Laptop fees for students are $625 gain an understanding of engineering format. per term plus a refundable $500 deposit. fundamentals like stress analysis, strength VMTH[LYPHSZHUKÅ\PKTLJOHUPJZ;OPZ Academic Requirements background provides a solid basis for entry Applicants are required to have a minimum PU[V[OLL_JP[PUNHUKJOHSSLUNPUNÄLSKVM 50 per cent in Math 30P (Pure) or a minimum engineering design and drafting technology. of 65 per cent in Math 30A (Applied), 50 per cent in Physics 20 or 50 per cent in Science Graduates from the program are able to 30, 60 per cent in English Language Arts produce and interpret industry-quality 30-2 or English Language Arts 30-1. Basic engineering designs and plans. Your valuable understanding of computer technology technical knowledge and advanced CAD Z\JOHZ^VYKWYVJLZZPUNÄSLJVW`PUNHUK technology will open the doors to a great familiarity working in a Windows-based career. Demand for successful graduates environment is required. from the program is very high. In the past several years employment rates have been All students applying to the program at 100 per cent. may be required to write a math and science competency exam at the start of the program. Students whose scores KLTVUZ[YH[LKLÄJPLUJPLZ^PSSILHK]PZLK to consider spreading their workload over a three-year program to allow for remedial courses.

57 Engineering Design and Drafting Technology - Continued

CURRICULUM GRADUATION Upon successful completion of all program Year I Term I Credits requirements, students are awarded an Engineering Design and Drafting Technology CAD 155 Introductory AutoCAD 5 Diploma. +9- 0U[YVK\J[PVU[V+YHM[PUN CPU 150 Computers in Engineering TRANSFERS Technology 2 Athabasca University ENF 155 Properties of Engineering Materials 5 Graduates receive 60 credits towards the ENG 154 Writing for Technologists 3 Bachelor of Science (Post-Diploma) degree. MTH 149 Pre-Calculus (DL) 3 PHY 143 Applied Physics 3 :<9 3HUK:\Y]L` QuotableQuotable 30 “LCC was up-to-date with all the latest Year I Term II software and technology.”

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Year II Term III (OPTIONAL)

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW YOUR INVESTMENT Lethbridge College is a great place to study Fees vary between programs. For fee English as a Second Language (ESL). We information, please contact the English have over 30 years experience teaching ESL Language Centre at 403.320-6444 or and we teach it on a year-round basis. You LZS'SL[OIYPKNLJVSSLNLHIJH can study academic ESL for full or partial terms. More information for international students can be found on page 19. If you would like to attend Lethbridge College, we have excellent services to CURRICULUM support your time in Lethbridge. We offer ESL classes are offered for 20 hours a week. homestay accommodation and college The average class size is 16 students. We accommodation. Homestay accommodation offer beginning, intermediate and advanced lets you live with a local Canadian family levels. A variety of 1 credit electives are and experience Canadian culture directly. available in 12 hour units. College accommodation lets you live in a modern college residence building with other students.

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ADMISSIONS New students are accepted into the English as a Second Language program for the Fall (September), Winter (January) or Summer (May) terms and almost anytime during those terms.

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW ADMISSIONS YOUR INVESTMENT The assessment and restoration of the New students are usually accepted into the Program fees will vary. Fee information is environment are at the centre of industry ,U]PYVUTLU[HS(ZZLZZTLU[HUK9LZ[VYH[PVU available in the online Calendar at today. Businesses from manufacturing to two-year diploma program for the Fall term www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. oil and gas need to proactively focus on (September) only, but students wishing to Please select the link to your program and environmental control, reclamation, impact enroll in January may be accommodated. then click on “Your Investment”. assessment and environmental audits, 8\HSPÄLKHWWSPJHU[ZTH`ILHKTP[[LK not only because of their operations but into programs outside of normal intakes. Environmental Science students will be because government and society demand Interested applicants are considered on an responsible for additional fees to cover the it. Our two-year diploma in Environmental individual basis by the Chair for acceptance JVZ[VMÄLSKZ[\KPLZ (ZZLZZTLU[HUK9LZ[VYH[PVUVMMLYZH\UPX\L PU[VHWYVNYHTPUHUHS[LYUH[P]LVYTVKPÄLK mix of law, technical skills and science to format. Supplies for Field Studies prepare you for a successful career in this :[\KLU[ZVUÄLSKZ[\KPLZHYLL_WLJ[LK[V fast-growing sector. Academic Requirements provide their own equipment and supplies. Applicants to this program are required ;OPZPUJS\KLZ!^HYTZSLLWPUNIHNIHJR You’ll learn how to collect, understand, to have an Alberta High School Diploma WHJRVYK\MÅLIHNMVYNLHYHKLX\H[L interpret and manage environmental or equivalent with successful completion clothing for cold/wet weather, hiking boots, information. With courses ranging from PULHJOVM!,UNSPZO3HUN\HNL(Y[Z,3( binoculars, cooking and eating gear (may be Environmental Chemistry and Hydrogeology 30-1, Chemistry 20, Biology 20 and Math ZOHYLKMVVKÄLSKUV[LIVVRJVTWHZZHUK to Environmental Law and Contaminant 20 Applied. Applicants who do not have at hip or chest waders. In some cases, a tent Management, you’ll be ready to test your least 70 percent in ELA 30-1 and Math 20A TH`ILYLX\PYLKI\[PMZVUV[PÄJH[PVU^PSSIL UL^ZRPSSZPUV\YL_[LUZP]LÄLSKZ[\KPLZ or equivalent will be required to complete NP]LUPU[OLÄLSKZ[\KPLZVYPLU[H[PVUZ JVTWVULU[Z/HUKZVUSHIHUKÄLSK WSHJLTLU[[LZ[PUNPU9LHKPUN:LU[LUJL experience will show you how resource Skills and Basic Math. Further consideration Other Required Supplies management works in the real world. of the application will incorporate the results Available from Lethbridge College of the test. )VVRZ[VYL!3HIJVH[ZHML[`NSHZZLZ Your technical skills will include the use of +V\NSHZWYV[YHJ[VYÄLSKUV[LIVVRZ\Y]L`VYZ industry-standard software and the latest Students may be admitted without the book, 16X power hand lens, dissection kit, Geographic Information System (GIS) Chemistry requirement, but Chemistry 20 TL[YPJ[YPHUN\SHYZJHSL^P[O!!! applications. In the end, you’ll be ready to must be completed prior to registration in !!HUK!NYHK\H[PVUZ(]HPSHISL address emerging issues like regeneration of Year II, Term I. Basic computer literacy in the MYVTZWVY[PUNNVVKZOHYK^HYLZ[VYLZ!5L_\Z disturbed lands, water quality management, use of the Internet, e-mail, word processing, ;`WLVY:PS]H9HUNLYJVTWHZZ^P[O and restoring abandoned industrial sites. and fundamental processes of spreadsheets declination adjustment screw), clipboard, With a comprehensive grounding in law, is required for the student to be successful ÅVWW`KPZRZ4)VYOPNOLY<:)TLTVY` technical skills and science, what will you in this program. Students lacking these Z[PJRJOLZ[^HKLYZZJPLU[PÄJJHSJ\SH[VY do with your diploma in Environmental skills are strongly urged to complete a basic - $30 range), 12 or more coloured pencils (ZZLZZTLU[HUK9LZ[VYH[PVU&6UL[OPUN»Z computer literacy course prior to entering WLUJPSJYH`VUZIPUVJ\SHYZ ?VY MVYJLY[HPU!@V\YZRPSSZ^PSSILPUOPNO this program. ?THNUPÄJH[PVU-VYTVYLPUMVYTH[PVU demand! concerning supplies, contact Dan Slezak at Alternate Admission applicants lacking the (403) 320-3302 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES academic admission requirements will be considered on an individual basis dependent • Environmental Technologist upon obtained skills and experience. They • Environmental Technician must, however, achieve a minimum 65th • Soils Technologist WLYJLU[PSLPU9LHKPUN:LU[LUJL:RPSSZ 9LZV\YJL4HUHNLTLU[;LJOUPJPHU Arithmetic and Elementary Algebra sections • Water Survey Technologist of placement testing or equivalent. • Watershed Management Coordinator • Environmental Investigator Employers often require that students hold a • Water Quality Technologist valid Standard First Aid or Wilderness First ,U]PYVUTLU[HS(ZZLZZTLU[6MÄJLY (PK*LY[PÄJH[LHUKVYH*79*LY[PÄJH[L[V ,U]PYVUTLU[HS*VTWSPHUJL6MÄJLY be eligible for seasonal and/or permanent 7VSS\[PVU7YL]LU[PVU6MÄJLY employment. Students are encouraged 9LJSHTH[PVU;LJOUVSVNPZ[ [VVI[HPU[OLZLJLY[PÄJH[LZLP[OLYWYPVY[V LU[LYPUN[OLWYVNYHTVYK\YPUN[OLÄYZ[`LHY

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CURRICULUM :WLJPHSUV[LHIV\[ÄLSKZ[\KPLZ! TRANSFERS :[\KLU[ZHYLVMMJHTW\ZJVTWSL[PUNÄLSK Interested students can obtain further Year I Term I Credits studies during most of September and April. information on these partnerships from +\L[VZJOLK\SPUNJVUÅPJ[ZP[PZL_[YLTLS` the Environmental Science Dean or * BIO 164 Plant Taxonomy 5 KPMÄJ\S[[V[HRL@LHY0HUK@LHY00JV\YZLZ ,U]PYVUTLU[HS(ZZLZZTLU[HUK9LZ[VYH[PVU ,5. :JPLU[PÄJHUK;LJOUPJHS>YP[PUN simultaneously. Students are advised Chair. * GEO 166 Physical Geology 5 to complete all Year I courses before University of Lethbridge * BIO 163 Terrestrial Ecology 5 proceeding to Year II, and all Year II courses Graduates of the two-year diploma in STS 255 Statistical Methods 3 before enrolling in Year III courses (for ,U]PYVUTLU[HS(ZZLZZTLU[HUK9LZ[VYH[PVU 994:VPS9LZV\YJLZ YLSH[LKWVZ[KPWSVTHJLY[PÄJH[LVYKLNYLL VY9LUL^HISL9LZV\YJL4HUHNLTLU[ 26 WYVNYHTZ0U[OL-HSS[LYTÄLSKZ[\KPLZHYL receive two years credit toward a post- scheduled in September, while in the Winter diploma Bachelor of Science degree in Year I Term II [LYTÄLSKZ[\KPLZHYLZJOLK\SLKPU(WYPS Environmental Science from the U of L. Field studies schedules are dependent on Students who obtain Lethbridge College’s 994 >H[LY9LZV\YJLZ many variables and may require students Fish and Wildlife Technology Post-Diploma LAW 161 Introduction to Natural to participate on weekends or on statutory *LY[PÄJH[LHYLLSPNPISLMVYHOHSM`LHYL_[YH 9LZV\YJL3H^ OVSPKH`Z(SSWYVNYHTÄLSKZ[\KPLZHYL credit towards the degree. 994 4HWHUK(LYPHS7OV[V mandatory. University of Alberta Interpretation 5 Graduates of the two-year diploma )06 AVVSVN` GRADUATION program in Environmental Assessment * BIO 269 Aquatic Ecology 5 Upon successful completion of the program, HUK9LZ[VYH[PVUVY9LUL^HISL9LZV\YJL 25 students are awarded an Environmental Management receive two years full credit toward a post-diploma Bachelor of Science Year II Term I (ZZLZZTLU[HUK9LZ[VYH[PVU+PWSVTH degree in Environmental and Conservation CHM 270 Environmental Chemistry 4 :JPLUJLZ3HUK9LJSHTH[PVUWYVNYHT Students must meet the U of A’s entrance 994-VYLZ[4HUHNLTLU[ 994 /`KYVNLVSVN` requirements. * ENV 297 Environmental Impact Lakeland College Assessment 4 Graduates of Environmental Assessment GEO 165 Geographic Information HUK9LZ[VYH[PVUYLJLP]L[^V`LHYZJYLKP[ Systems 4 toward a Bachelor of Applied Environmental *735H[\YHS9LZV\YJL*HYLLY Management degree from Lakeland College. Enhancement 3 The fourth year of this degree is a work 25 placement. Royal Roads University Year II Term II Graduates of the Environmental Assessment HUK9LZ[VYH[PVU[^V`LHYKPWSVTHWYVNYHT 994 >H[LY8\HSP[` receive two years full credit towards a ,5= *VU[HTPUHU[4HUHNLTLU[ post-diploma Bachelor of Science degree ,5= :P[L9LZ[VYH[PVU 9LJSHTH[PVU in Environmental Science or post-diploma 9949HUNLSHUK/HIP[H[4HUHNLTLU[ Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental GEO 276 Advanced GIS 4 4HUHNLTLU[:[\KLU[ZT\Z[TLL[9V`HS LAW 265 Introduction to Environmental 9VHKZ

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Our intensive blend of theory and practical application offers you the unique mix of science and technical skills necessary to build your JHYLLY@LZ`V\»SSNL[JSHZZYVVTSLZZVUZI\[^LLUZ\YL`V\»SSHSZVZWLUK[PTLPU[OLÄLSKKLTVUZ[YH[PUN[OH[`V\JHUHWWS`[OVZLSLZZVUZPU WYHJ[PJL@V\^PSSILULÄ[MYVTZP_^LLRZVMÄLSKL_WLYPLUJLWLY`LHYHUKLUQV`[OLOHUKZVUSLHYUPUN`V\»SSYLJLP]LPU^LLRS`SHIZ

Enrol in one of the four program areas we offer and you will gain valuable experience working on real projects for real organizations and agencies. It’s the real-world application you know you want and your employer demands. Choose your area of specialization and we’ll provide the right mix of training that will include access to the hands-on labs; an introduction to the latest technology, including Geographic Information Systems and Global Positioning Systems; and the class time you need to achieve your goals.

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BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE IN CONSERVATION ENFORCEMENT Our Bachelor of Applied Science Conservation Enforcement is the only program of its kind in Canada. For complete program details, please see pags 43 & 44.

ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND RESTORATION Our two-year diploma offers a unique mix of law, technical skills and science to prepare you for a successful career in this fast-growing sector. For complete program details, please see pages 60 & 61.

RENEWABLE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT This two-year diploma program provides you with the applied science skills you’ll need to make a career in the sustainable management of UH[\YHSYLZV\YJLZ-VYJVTWSL[LWYVNYHTKL[HPSZWSLHZLZLLWHNLZ

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW Non-Academic Requirements Year II Term II (Z[OL[OPYZ[MVYWO`ZPJHSÄ[ULZZJVU[PU\LZ Applicants are advised they may be required throughout North America, so too does the [VWYV]PKLH*YPTPUHS9LJVYK*OLJR PED 252Current Trends in Fitness 3 need for Personal Trainers to accommodate before entering the practicum experience PED 259Exercise Program Design 3 the growth. They are integral to the health component of the program. PED 271Advanced Conditioning 3 HUKÄ[ULZZPUK\Z[Y` )<: :THSS)\ZPULZZ4HUHNLTLU[ Medical Requirements 7,+ 7YHJ[PJ\T00 Our new diploma program for Exercise Although no physical requirements are Elective 3 :JPLUJLZ[\KLU[ZHUK*LY[PÄLK7LYZVUHS placed on applicants for entry to the 20 Trainers has been tailored by Lethbridge program, applicants should ensure College and the Alberta Provincial Fitness through a medical examination that their Recommended Electives Unit and provides all required core requisites cardiovascular system is suitable to Students may select from the following list outlined by the Canadian Society for undertake strenuous exercise. Interviews of recommended electives. Exercise Physiology. may be requested. Contact the program for other options.

You’ll be ready to begin your career as a YOUR INVESTMENT BIO 152Physiology of Aging (DL) 3 Ä[ULZZ[YHPULYPUVULVMTHU`WVZZPISLHYLHZ Program fees will vary. Fee information is BIO 156Wellness and Health Issues 3 knowing your academic work is recognized available in the online Calendar at BUS 124 Service Based Small Business across the country. www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. Management Procedures 3 Please select the link to your program and CPU 151Intro to Computers (DL) 3 CAREER OPPORTUNTIIES then click on “Your Investment”. ENG 150Composition (DL) 3 Your Canadian Society for Exercise HUM155Ethics 3 7O`ZPVSVN`*:,7¶*LY[PÄLK7LYZVUHS 7\YZ\PUNJLY[PÄJH[PVUPUZVTLZWLJPÄJ 69.7\ISPJ9LSH[PVUZ ;YHPULY*7;KLZPNUH[PVUJLY[PÄJH[PVU^PSS courses may require an additional fee. PED 161Judo Level I 3 prepare you to work in a variety of capacities Please contact the program for details. PED 162Leisure Activities and Sports 3 ^P[OPU[OLÄ[ULZZPUK\Z[Y`PUJS\KPUN! PED 172Latin/Hip Hop/Swing Dance 3 CURRICULUM 7,+ *VHJOPUN;OLVY` • Fitness Clubs 7,+ 2PJRIV_PUNHUK-P[ULZZ • Sport Teams Year I Term I Credits PSY 177Psychology of Aging 3 • Professional Corporations PSY 255Psychology of Sports 3 • Personal Fitness Care PED 150 Exercise and Healthful Living 3 SOC 250Sociology of Sports 3 • Medical Clinics PED 160 Weight Training & Exercise (DL) 3 SOC 273Multicultural Issues 3 :JOVVSZ6\[9LHJO7YVNYHTZ BIO 160 Anatomy & Physiology I 4 • Physiotherapy Clinics ENG 156 Business Writing (DL) 3 (DL) indicates courses available through • Sport Organizations PSY 160 Introduction to Psychology (DL) 3 Distributed Learning. 9LOHIPSP[H[PVU(NLUJPLZ BIO 095 Biology 095 ** 5 /LHS[O9LZVY[:WHZ 16-21 Notes: 9LJYLH[PVU.YV\WZ .YHK\H[LZ^PSSULLKHJ\YYLU[*79HUK • Travel Industry 9LX\PYLKPM[OLZ[\KLU[KVLZUV[OH]L)PVSVN` -PYZ[(PK*LY[PÄJH[LPU[OL^VYRWSHJL0[PZ • Community Facilities 30 or equivalent. recommended that these requirements are • Senior Centres completed prior to the practicum placement Year I Term II (year one). ADMISSIONS 7,+ 9LZPZ[HUJL -P[ULZZ3LHKLYZOPW New students are accepted into the Exercise GRADUATION BIO 155 Human Nutrition 3 Science program for the Fall (September) Upon successful completion of program BIO 161 Anatomy & Physiology II 4 requirements, students are awarded an [LYT8\HSPÄLKHWWSPJHU[ZTH`ILHKTP[[LK PED 260 Biomechanics & Applied Exercise Science Diploma. into programs outside of normal intakes. Kinesiology 3 Interested applicants are considered on 7,+ 7YHJ[PJ\T0 an individual basis for acceptance into a Elective 3 *:,7*7;*LY[PÄJH[PVU[VILHYYHUNLK individually by the graduate through the WYVNYHTPUHUHS[LYUH[P]LVYTVKPÄLKMVYTH[ 19 Year II Term I Alberta Provincial Fitness Unit. For more Academic Requirements information, please contact the program. Applicants are required to have an Alberta PED 255 Exercise Physiology 3 High School Diploma or equivalent, with PED 265 Fitness Assessment 3 successful completion of English Language 7,+([OSL[PJ0UQ\YPLZHUK9LOHIPSP[H[PVU Arts 30-1 or 30-2 and Biology 30 or *640U[LYWLYZVUHS9LSH[PVUZOPWZ equivalencies. Students lacking Biology 30 Communication (DL) 3 requirements are required to complete BIO Elective 3 )PVSVN`PU[OLPYÄYZ[[LYT 15

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES CURRICULUM -HZ[WHJLKHUKMVY^HYKSVVRPUN!;OL • Fashion Consultant world of fashion draws creative inspiration • Stylist CERTIFICATE from the past to look to a dynamic future. • Assistant Designer 6\YVUL`LHYJLY[PÄJH[LHUK[^V`LHY • Production Coordinator Year I Term I Credits diploma programs in Fashion Design • Pattern Maker and Merchandising will prepare you for a • Fashion Merchandiser ACC 126 Accounting Basics 3 successful career in this exciting industry! 9L[HPS4HUHNLY 69 • Costume Designer ACC 170 Financial Accounting I 4 At Lethbridge College, you’ll be able to • Assistant Buyer COL 103 College Learning 1 tailor your learning. You choose between DES 250 History of Design 3 specializations in Apparel Design and ADMISSIONS FDM 152 Foundations of Fashion Design 3 Production or Merchandise Management. New students are accepted into the Fashion FDM 155 Textiles and Fabric Design I 3 You also choose from a wide variety of Design and Merchandising program for FDM 201 Fashion Drawing 3 elective courses to prepare you for your the Fall (September) and Winter (January) -+4 =PZ\HS4LYJOHUKPZPUN 19 or 20 chosen career. [LYTZ8\HSPÄLKHWWSPJHU[ZTH`ILHKTP[[LK into programs outside of normal intakes. We combine classroom theory and Interested applicants are considered on Year I Term II hands-on practice so you can develop an individual basis for acceptance into a a real-world understanding of the entire WYVNYHTPUHUHS[LYUH[P]LVYTVKPÄLKMVYTH[ fashion process. You’ll learn how to identify )<: :THSS)\ZPULZZ4HUHNLTLU[ FDM 101 Industrial Sewing 1 trends in the fashion industry, understand Academic Requirements FDM 153 Fashion Design Professional 3 new developments in textiles and use *LY[PÄJH[L!(WWSPJHU[ZHYLYLX\PYLK[VOH]L FDM 156 Textiles and Fabric Design II 3 industry-standard computer software. an Alberta High School Diploma with a FDM 250 Fashion History 3 minimum 50 per cent in Math 20A (Applied) PAT 265 Pattern Drafting I 6 We’ll help you apply your new found skills or Math 20P (Pure), or equivalent. 21 with our work-based practicum where you’ll L_WLYPLUJLÄYZ[OHUK[OLMHZ[WHJLVM[OL (S[LYUH[L(KTPZZPVU(K]HUJL:[HUKPUN! Choosing Your Electives fashion industry. As you develop your own Learners seeking alternate admissions/ When you’re ready for Year II of Fashion designs and create your own portfolio, advance standing to the program should Design and Merchandising, you can look you’ll be able to take advantage of our contact a Lethbridge College Advisor or forward to choosing from a list of elective personalized program structure to make Faculty Advisor who will help them develop courses. You can mix and match from the your fashion debut in our annual public an individualized learning plan. lists of electives according to your interests fashion show! HUKJHYLLYNVHSZWYV]PKLK`V\M\SÄSS[OL Note: Students are recommended to have program prerequisites when combining lists. -HZ[MVY^HYK[V`V\YM\[\YL!>P[OH computer experience equivalent to CPU 151 Electives selected outside of the Fashion comprehensive grounding in fashion theory (Introduction to Computers) prior to entering Design and Merchandising program must be and practice, a work-based practicum, a the program. approved by the program. major public fashion show and a personal portfolio, you are well on your way. With Diploma: Students wishing admission our fashion graduates working as far away to the diploma program are required to as Hong Kong, your imagination is the only have completed the Fashion Design and limit! 4LYJOHUKPZPUN*LY[PÄJH[LVYLX\P]HSLU[

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DIPLOMA GRADUATION SuccessSuccess StoryStory Students must successfully complete Year II Term I Credits 40 credits before a Fashion Design and Shelly Court, Lethbridge College 4LYJOHUKPZPUN*LY[PÄJH[LPZNYHU[LKHUK Fashion Design and Merchandising FDM 256 Factory Management 3 JYLKP[ZILMVYLH-HZOPVU+LZPNUHUK (FDM) student and Interior Design 42; 9L[HPSPUN Merchandising Diploma is granted. FDM 162 Surface Design 3 graduate, will have accessories she PAT 267 Computerized Pattern Drafting I 3 designed on store shelves in the TRANSFERS second quarter of 2007. Approved electives 10 University of Alberta 22 Students may receive 24 to 36 units of The products will be manufactured course weight towards a Bachelor of Year II Term II by Goody/Industrie, the sponsor of a Science in Human Ecology, Textiles and design competition in which Shelly was Clothing. In order to receive the total FDM 273 Apparel Production 3 one of 10 winners in North America. allowable credits stated, students must She was also offered a summer -+4 -HZOPVU7YVTV[PVU present all diploma program requirements. FDM 295 Practicum 3 PU[LYUZOPW^P[O[OLÄYT[OLVUS` The electives taken in the diploma program student to be so honoured. -+49L[HPS)\`PUN will determine the actual units of course Approved electives 10 weight (UCW) awarded within the range of 22 UCW’s noted in the agreement. OnlineOnline CCalendaralendar Year II Electives Please note information in this calendar Students focusing on Merchandise was accurate at the time of printing. Management should consider taking the MVSSV^PUNLSLJ[P]LZ! The online version of this document contains the most current information BUS 170 Introduction to Management 4 HUKPZ[OL*VSSLNL»ZVMÄJPHSJHSLUKHY )<: 6YNHUPaH[PVUHS)LOH]PV\Y BUS 269 Management Communications 3 It is available at CPU 254 Basic Desktop Publishing 3 www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca ,*5 4PJYVLJVUVTPJZ ECN 253 Macroeconomics 5 42; 0U[YVK\J[PVU[V4HYRL[PUN MKT 250 Advertising – Essentials 3 42; 9L[HPS(KTPUPZ[YH[PVU MKT 279 Applied Sales 3 42; 4HYRL[PUN3VNPZ[PJZ STS 250 Statistics 5

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There is a growing demand for support admitted into the program in the Fall, Winter Please select the link to your program and workers and caregivers who have the or Summer (May) terms. then click on “Your Investment”. knowledge and skills to support children, adults and families living with Fetal Alcohol Academic Requirements CURRICULUM :WLJ[Y\T+PZVYKLY-(:+;OPZJLY[PÄJH[LPZ Applicants are required to have an Alberta designed for current professionals and those High School Diploma or equivalent with Year I Term I Credits aspiring towards careers in education, health credit in English Language Arts (ELA) 30-1 or care, disability services, criminal justice and ELA 30-2. *64 0U[LYWLYZVUHS9LSH[PVUZOPWZ other human service areas where services to Communication (DL) 3 individuals who were exposed prenatally to Applicants lacking academic prerequisites 9:7 6IZLY]H[PVU (ZZLZZTLU[+3 alcohol are provided. may seek Alternate Admission, which will 9:7 0U[YVK\J[PVU[V*VTT\UP[` involve a review of education and work 9LOHIPSP[H[PVU+3 Course work includes topics on prevention, experience. The Alternate Admission * FAS 155 Intervention Strategies for intervention strategies, diagnosis, process will require that students complete FASD (DL) 3 behavior associated with FASD, functional WSHJLTLU[[LZ[PUNMVYHZZLZZTLU[PU9LHKPUN * FAS 150 Diagnosis of FASD (DL) 1 assessment, family support, cultural diversity, and Sentence Skills. Applicants seeking HSP 150 Foundations of Human and case management. Understanding Alternate Admission are strongly encouraged Services (DL) 2 how this developmental disability impacts to contact the program prior to application. * FAS 156 Brain and Behaviour ** 2 a person throughout their life is a primary FAS 166 Practicum I (DL) 2 focus of the curriculum. During the practicum Fast Track Option 18 courses, you will transfer your new found Applicants with a previous degree/diploma Year I Term II knowledge about FASD into practical and from an accredited post-secondary meaningful ways to support individuals, institution can be accepted into the Fetal 9:7 (WWSPLK)LOH]PV\Y(UHS`ZPZ families and communities. The practical Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Education Positive Behaviour Support (DL) 3 learning experiences can be completed program with advanced standing. 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The Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder The existence of a criminal record may Education program will transfer directly ADMISSIONS affect practicum placements, program into the second year of the Disability and New on-campus students are accepted completion and employment prospects. The *VTT\UP[`9LOHIPSP[H[PVU+PWSVTHWYVNYHT into the Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder consequences of a prior criminal conviction at Lethbridge College. Education program for the Fall (September) will be examined and discussed on an term. Students wishing to enroll for the individual basis. GRADUATION Winter (January) term may take courses Upon completion of all program in a revised curriculum based on course YOUR INVESTMENT requirements, students are awarded a availability that will require an additional Program fees will vary. Fee information is *LY[PÄJH[LPU-L[HS(SJVOVS:WLJ[Y\T semester of study. available in the online Calendar at Disorder Education.

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW CURRICULUM OnlineOnline CalendarCalendar -PYLÄNO[LYZVU[OLQVIPU3L[OIYPKNLVY Credits ZLY]PUN^P[O]VS\U[LLYÄYLKLWHY[TLU[Z Please note information in this calendar throughout southern Alberta will be attracted BUS 166 Business Law 3 was accurate at the time of printing. to this program in which they will earn BUS 170 Introduction to Management 4 a Credential of Academic Achievement. )<: 0UMVYTH[PVU4HUHNLTLU[HUK The online version of this document When completed, the program will give you Applications 3 contains the most current information HKKP[PVUHSRUV^SLKNLZWLJPÄJHSS`OVULK[V BUS 269 Management Communications 3 HUKPZ[OL*VSSLNL»ZVMÄJPHSJHSLUKHY HK]HUJL[VÄYLZLY]PJLHKTPUPZ[YH[PVU ENG 156 Business Writing (DL) 3 It is available at The courses were chosen in consultation 7S\Z[^VVM[OLMVSSV^PUN! www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca with the Lethbridge Fire Department and ACC 170 Financial Accounting I 4 NLHYLK[VJVTWSLTLU[[OLK\[PLZÄYL *(77\ISPJ9LSH[PVUZ0 administrators handle in their work. *17 *YPZPZ0U[LY]LU[PVU+3 )<: 0UK\Z[YPHS 3HIV\Y9LSH[PVUZ @V\^PSSJVTWSL[LZ[\K`PUÄ]LJVYLJV\YZLZ PSY 160 Introduction to Psychology (DL) 3 and select two electives closely related PSY 260 Abnormal Psychology (DL) 3 STS 250 Statistics 5 to your professional duties. It is a perfect 22–25 opportunity to gain the skills and knowledge you will need to advance within your (DL) indicates courses available through department. Distributed Learning. ADMISSIONS GRADUATION 5VU(JHKLTPJ9LX\PYLTLU[Z Upon Successful completion of all program Admission is restricted to First Class requirements, students will be awarded a -PYLÄNO[LYZVYHWLYZVUHWWYV]LKI`OPZOLY Credential of Academic Achievement in Fire ÄYLKLWHY[TLU[ Service Administration. YOUR INVESTMENT Program fees will vary. Fee information is available in the online Calendar at www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. Please select the link to your program and then click on “Your Investment”.

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES YOUR INVESTMENT Our intensive one-year post-diploma 6\YWVZ[KPWSVTHJLY[PÄJH[LWYVNYHT^PSS Program fees will vary. Fee information is JLY[PÄJH[LWYVNYHTPU-PZOHUK>PSKSPML prepare you for a wide range of career available in the online Calendar at Technology will give you the skills you’ll VWWVY[\UP[PLZPUJS\KPUNLTWSV`TLU[HZ! www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. need to build a career as a technician in Please select the link to your program and ^PSKSPMLÄZOLYPLZHUKUH[\YHSYLZV\YJLÄLSKZ • Biological Technician then click on “Your Investment”. • Wildlife Technician We’ll complement your degree or diploma • Fisheries Technician Students are responsible for the cost of the PU9LUL^HISL9LZV\YJL4HUHNLTLU[VY • Habitat Specialist ÄLSK[YPWZYLSH[PUN[V[OPZWYVNYHT Environmental Science with an emphasis 9LZLHYJO;LJOUPJPHU on the practical application of physical • Aquaculture Technician :[\KLU[ZVUÄLSK[YPWZHYLL_WLJ[LK[V and biological sciences. You’ll learn how • Environmental Technician provide their own equipment and supplies. [LJOUPJPHUZHWWS`ZJPLU[PÄJRUV^SLKNLPU[OL 9LZV\YJL:WLJPHSPZ[ ;OPZPUJS\KLZ!^HYTZSLLWPUNIHNNYV\UK ÄLSK>L»SSZOV^`V\OV^[V\ZLZ[H[LVM • Vegetation Specialist sheet and pad, tent (may be shared with the-art software and technology including • Associate Biologist V[OLYZ[\KLU[ZIHJRWHJRVYK\MÅLIHN Geographic Information Systems (GIS) • Assistant Biologist for gear, adequate clothing for cold/wet applications in wildlife habitat management, • Habitat Technician weather, hiking boots, binoculars, cooking Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment and eating gear (may be shared) food, in animal tracking, and the latest habitat ADMISSIONS ÄLSKUV[LIVVRJVTWHZZHUKOPWVYJOLZ[ TVKLSSPUNZVM[^HYL@V\^PSSILJVUÄKLU[ Students may be accepted into the Fish waders. Fieldwork schedules are dependent in using journals for research. You will learn and Wildlife Technology program in both on many variables and may require students [VWYVMLZZPVUHSS`WYLZLU[ZJPLU[PÄJYLWVY[Z the Fall (September) and Winter (January) to participate on weekends. All program \ZPUN[OLÄLSKKH[H`V\JVSSLJ[ [LYTZ8\HSPÄLKHWWSPJHU[ZTH`ILHKTP[[LK ÄLSK[YPWZYLX\PYLTHUKH[VY`H[[LUKHUJL-VY into programs outside of normal intakes. additional information concerning supplies, @V\»SSZWLUK[PTLPU[OLÄLSKKLTVUZ[YH[PUN Interested applicants are considered on an contact Dan Slezak at 403-320-3302. that you can apply classroom theory in individual basis by the Chair for acceptance practice. You will gain valuable experience PU[VHWYVNYHTPUHUHS[LYUH[P]LVYTVKPÄLK working on projects for real organizations format. and agencies. You can also pursue your own interests and take advantage of regular Academic Requirements opportunities to join real-world projects run Applicants to this program are required to by the provincial and federal government, OH]LH9LUL^HISL9LZV\YJL4HUHNLTLU[ NGO’s and private industry. Diploma or equivalent or a related bachelor’s KLNYLLPUHUHYLHZ\JOHZ9LZV\YJL By the end of the program, you’ll have Management, Biology, Environmental practical experience in capturing, handling Studies or similar area of study. HUKYHKPV[YHJRPUNVMÄZO^H[LYMV^S and wildlife as well as various habitat Students from other institutions should measurement, assessment and monitoring have background in ecology, wildlife skills – all through quality course work and THUHNLTLU[ÄZOLY`THUHNLTLU[THWHUK ]HS\HISLÄLSKL_WLYPLUJL;OPZWYVNYHT^PSS aerial photo interpretation, geology, botany, enhance your environmental diploma and/or zoology and statistics. Applicants are degree, increasing your marketability. You’ll required to have completed the academic realize that it has given you an exciting requirements with a minimum GPA of 2.50 career. or equivalent or permission of the Fish and Wildlife Technology Chair.

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CURRICULUM GRADUATION QuotableQuotable Upon successful completion of all program Year I Term I Credits requirements, students are awarded a “I chose the Fish and Wildlife *LY[PÄJH[LVM:WLJPHSPaH[PVUPU-PZOHUK Technology Program because of my 994 >PSKSPML*VUZLY]H[PVUHUK-PLSK Wildlife Technology. love for the environment. How many Techniques 5 Z[\KLU[ZNL[[VOHUKSLSP]LÄZOHUK 994 -PZOLYPLZ4HUHNLTLU[ TRANSFERS ^PSKSPMLPU[OLÄLSK&¹ Techniques 5 Interested students can obtain further 994 -PZO/HIP[H[4HUHNLTLU[ information on these partnerships from the Brad Hurkett 994 >PSKSPML/HIP[H[4HUHNLTLU[ Fish and Wildlife Technology Chair. Fish and Wildlife Technology Graduate ,5= 9LZLHYJO ,_WLYPTLU[HS+LZPNU University of Lethbridge ,5= 0U[LNYH[LK9LZV\YJL4HUHNLTLU[ Graduates of the Fish and Wildlife 26 ;LJOUVSVN`WVZ[KPWSVTHJLY[PÄJH[LYLJLP]L JYLKP[MVYHUHKKP[PVUHSÄ]LJV\YZLZ[V^HYK Year I Term II the Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science from the University of Lethbridge. BIO 350 Comparative Animal Biology 4 *VTWSL[PVUVM[OLJLY[PÄJH[LYLK\JLZ[OL * ENV 297 Environmental Impact Assessment4 post-diploma degree requirement from 20 994 >H[LYMV^S)PVSVN`HUK courses to 15. Management 5 University of Montana 994 -PZO*\S[\YL GEO 276 Advanced Geographic Information .YHK\H[LZVM[OL9LUL^HISL9LZV\YJL Systems 4 Management option may receive up to two ENV 355 Environmental Quality 3 years credit toward a Bachelor of Science 25 degree in Wildlife Biology (Terrestrial or Aquatic Biology options) from the University * Indicates Field Trips of Montana in Missoula, Montana. Credit depends on academic performance, :WLJPHSUV[LHIV\[ÄLSK[YPWZ!:[\KLU[ZHYL course selection and approval of course VMMJHTW\ZJVTWSL[PUNÄLSKJV\YZLZK\YPUN equivalencies by the U of M’s School of most of September and April. In the Fall Forestry. Students that obtain Lethbridge [LYTÄLSK[YPWZHYLPU:LW[LTILY^OPSLPU College’s Fish and Wildlife Technology post- [OL>PU[LY[LYTÄLSK[YPWZHYLZJOLK\SLKPU KPWSVTHJLY[PÄJH[LTH`ILLSPNPISLMVYL_[YH April. credit. University of Northern British Columbia .YHK\H[LZVM[OL9LUL^HISL9LZV\YJL Management Diploma may receive up to 1.5 years credit toward a Bachelor of Science PU5H[\YHS9LZV\YJL4HUHNLTLU[MYVT[OL University of Northern British Columbia. Credit depends on academic performance, course selection and approval of course equivalencies by the program leader of Forestry for degree specializations (Forestry, -PZOLYPLZ>PSKSPMLHUK6\[KVVY9LJYLH[PVU Students that obtain the Fish and Wildlife ;LJOUVSVN`WVZ[KPWSVTHJLY[PÄJH[LHYL eligible for extra credit.

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW ADMISSIONS Industry Suitability If you love video games and dream of not (JHKLTPJ9LX\PYLTLU[Z Prospective students should be aware of just playing them but actually creating new Students will be accepted into the [OLMVSSV^PUNQVIYLSH[LKWO`ZPJHSKLTHUKZ! and exciting games, maybe it’s time to turn *LY[PÄJH[LVM:WLJPHSPaH[PVUPU.HTLZ standing or sitting for long periods of time; that passion into a dynamic new career. Our Programming in September of each year intense visual concentration; ability to type UL^*LY[PÄJH[LVM:WLJPHSPaH[PVUPU.HTLZ NP]LU[OLMVSSV^PUNHKTPZZPVUYLX\PYLTLU[Z! and use a mouse (repetitive movements); Programming is the only program of its kind some lifting and carrying. on the Prairies that can open the doors to Students who have completed a Computer the video game industry for you. Information Technology (CIT) diploma from YOUR INVESTMENT Lethbridge College with a minimum GPA of Program fees will vary. Fee information is The games industry is fascinating and 2.5 out of 4.0 will be accepted directly into available in the online Calendar at broad, requiring both technical and artistic the program. www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. expertise. Our program focuses on video Students who have completed a Computer Please select the link to your program and game programming – everything that goes Information Technology related diploma from then click on “Your Investment”. on behind the art, story telling and character a Canadian Information Processing Society creation. (CIPS) accredited program with a minimum CURRICULUM GPA of 2.5 out of 4.0 will be accepted Your instructors will share an expertise directly into the program. Year I Term I Credits with you that they have gained by working in the game development and software Students who have completed a B.SC. in .4A+.YHWOPJ7YVNYHTTPUN engineering industries. You will program Computer Science with a minimum GPA of .4A ,U[YLWYLUL\YZOPWHUK.HTL+LZPNU games using powerful industry tools, 2.5 out of 4.0 will be accepted directly into .4A(SNVYP[OTZHUK+H[H7H[[LYUZ SLHYUPUNOV^[VLMÄJPLU[S`\ZL+NYHWOPJZ the program. .4A:JYPW[PUN3HUN\HNLMVY audio and video in specialized labs. You’ll Game Engines 5 learn how to network games together to Students with related credentials will be MTH 351 Math for Games Programming 3 play with your friends, learn how the game accepted into the program after having 17 design process works and, through practical been assessed on an individual basis to examples, build your gaming repertoire. determine whether they are required to take Year I Term II bridging courses. A minimum GPA of 2.5 Begin by taking our two-year Computer out of 4.0 or equivalent or permission of the .4A+.YHWOPJ7YVNYHTTPUN Information Technology (CIT) diploma Chair is required for admission. .4A5L[^VYR7YVNYHTTPUNMVY.HTLZ program (or equivalent – see Academic .4A7VY[MVSPV7YVQLJ[+L]LSVWTLU[ 9LX\PYLTLU[Z^OLYL`V\^PSSSLHYU[V Bridging Courses .4A.HTL+L]LSVWTLU[06 manage and build information systems. Students required to take bridging courses Input & Sound 3 You’ll work in small teams, tackling hands- ^PSSILLUYVSSLKPU[OLMVSSV^PUN[^V[LYTZ! .4A7O`ZPJZ7YVNYHTTPUN on projects ranging from trouble-shooting 19 hardware to software development, Fall Term Credits networking, web development, e-commerce, GRADUATION games programming and information )<: :JOLK\SPUN4HUHNLTLU[ Upon successful completion of all program systems management. You’ll balance CIT 152 Computer Hardware Maintenance 3 requirements, students are awarded a these technology skills with course work CIT 154 Programming in C (DL) 5 *LY[PÄJH[LVM:WLJPHSPaH[PVUPU.HTLZ on business and communications and CIT 157 HTML and Web Publishing 3 Programming. demonstrate your abilities in practical MTH152 Mathematics for CIT 3 projects for real-life clients. 17

Once you’ve earned a CIT diploma, you’re Winter Term YLHK`[VZWLUKHÄUHS`LHYLHYUPUN`V\Y *LY[PÄJH[LVM:WLJPHSPaH[PVUPU.HTLZ CIT 151 Intro to Games Design 3 Programming. *0; 0U[YV[V5L[^VYRPUN CIT 156 Programming with C++ 4 The great thing about our program is its CIT 163 Database Management Systems (DL) 4 15 ÅL_PIPSP[`3LHYULYZMYVTV[OLYJVSSLNLZ and universities who don’t have a CIT IHJRNYV\UKJHUZ[PSSLU[LYV\Y*LY[PÄJH[L of Specialization program. A diploma or degree in any discipline will be considered for advance credit. For example, if you already have a Business Administration +PWSVTH`V\JV\SKLHYU[OPZ*LY[PÄJH[LVM Specialization in only two years!

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW ADMISSIONS CURRICULUM Tell us where you want to go, and we’ll help Students are accepted into the General *VYLHYLH!HTPUPT\TVMJYLKP[ZMYVTLHJO you get there! General Studies at Lethbridge Studies program for the Fall (September), of the following areas from the School of College offers you choices – choices about Winter (January) or Summer (May) terms. Liberal Arts and School of Natural Sciences what you want to learn and what you want MVYHTPUPT\TVMJYLKP[Z! to do. Academic Requirements Applicants are required to have an Alberta Personal Skills: General Studies provides learners with a High School Diploma or equivalent. CPL 150 Service Learning 3 broadly based liberal arts foundation in a Applicants may be required to take *640U[LYWLYZVUHS9LSH[PVUZ supportive, personalized environment with admission placement testing and are Communications 3 LU[O\ZPHZ[PJX\HSPÄLKPUZ[Y\J[VYZ3L[\Z expected to achieve a minimum 60th *64/LSWPUN9LSH[PVUZOPWZ+3 help you develop your interests and skills WLYJLU[PSLPU9LHKPUNHUK:LU[LUJL:RPSSZ CPU 151 Introduction to Computers (DL) 3 across a wide variety of topics within the and a minimum 50th percentile in Arithmetic CPU 251 Computer Applications (DL) 3 Humanities, Sciences, Social Sciences, and Elementary Algebra. Assessment may PED 150 Exercise and Healthful Living 3 English and Physical Education. By be waived in individual cases. PED 153 Training & Personalized Fitness (DL) 3 developing analytical and communication PED 157 Health, Wellness and Fitness (DL) 3 PED 160 Weight Training and Exercise (DL) 3 ZRPSSZJP[PaLUZOPW]PY[\LZHUKHZJPLU[PÄJ Alternate Admission understanding of society, General Studies If students complete placement testing and PED 161 Judo Level I 3 PED 162 Intro to Leisure Activities & Sports 3 graduates are well positioned for success in HYLMV\UK[VILKLÄJPLU[PU[^VVYTVYL PED 170 Volleyball 3 employment and for lifelong learning. HYLHZ9LHKPUN:LU[LUJL:RPSSZ(YP[OTL[PJ PED 172 Latin/Hip Hop/Swing Dance 3 or Elementary Algebra), they may be PED 173 Basketball 3 Students can pursue either a General accepted in an alternate admission format. PED 174 Soccer 3 Studies Diploma, choosing from a more Learners seeking alternate admissions/ 7,+ *VHJOPUN;OLVY` eclectic mix of courses to complete their advance standing to the program should 7,+ 9LZPZ[HUJL -P[ULZZ3LHKLYZOPW diploma, or a General Studies Diploma in contact a Lethbridge College Advisor/ 7,+ 2PJRIV_PUN -P[ULZZ VULVMMV\YTHQVYZ! Program Chair who will help them develop 7,+ 1\KV3L]LS00 • Canadian Studies an individualized learning plan. 79: :WLLJO+3 • Cultural Studies • English YOUR INVESTMENT Social Sciences: • Psychology and Sociology Program fees will vary. Fee information is HIS 165 Contemporary Canadian History 4 available in the online Calendar at HIS 170 Western Civilization 3 General Studies is designed to provide www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. HIS 265 Canadian History 3 learners with vocational clarity and will Please select the link to your program and HIS 270 American History 3 prepare you for a career, transfer to another then click on “Your Investment”. PSC 150 Local Government 3 college or university program, or other PSC 161 Introduction to Politics 3 learning opportunities. Our applied research .,5,9(3:;<+0,:+07364( PSC 165 Canadian Government 3 and service learning options provide you Students wishing to qualify for a General PSC 250 Parties & Elections 3 with the opportunity to gain valuable work- Studies Diploma must successfully complete PSC 270 North American Politics & based experience that will enhance your JYLKP[ZHJJVYKPUN[V[OLMVSSV^PUN! Economics 3 skills and resume. *VYL(YLH!HTPUPT\TVMJYLKP[Z PSY 160 Introduction to Psychology (DL) 3 PSY 170 Human Development Across ,SLJ[P]LZ!HU`V[OLYWVZ[ZLJVUKHY` Lifespan (DL) 3 General Studies offers a solid foundation for courses to bring total to 60 credits PSY 171 Child Growth & Development (DL) 3 learning for life. With choices ranging from • Suggested courses are listed below; other PSY 177 Psychology of Aging (DL) 3 single courses to full diploma programs, approved courses may also be used PSY 179 Adolescent Development 3 `V\»SSÄUK[OH[.LULYHS:[\KPLZVMMLYZHNYLH[ PSY 253 Child Psychopathology 3 building block for your future! PSY 255 Psychology of Sports 3 PSY 260 Abnormal Psychology (DL) 3 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES PSY 270 Introduction to Personality Theory 3 Start here, go anywhere! General Studies PSY 275 Introduction to Forensic Psychology 3 provides the learner with foundational skills PSY 277 Addictions Treatment 3 that transfer easily to a wide variety of SOC 153 Introduction to Women’s Studies 3 careers and academic programs ranging SOC 160 Introduction to Sociology (DL) 3 from social scientists to teachers, from SOC 167 Sociology of Aging 3 business entrepreneurs to nurses, and SOC 170 Introduction to Social Work 3 much, much more. SOC 250 Sociology of Sports 3 SOC 260 Social Problems 3 SOC 270 Sociology of the Family 3 SOC 276 Sexuality 3 :;: :VJPHS:JPLUJL9LZLHYJO4L[OVKZ

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Sciences: General Studies Initiative: *(5(+0(5:;<+0,:4(169 BIO 150 Cellular Basis of Life 5 These pre-program courses may be taken The interdisciplinary major in Canadian BIO 151 Environmental Issues 3 for personal development or as an alternate Studies provides learners with a broad BIO 152 Physiology of Aging (DL) 3 admission into General Studies. These knowledge and understanding of the liberal BIO 155 Human Nutrition 3 courses must be completed by initiative arts core curriculum as applied to Canada BIO 156 Wellness & Health Issues 3 students, but credits received do not count and its place in the world, and citizenship BIO 157 Diversity of Life 5 towards the General Studies Diploma. skills. Learners will gain knowledge in the BIO 160 Anatomy & Physiology I 4 disciplines of history, politics and literature, BIO 161 Anatomy & Physiology II 4 COL 101 College Success 3 by considering the diversity of the Canadian BIO 162 Microbiology 4 COL 120 General Studies Initiative 1 experience and the linkages between BIO 170 Body Structure and Function 5 ENG 101 Basic Composition 3 citizens and state institutions. The program BIO 270 Forensic Biology 4 9+.(UHS`[PJHS9LHKPUN will focus on skill development and lifelong CHM 151 Chemistry in Context 3 MTH 102 Basic Mathematics 3 learning by creating a foundation of literacy, MTH 149 Pre-Calculus (DL) 3 numeracy, and citizenship skills. Further, the MTH 156 Techniques of Calculus 5 various methodologies used in liberal arts MTH 160 Calculus I 3 GENERAL STUDIES DIPLOMA disciplines will develop highly valued critical MTH 165 Calculus II 3 thinking, evaluation, research and analytical PED 255 Exercise Physiology 3 LIBERAL ARTS MAJORS skills. 7,+ ([OSL[PJ0UQ\YPLZ 9LOHIPSP[H[PVU • Canadian Studies PED 260 Biomechanics & Applied • Cultural Studies Kinesiology 3 • English Canadian Studies Curriculum (60 credits) • Psychology and Sociology Year I Term I Credits Humanities: (9; (Y[,_WSVYH[PVUZ ENG 150 Composition 3 (9; 7HPU[PUN0 PSC 161 Introduction to Politics 3 (9; :J\SW[\YL0 PSY 160 Introduction to Psychology 3 DES 153 Basic Design 3 PSC 165 Canadian Government 3 HUM 150 Logic 3 79: :WLLJO HUM 155 Ethics 3 15 /<4 *YLH[P]L7YVISLT:VS]PUN HUM 160 Ancient Civilizations 3 Year I Term II /<4 0U[YV[V>VYSK9LSPNPVUZ HUM 190 Popular Culture 3 BIO 151 Environmental Issues 3 HUM 195 Cultural Anthropology 3 HIS 170 Western Civilization 3 /<4 *OYPZ[PHUP[` SOC 160 Introduction to Sociology 3 /<4 )\KKOPZT HIS 265 Canadian History 3 HUM 291 Film Studies 3 ,5. :\Y]L`VM*HUHKPHU3P[LYH[\YL HUM 295 Anthropology of Gender 3 15 MUS 150 Music Appreciation 3 Year II Term I NAT 151 Blackfoot Language I 3 NAT 155 Native Cultural Awareness 3 :;: :VJPHS:JPLUJL9LZLHYJO4L[OVKZ NAT 251 Blackfoot Language II 3 HIS 270 American History 3 HUM 155 Ethics 3 English: Approved Elective 3 ENG 150 Composition (DL) 3 Approved Elective 3 ENG 156 Business Writing (DL) 3 15 ,5. :\Y]L`VM*HUHKPHU3P[LYH[\YL ENG 190 Intro to Language & Literature 3 Year II Term II ENG 260 Intro to Dramatic Literature 3 ,5. *OPSKYLU»Z3P[LYH[\YL+3 PSC 250 Parties and Elections 3 HUM 152 Introduction to Creative Writing 3 PSC 270 North American Politics and Economics 3 Electives: HUM 190 Popular Culture 3 Any other post-secondary courses to bring total Approved Elective 3 to 60 credits. Approved Elective 3 15 (DL) indicates courses available through Distributed Learning.

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*<3;<9(3:;<+0,:4(169 ,5.30:/4(169 7:@*/636.@(5+:6*0636.@4(169 Cultural Studies combines elements of Written communication is a key component The study of psychology and sociology social sciences with elements of humanities of all academic inquiry, regardless of are core elements of a liberal arts post- to study the culture and meaning of discipline. The English major equips secondary education. Psychology and everyday life and the social, economic, students with an array of tools for English sociology courses give students a working political, and linguistic practices of post- expression, providing them a distinctive knowledge of the major disciplines and industrialized societies and how these advantage in both their present and methods of inquiry in the social sciences. cultural phenomena relate to matters of future academic endeavours. Written Students develop a sense of historical gender, race, ideology, power and social communication is also a key component perspective and deepen their understanding class. Culture is seen as an inclusive term in the affairs of business, government, law, of their own and other people’s historical that includes traditional “texts” such as education, and science. Therefore, the tools and cultural heritage. Students explore books, modern popular “texts” such as acquired in the English major are also of a vast array of topics, from the intricate television shows, music, advertising, and considerable value beyond the academy. workings of the human mind to the complex patterns of consumption (shopping, eating, Finally, through the study of various literary social interactions at a family and societal fashion, etc.), and abstract concepts such genres and the literature of various historical level. As part of a foundation for other as language and beliefs and the surrounding periods, the English major develops educational disciplines, this major will help institutions that shape our everyday, popular the critical thinking skills and creativity students understand topics such as culture, lives. Cultural Studies is multidisciplinary in necessary for understanding the global race, religion, sex and gender, deviance and approach embracing a number of different phenomenon that is English culture. crime, and how individuals within society disciplines and a variety of methodologies. come to understand their roles. English Curriculum (60 Credits) Cultural Studies Curriculum (60 credits) Year I Term I Credit Psychology and Sociology Curriculum Year I Term I Credits (60 Credits) ENG 150 Composition 3 Year I Term I Credit ENG 150 Composition 3 PSC 161 Introduction to Politics 3 PSC 161 Introduction to Politics 3 PSY 160 Introduction to Psychology 3 ENG 150 Composition 3 PSY 160 Introduction to Psychology 3 ENG 190 Introduction to Language & PSC 161 Introduction to Politics 3 HUM 195 Cultural Anthropology 3 Literature 3 PSY 160 Introduction to Psychology 3 /<4 0U[YVK\J[PVU[V>VYSK9LSPNPVUZ HUM 150 Logic 3 SOC 167 Sociology of Aging 3 15 15 PSY 170 Human Development 3 15 Year I Term II Year I Term II Year I Term II BIO 151 Environmental Issues 3 BIO 151 Environmental Issues 3 HIS 170 Western Civilization 3 HIS 170 Western Civilization 3 BIO 151 Environmental Issues 3 SOC 160 Introduction to Sociology 3 SOC 160 Introduction to Sociology 3 HIS 170 Western Civilization 3 HUM 190 Popular Culture 3 ,5. :\Y]L`VM*HUHKPHU3P[LYH[\YL SOC 160 Introduction to Sociology 3 ,5. *OPSKYLU»Z3P[LYH[\YL HUM 152 Creative Writing 3 ENG 190 Introduction to Language & Or 15 Literature 3 ,5. :\Y]L`VM*HUHKPHU3P[LYH[\YL PSY 277 Addictions Treatment 3 Or Year II Term I 15 ENG 260 Introduction to Dramatic Literature 3 15 *640U[LYWLYZVUHS9LSH[PVUZOPWZ Year II Term I HIS 270 American History 3 Year II Term I HIS 265 Canadian History 3 SOC 270 Sociology of the Family 3 Approved Elective 3 PSY 260 Abnormal Psychology 3 ENG 190 Intro to Language & Literature 3 Approved Elective 3 PSY 270 Introduction to Personality Theory 3 HUM 295 Anthropology of Gender 3 15 Approved Elective 3 :;: :VJPHS:JPLUJL9LZLHYJO4L[OVKZ Approved Elective 3 Approved Elective 3 Year II Term II 15 Approved Elective 3 15 ,5. *OPSKYLU»Z3P[LYH[\YL Year II Term II Year II Term II ENG 260 Introduction to Dramatic Literature 3 HUM 190 Popular Culture 3 PSY 253 Child Psychopathology 3 /<4 *OYPZ[PHUP[` Approved Elective 3 :;: :VJPHS:JPLUJL9LZLHYJO4L[OVKZ Or Approved Elective 3 SOC 260 Social Problems 3 /<4 )\KKOPZT 15 Approved Elective 3 HUM 291 Film Studies 3 Approved Elective 3 SOC 260 Social Problems 3 15 Or SOC 270 Sociology of the Family 3 Or SOC 276 Sexuality 3 Approved Elective 3 Approved Elective 3 15

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General Studies – Liberal Arts Majors Other post-secondary courses, open QuotableQuotable Approved Electives to General Studies students, may be considered. “General Studies is a great way (9; (Y[,_WSVYH[PVUZ to explore different subject matter (9; :J\SW[\YL TRANSFERS without having to commit to any one BIO 150 Cellular Basis of Life 5 Athabasca University area. The College offers an extensive BIO 152 Physiology of Aging 3 Students completing the General Studies BIO 155 Human Nutrition 3 selection of transferable courses to Diploma at Lethbridge Community College help further your education.” BIO 156 Wellness and Health Issues 3 may receive two years credit towards a BIO 157 Diversity of Life 5 three-year Bachelor of General Studies CHM 151 Chemistry in Context 3 Amy Fisher, - Arts and Science or Bachelor of General General Studies *640U[LYWLYZVUHS9LSH[PVUZOPWZ Studies – Applied Studies from Athabasca Communication 3 University. It may be possible to complete *64/LSWPUN9LSH[PVUZOPWZ the degree on-site at Lethbridge College . CPU 151 Introduction to Computers 3 CPU 251 Computer Applications 3 Students wishing to pursue this degree are DES 153 Basic Design 3 strongly advised to work closely with an ,5. :\Y]L`VM*HUHKPHU3P[LYH[\YL Academic Advisor to plan their educational ENG 190 Introduction to Language & program prior to registering in any courses. Literature 3 Other Colleges and Universities ENG 260 Introduction to Dramatic Literature 3 Many of the courses offered in General ,5. *OPSKYLU»Z3P[LYH[\YL Studies are transferable to a wide variety of HIS 265 Canadian History 3 institutions and programs across Alberta, HIS 270 American History 3 Canada and internationally. Although HUM 150 Logic 3 advance credit is ultimately determined by HUM 152 Creative Writing 3 the receiving institution, it may be possible HUM 155 Ethics 3 for you to start your post-secondary HUM 160 Ancient Civilizations 3 educational program in General Studies /<4 0U[YVK\J[PVU[V>VYSK9LSPNPVUZ at Lethbridge College. Please make an HUM 190 Popular Culture 3 appointment to speak with an Academic HUM 195 Cultural Anthropology 3 Advisor at Lethbridge College if you wish to /<4 *OYPZ[PHUP[` pursue this option. /<4 )\KKOPZT HUM 291 Film Studies 3 HUM 295 Anthropology of Gender 3 MUS 150 Music Appreciation 3 NAT 151 Blackfoot Language I 3 NAT 155 Native Cultural Awareness 3 NAT 251 Blackfoot Language II 3 PED 155 Applied Anatomy & Kinesiology 6 7,+ *VHJOPUN;OLVY` 7,+ 9LZPZ[HUJL -P[ULZZ3LHKLYZOPW 79: :WLLJO PSC 150 Local Government 3 PSC 165 Canadian Government 3 PSC 250 Parties and Elections 3 PSC 270 North American Politics and Economics 3 PSY 170 Human Development 3 PSY 177 Psychology of Aging 3 PSY 179 Adolescent Development 3 PSY 253 Child Psychopathology 3 PSY 260 Abnormal Psychology 3 PSY 270 Introduction to Personality Theory 3 PSY 275 Introduction to Forensic Psychology 3 PSY 277 Addictions Treatment 3 SOC 167 Sociology of Aging 3 SOC 170 Introduction to Social Work 3 SOC 260 Social Problems 3 SOC 270 Sociology of the Family 3 SOC 276 Sexuality 3 :;: :VJPHS:JPLUJL9LZLHYJO4L[OVKZ 3

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Alternate Admission Geomatics is the practice of gathering Graduates of our diploma program in Applicants are required to achieve a and interpreting spatial information Geomatics Engineering Technology minimum 60th percentile on the Arithmetic, about the physical environment. It brings traditionally enjoy a 100 per cent Elementary Algebra and Sentence Skills together surveying and mapping with employment rate. Geomatics practitioners sections of placement testing or equivalent. new technologies like Global Positioning are in demand in a wide range of areas, It is strongly recommended that the 75th Systems (GPS) and Geographic Information PUJS\KPUN! percentile is achieved. Systems (GIS). Our practical two-year diploma in Geomatics Engineering • Environmental Consultancies Prior Learning Assessment Technology will prepare you to be a part of 5H[\YHS9LZV\YJL*VTWHUPLZ If you have experience working in this [OPZYHWPKS`NYV^PUNÄLSK¶^P[ONYLH[QVIZ • Municipal Government ÄLSKVMZ[\K``V\TH`ILLSPNPISLMVY7YPVY in areas ranging from surveying and land • Provincial Government Learning Assessment (PLA). Please direct management to law enforcement and the • Federal Government your inquiries to the Chair. armed forces. • Law Enforcement Agencies • Surveying Companies YOUR INVESTMENT At Lethbridge College, you’ll work in small • Engineering Companies Program fees will vary. Fee information is classes taught by award-winning industry • Agricultural Companies available in the online Calendar at experts. Using hands-on exercises, we will • Aerospace Companies www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. introduce you to surveying, mapping and • Defence Contractors Please select the link to your program and data collection techniques. You learn how • Military Organizations then click on “Your Investment”. to interpret aerial and satellite photographs using industry-standard remote sensing ADMISSIONS Students are required to lease a Lethbridge ZVM[^HYL@V\»SSHSZVKVÄLSK^VYR\ZPUN New students are accepted into the College laptop as part of the e-VOLUTION survey-grade GPS equipment and become Geomatics program in the Fall (September) initiative. Laptop fees for students are $625 an expert in the use of leading-edge GIS [LYTVUS`8\HSPÄLKHWWSPJHU[ZTH`IL per term plus a refundable $500 deposit. software applications like ArcView. admitted into programs outside of normal intakes. Interested applicants are considered We’ll make certain you have plenty of on an individual basis by the Chair for opportunity to demonstrate your abilities acceptance into a program in an alternative PU[OLÄLSK@V\»SS^VYRPUZTHSS[LHTZ VYTVKPÄLKMVYTH[ on projects that simulate the real-world demands of surveying, mapping and Academic Requirements interpreting the relationship between Applicants are required to have a minimum different aspects of the physical 50 per cent in Math 30P (Pure) or a minimum environment. of 65 per cent in Math 30A (Applied), 50 per cent in Physics 20 or 50 per cent in Science With your diploma in Geomatics Engineering 30, 60 per cent in English Language Arts Technology, you can take your valuable 30-2 or English Language Arts 30-1. Basic combination of technical knowledge, understanding of computer technology interpretative skills and hands-on experience Z\JOHZ^VYKWYVJLZZPUNJVW`PUNÄSLZHUK into the workplace. Or you can choose to familiarity working in a Windows-based continue your studies by transferring into environment is required. the University of Lethbridge’s degree in Geographical Information Science. One All students applying to the program thing is for sure; with a virtually 100 per cent may be required to write a math and employment rate for our graduates, your science competency exam at the start geomatics expertise will be in high demand! of the program. Students whose scores KLTVUZ[YH[LKLÄJPLUJPLZ^PSSILHK]PZLK to consider spreading their work load over a three-year program to allow for remedial courses.

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CURRICULUM GRADUATION QuotableQuotable Upon successful completion of all program requirements, students are awarded a Year I Term I Credits “The transfer agreement LCC has Geomatics Engineering Technology Diploma. with the University of Lethbridge CAD 155 Introductory AutoCAD 5 was one of the reasons I entered +9- 0U[YVK\J[PVU[V+YHM[PUN TRANSFERS the Geomatics program. It gave me CPU 150 Computers in Engineering Lethbridge College options.” Technology 2 A graduate of the Geomatics Engineering ENG 154 Writing for Technologists 3 Technology program may gain a second Aaron Glover GEO 150 Geographical Science 5 diploma in Civil Engineering Technology MTH 149 Pre-Calculus (DL) 3 Geomatics Engineering or Engineering, Design and Drafting Technology ’06 PHY 143 Applied Physics 3 Technology with one additional year of study :<93HUK:\Y]L` (course schedule permitting). 30 University of Lethbridge With a 2+2 agreement with the University Year I Term II OnlineOnline CalendarCalendar of Lethbridge, Lethbridge College graduate CAD 250 Advanced CAD 4 students in the Geomatics Engineering COM 265 Technical Presentations 3 Please note information in this calendar Technology program may obtain a post- *65 *VU[YHJ[Z:WLJPÄJH[PVUZ was accurate at the time of printing. diploma bachelor’s degree in Geographical Inspections 4 GEO 160 Map Interpretation 3 Information Sciences. The online version of this document .,69LTV[L:LUZPUN contains the most current information .,6 .LVKLZ` HUKPZ[OL*VSSLNL»ZVMÄJPHSJHSLUKHY GEO 155 Data Sources & Information Management 2 It is available at MTH 160 Calculus I 3 www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca STS 255 Statistical Methods 3 :<9:\Y]L`(WWSPJH[PVUZ 30

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW Academic Requirements YOUR INVESTMENT By helping people in their own home, Applicants are required to have an Alberta Program fees will vary. Fee information is home care workers improve quality of life, High School Grade 11 or equivalent. It available in the online Calendar at ensure safety for patients and have a lasting must include English Language Arts (ELA) www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. PUÅ\LUJLPUZVTLVUL»ZSPML6\YMHZ[[YHJR 20-1/20-2 and Math 10 at a 50 percent Please select the link to your program and and intensive 20-week Health Care Aide level. Canadian Academic Achievement test then click on “Your Investment”. Training Program will give you the skills you *(;SL]LS PZHUHJJLW[HISLLX\P]HSLU[MVY ULLK[VZ[HY[^VYRPU[OPZZH[PZM`PUNÄLSK admission. CURRICULUM Credits Working in small classes with direct Non-Academic Requirements Applicants should have expressed an instructor contact, you’ll develop a practical *640U[LYWLYZVUHS9LSH[PVUZOPWZHUK understanding of topics ranging from interest in working with the elderly and Communications (DL) 3 ÄYZ[HPKHUKOV\ZLOVSKTHUHNLTLU[[V mentally or physically challenged persons. ENG 142 English for Allied Health & Wellness 3 health maintenance and the psychology of Applicants are advised they will be FAD 150 Safety Oriented First Aid everyday life. Then you’ll test your skills and required to provide a Criminal record check HUK*79 abilities in a six-week practicum. before entering the practicum experience PCA 147 Household Management and component of the program. The existence of Community Awareness 4 After only 20 weeks, you’ll be employable in a criminal record may affect the practicum 7*( 7YHJ[PJ\T^LLRZ this rapidly growing industry and you’ll have placement, program completion, and PCA 164 Health Maintenance I 5 a Credential of Academic Achievement that employment prospects. The consequences PCA 165 Health Maintenance II 4 WYV]LZ`V\YX\HSPÄJH[PVU)YPUN`V\YJHYPUN of a prior criminal conviction will be PSY 140 Psychology for Everyday Life 3 nature and capabilities into an industry that examined and discussed on an individual 27 needs you. Become a Health Care Aide basis. Cost of the Criminal record check is Training through Lethbridge College’s high- approximately $55. (DL) indicates courses available through quality program. Distance Learning. Health Requirements CAREER OPPORTUNITIES (WWSPJHU[ZT\Z[WYV]PKLHZWLJPÄJZJOLK\SL GRADUATION Our Health Care Aide Training program of health requirements (form provided by Upon successful completion of all the X\HSPÄLZ`V\MVYLU[Y`SL]LSWVZP[PVUZHZH the Health Care Aide Training program). program requirements, students will Health Care Aide/Home Care Worker in a Students are responsible for ensuring be awarded a Credential of Academic ^PKLYHUNLVMÄLSKZPUJS\KPUN! that health requirements are kept current Achievement in Health Care Aide Training. throughout the program. Failure to do so • Long-Term Care Facilities may affect work-site based experience. • Family Service Agencies • Private Home Care Agencies Applicants must possess the ability to • Assisted Living Facilities perform the physical and mental/emotional • Community Home Care Agencies duties of the Health Care Aide Training Program. Applicants may be required to ADMISSIONS provide a physician’s medical report at the New students are accepted in the Health request of the program and/or have an Care Aide Training Program for the Fall assessment at the work site to determine (September) or Winter (January) terms. suitability for the program. 8\HSPÄLKHWWSPJHU[ZTH`ILHKTP[[LK into programs outside of normal intakes. Interested applicants are considered on an individual basis for acceptance into a WYVNYHTPUHUHS[LYUH[P]LVYTVKPÄLKMVYTH[

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES CURRICULUM PROGRAM OVERVIEW Our diploma program in Interior Design Interior designers create the interior will prepare you for the pre-professional Year I Term I Credits environments people inhabit everyday. Our assistant level. You’ll be able to work with intensive, two-year diploma program in KLZPNU[LHTZPUH^PKL]HYPL[`VMÄLSKZ IDM 150 History of Interiors 3 Interior Design will give you the specialized 0+4 9LWYLZLU[H[PVUZ0 knowledge and skills you need to apply your • Assistant to Interior Designers and IDM 155 Introduction to Interior Design 3 creativity in today’s design industry. Architects IDM 179 Design Fundamentals 6 7YVK\J[9LWYLZLU[H[P]L IDM 255 Materials and Finishes 3 Our practical, hands-on program is • Kitchen & Bath Design IDM 170 Colour, Materials and Lighting 3 structured around the professional • Commercial Design 24 standards of the Foundation for Interior • Design Consultant +LZPNU,K\JH[PVU9LZLHYJO-0+,9 9LZPKLU[PHS+LZPNU Year I Term II Working in small classes with one-to- one instructor support, you’ll master ADMISSIONS ENG 156 Business Writing (DL) 3 various software used throughout interior New students are accepted into the Interior 0+4 9LWYLZLU[H[PVUZ00 design practice. You’ll work on projects Design program for the Fall (September) IDM 167 Interior Detailing I 6 0+4 +LZPNU:[\KPV0 that simulate real-world design problems [LYT8\HSPÄLKHWWSPJHU[ZTH`ILHKTP[[LK IDM 190 E-Tools for Interior Design I 6 and gain experience in commercial and into programs outside of normal intakes. 24 residential interior design. Interested applicants are considered on an individual basis for acceptance into a Year II Term I Our design studio courses cover commercial WYVNYHTPUHUHS[LYUH[P]LVYTVKPÄLKMVYTH[ interior design ranging from retail and 0+4 +LZPNU:[\KPV00 VMÄJL[VYLZ[H\YHU[KLZPNU@V\»SSIHSHUJL Academic Requirements IDM 267 Interior Detailing II 6 this commercial design experience with an Applicants are required to have an Alberta IDM 290 E-Tools for Interior Design II 3 understanding of residential interior design, /PNO:JOVVS+PWSVTH^P[OHTPUPT\T 15 including project work focused on space in Grade 12 Math 30 (Applied or Pure) and planning, construction fundamentals and English Language Arts (ELA) 30-1 or 30-2. Year II Term II interior detailing. A required practicum lets Alternate Admission applicants are required you demonstrate your design skills and to complete placement testing. 0+4 +LZPNU:[\KPV000 abilities in the workplace or contribute to 0+4 +LZPNU:[\KPV0= community-based design projects while In addition to academic requirements, IDM 270 Practicum 3 gaining valuable industry experience. students need to submit a portfolio of IDM 271 Portfolio 2 creative work, both visual/graphic and 17 Your Interior Design Diploma opens the written work. A description and details of door to a world of exciting opportunities. the required portfolio projects will be mailed (DL) indicates courses available through Distance With a comprehensive grounding in design to applicants who meet the basic academic Learning. theory and application, you’ll be ready to requirements for application. apply your creativity in both commercial GRADUATION HUKYLZPKLU[PHSÄLSKZ@V\»SSILYLHK`MVYH YOUR INVESTMENT Upon successful completion of all program successful career in design! Program fees will vary. Fee information is requirements, students are awarded a available in the online Calendar at Diploma in Interior Design. www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. Please select the link to your program and then click on “Your Investment”. CheckCheck us out!

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Non-Academic Requirements CURRICULUM PROGRAM OVERVIEW Applicants are advised they will be required The Massage Therapy two-year diploma [VWYV]PKLH*YPTPUHS9LJVYK*OLJR Year I Term I Credits program focuses on the knowledge, skills before entering the practicum experience and attitudes necessary for employment component of the program. The existence of BIO 145 Introduction to Anatomy and as a Massage Therapist. This program a criminal record may affect the practicum Physiology 5 is designed to facilitate acquisition of placement, program completion and MAS 140 Basic Massage 5 knowledge and skills to be a professional in employment prospects. The consequences ENG 156 Business Writing (DL) 3 [OLOVSPZ[PJOLHS[OJHYLÄLSK of a prior criminal conviction will be CSP 150 Medical Terminology 4 examined and discussed on an individual MAS 122 Practicum I 1 ;OLÄLSKVMTHZZHNL[OLYHW`KLTHUKZ basis. The logistics will be discussed with 18 considerable personal commitment, students during program orientation. professionalism and physical and emotional Year I Term II Z[HTPUH;OLJ\YYPJ\S\TPUJS\KLZZPNUPÄJHU[ Health Requirements amounts of study and practicum experience. (WWSPJHU[ZT\Z[WYV]PKLHZWLJPÄJZJOLK\SL MAS 130 Pathology 3 Student performance in the practicum of health requirements (form provided by MAS 145 Advanced Massage 4 experience is closely monitored to ensure the Massage Therapy program). Students MAS 123 Practicum II 2 appropriate skill and personal development. are responsible for ensuring that health ACC 125 Service-Based Accounting requirements are kept current throughout Procedures 3 Interested students are advised of the the program. Failure to do so may affect BIO 146 Joints and Soft Tissues 3 MAS 144 Contemporary Practices of demand on their personal and leisure time of work-site based experience. Massage 3 such an integrated work/study approach. Practicum Experience Requirements 18 Applicants will be required to have St. John CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Year II Term I (TI\SHUJL:[HUKHYK-PYZ[(PKHUK*79VY You will be prepared for entry-level positions MAS 251 Massage Techniques I 4 LX\P]HSLU[JLY[PÄJH[LZWYPVY[V[OL7YHJ[PJ\T as a massage therapist in a growing number MAS 253 Assessment for Massage II experience and must remain current for VMÄLSKZPUJS\KPUN! Therapists I 3 Practicum III and IV. MAS 254 Special Populations 5 • Hospitals MAS 255 Practicum III 2 • Sports Medicine Clinics YOUR INVESTMENT PED 257 Therapeutic Exercise 3 • Long-Term Care Facilities Program fees will vary. Fee information is MAS 256 Sports Massage 4 • Private Health-Care Providers available in the online Calendar at 21 • Massage Clinics www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. Please select the link to your program and Year II Term II ADMISSIONS then click on “Your Investment”. MAS 257 Massage Techniques II 3 New students are accepted into the 4(: (ZZLZZTLU[MVY4HZZHNL Massage Therapy two-year diploma Other supplies such as linens and oils will Therapists II 3 program in the Fall (September) term. ILZWLJPÄLKHUKZ[\KLU[ZHYLYLZWVUZPISL MAS 149 Seminar 1 All prospective candidates will normally for obtaining them. Students are responsible BUS 124 Service-Based Small be expected to attend a one-day for laundering their own linens frequently. Business Mgmt 3 program orientation prior to program Students will purchase a Lethbridge College MAS 259 Practicum IV 2 MAS 260 Special Populations II 4 JVTTLUJLTLU[8\HSPÄLKHWWSPJHU[ZTH` Massage Therapy Shirt ($30). The shirts 16 be admitted into programs outside of normal are worn during clinical and outreach intakes. Interested applicants are considered HJ[P]P[PLZ:[\KLU[ZTH`ÄUKP[\ZLM\S[VYLU[ on an individual basis by the Chair for or purchase a massage table. Approximate GRADUATION acceptance into a program in an alternative purchase cost is $600. Upon successful completion of all program requirements, students are awarded a VYTVKPÄLKMVYTH[ As part of the program course requirements, Massage Therapy Diploma. ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS students are expected to book a massage Applicants are required to have an Alberta with a registered massage therapist. This High School Diploma or equivalent, with a can cost anywhere from $40 - $100. Please TPUPT\TVM PU[OLMVSSV^PUN.YHKL take this into account when budgeting for Z\IQLJ[Z!)PVSVN`HUK,UNSPZO3HUN\HNL the program. Arts (ELA) 30-1 or 30-2. Students are also required to have a working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and data base software.

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW ADMISSIONS CURRICULUM Interactivity and immediacy are the driving New students are accepted into the (May be offered in a different sequence) MVYJLZILOPUKT\S[PTLKPHHUKV\Yº^PYLK Multimedia Production program for the Fall world’. Our Diploma program in Multimedia :LW[LTILY[LYT8\HSPÄLKHWWSPJHU[ZTH` Year I Term I Credits Production will give you the grounding you’ll be admitted into programs outside of normal need to succeed in the brave new world of intakes. Interested applicants are considered 9:9 9LZLHYJO >YP[PUNMVY5L^4LKPH converging technologies through practical on an individual basis for acceptance into a DES 155 Graphic Design 4 and hands-on experience. WYVNYHTPUHUHS[LYUH[P]LVYTVKPÄLKMVYTH[ CMM 153 Digital Audio 3 CMM 156 Digital Video 4 Working in small teams in classes that are Academic Requirements CMM 162 Multimedia Principles and Design 4 just the right size, you’ll blend audio, video, Applicants are required to have English CMM 163 Scripting for Multimedia & the Web 4 animation, graphics and text in a digital Language Arts (ELA) 30-1 or 30-2 or 22 environment to create multimedia content. equivalent and Social Studies 30 or 33 or You will be given an opportunity to choose equivalent. Alternate admission applicants Year I Term II an area of applied concentration in Video HYLYLX\PYLK[V[HRL[OL9LHKPUNHUK and Motion Graphics, Web and Interactive Sentence Skills portion of placement testing CMM 165 Using Flash and Web Standards 5 Programming, or e-Learning Technologies. and may be admitted on that basis. DES 156 Web Graphics, Layout, and Interface Design 6 >90 >YP[PUNMVY0U[LYHJ[P]L4LKPH Develop your understanding of concepts Applicants who enter and complete the *(7 *VTT\UPJH[PVU7YVJLZZ at the foundation of multimedia and learn Multimedia Production program without an 9:9 0U[LYHJ[P]L7YVQLJ[*VYL0U[LNYH[PVU how to identify trends in this fast-moving Alberta High School Diploma, or equivalent, *44 ;OL7YPUJPWSLZVM(UPTH[PVU industry. Our combination of theory with may not be eligible for advanced placement 24 individual and team project work will show in college and university diploma and degree you how interactive technology is changing programs under current and future transfer Year II Term I the way people think and work, and you’ll agreements. Testing may be waived for *44 7YVMLZZPVUHS7VY[MVSPV0 be ready to translate this knowledge into applicants who have previously completed *44 +4VKLSPUNHUK(UPTH[PVU^P[O problem-solving success in the workplace. diploma or degree programs, as well as Maya 5 those who have previously met admission *44 7YVNYHTTPUN9PJO4LKPH Your passion for the interactivity and requirements similar to our own, either at Applications 5 excitement of multimedia will get you Lethbridge College or other institutions. 9:9 =PKLV.YHWOPJZHUK*VTWVZP[PUN started. With our Multimedia Production CMM 291 Professional Foundations 5 Diploma, your imagination is the only limit! Multimedia Production assumes 22 professional standards for research and Year II Term II CAREER OPPORTUNITIES writing. All program assignments must be Our Multimedia Production Diploma will typed. Lack of keyboarding skills could *44 7YVMLZZPVUHS7VY[MVSPV00 prepare you for entry-level positions in a inhibit achievement. FWK 253 Managed Internship 6 ^PKLYHUNLVMÄLSKZPUJS\KPUN! CMM 292 Proseminar 6 Professional Suitability CMM 293 Capstone Project 6 • Graphic Design Applicants will submit a 500-word essay 22 • New Media Animation ^OPJO^PSSYLÅLJ[[OLHWWSPJHU[»ZRUV^SLKNL • Web Design of the multimedia industry as well as his GRADUATION • Video Production or her personal motivation for wanting to Upon successful completion of all program • Entrepreneurship pursue this career path. The essay may be requirements, students are awarded a • e-Learning Technologies submitted via e-mail. After reviewing the Multimedia Production Diploma. • Video and Motion Graphics essay, the Faculty Advisor will contact the • Web and Interactive Programming applicant. TRANSFERS University of Calgary YOUR INVESTMENT Graduates of the Multimedia diploma may Program fees will vary. Fee information is YLJLP]L\W[VÄ]LM\SSJV\YZLLX\P]HSLU[Z available in the online Calendar at (one year) credit toward the completion of a www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. 20-credit Bachelor of Arts in Communication Please select the link to your program and Studies from the University of Calgary. then click on “Your Investment”. Athabasca University Graduates of Multimedia will receive two years’ credit towards a Bachelor of Professional Arts in Communications from Athabasca University, before completing an additional 60 credits of the university’s 120- credit program.

81 Nursing Education in Southwestern Alberta (NESA)

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW ADMISSIONS Admission Routes The nursing profession is one of the All applicants applying to the four-year Admission to the NESA program may be cornerstones of modern health care. NESA BN degree program must apply gained by one of the following admission Lethbridge College and the University directly to the University of Lethbridge. YV\[LZ! of Lethbridge have teamed up to offer a Please refer to the U of L admissions a) Alberta or other Canadian high school collaborative program that offers excellent information. credentials. opportunities for education. b) Transfer from recognized colleges or All newly-admitted students will register in universities. You get a top-quality education in an and attend courses at Lethbridge College for c) Non-matriculated Adult (Mature) environment known for producing well- [OLÄYZ[[^V`LHYZVM[OLWYVNYHT:[\KLU[Z admission. X\HSPÄLKU\YZLZ;OPZPZK\LPUWHY[[V[OL will register in and attend courses at the d) Credentials from other countries. self-directed nature of the program, which

82 HOW TO USE THE FOLLOWING GRIDS ,_HTWSL!1VOUPZHWWS`PUN[V[OL5,:(WYVNYHT[OYV\NO[OLOPNO TRANSFER STUDENT ADMISSION GRID ZJOVVSHKTPZZPVUYV\[L/LULLKZ[VÄUK[OLÄUHSNYHKLOLYLJLP]LK If you have completed three or more transferable courses, PU,UNSPZO )PVSVN` 4H[OVY7\YL you will be considered a Transfer applicant. Transferable *OLTPZ[Y` HUKH[OSL]LSJV\YZL^P[OHÄUHSTHYR courses are three credit term courses completed at a [OH[PZ[VOPZILZ[HK]HU[HNL1VOUYLJVYKZOPZTHYRZ^OLYL university, college or technical institute. [OL`Ä[PU[OLNYPKHUKJHSJ\SH[LZ VMLHJOTHYRHUK VM[OL H]LYHNLVMÄ]LJV\YZLZHZKLZJYPILKILSV^ Course Grade Multiply Total by Course Grade Multiply Total Rank by Factor Rank Chemistry 30 or Transfer .15 Factor English 30 or Transfer .15 Chemistry 30 .15 13.5 Biology 30 or Transfer .15 English 30 .15 11.7 Pure Math 30 or Transfer .15 Biology 30 .15 12.75 Transfer GPA .40 Pure Math 30 .15 11.25 Other 30 Level Course TOTAL RANK WEIGHT: ______Overall Average of .40 34.0 English 30, best three (add Total Column) NYHKLZILZ[ÄM[ONYHKL (add grades and divide MATURE STUDENT ADMISSION GRID by 5) The non-matriculated adult (mature) admission route is intended for Canadian and International applicants whose ;6;(39(52>,0./;!FFF FFF credentials do not satisfy the admission criteria of any other (add Total Column) admission route. The applicant must be deemed to have potential for success at the post-secondary level that is at HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT ADMISSION GRID least equal to that of applicants meeting the criteria for the high school admission route. Course Grade Multiply Total by Course Grade Multiply Total Rank by Factor Rank Chemistry 30 .15 Factor English 30 .15 Chemistry 30 or Equivalent .15 Biology 30 .15 English 30 or Equivalent .15 Pure Math 30 .15 Biology 30 or Equivalent .15 Other 30 Level Course Pure Math 30 or Equivalent .15 Overall Average of .40 9LSH[LK/LHS[O,_WLYPLUJL .40 English 30, best three (0 – 20 points) NYHKLZILZ[ÄM[ONYHKL Interview (add grades and divide (between 0 – 20 points) by 5)

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SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS FOR COURSE CREDIT Transfer Credit NESA Nursing Program A student may transfer up to half of the program requirements (20 term course equivalents) to the University of Lethbridge. The following grid represents transfer credit limits.

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Please refer to the U of L admissions information.

Academic Standards During orientation to the program, students receive a handbook outlining all the program policies. It is very important for learners to review and understand these requirements. To be in good standing, a student must maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average as listed ILSV^!

Number of Completed Courses GPA All Courses GPA Nursing Courses 1-10 1.70 2.50 21-40 2.00 2.50

Probationary Student A student shall be placed on academic probation if the term grade point average and/or the cumulative grade point average is below the minimum listed above for all courses or below 2.5 for required nursing courses for one term in the program. Students may be subject to program restrictions while on probation.

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Standards of Professional Conduct The standards of professional conduct for students in the NESA program are published in the Student Handbook. Students are subject to [OLNLULYHSY\SLZHUKYLN\SH[PVUZVM[OLHNLUJPLZ^P[O^OPJO[OL`HYLHMÄSPH[LKK\YPUNWYHJ[PJLL_WLYPLUJLZ:[\KLU[ZTH`ILYLX\PYLK[V withdraw for violations of professional conduct. Faculty members who are supervising clinical practice experiences may require a student to leave a clinical setting at any time if, in the opinion of the Faculty member, the student’s practice threatens patient/client safety or is disruptive to patient/client care. The Dean, or the Chair in the case of Years I & II, will review the case in a timely fashion to determine whether, and under what conditions, the student may return to the clinical setting.

YOUR INVESTMENT Program fees will vary. Fee information is available in the online Calendar at www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. Please select the link to your program and then click on “Your Investment”. Students are expected to travel for practicum placements and are responsible for associated costs.

• Year III and Year IV BN Fees are determined by the University of Lethbridge. Please contact the U of L at 329-2649 for more information.

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CURRICULUM

Year I Term I Credits General Requirements 1. Successful completion of at least 40 BIO 160 Anatomy and Physiology I 4 course equivalents (121.0 credit hours) NSG 150 (U of L 1020) Concepts of Health I 3 with a cumulative grade point average NSG 163 (U of L 1220) Nursing Practice I 7 of at least 2.00 on all courses taken for ENG 190 (U of L 1900) Introduction to credit toward the degree. Language & Literature 3 2. Attain a minimum cumulative grade PSY 160 (U of L 1000) Introduction to point average of at least 2.50 on all Psychology 3 required Nursing and Health Sciences 20 courses taken for credit toward the program. Year I Term II 3. Completion of the General Liberal ,K\JH[PVU9LX\PYLTLU[.3,9 BIO 161 Anatomy and Physiology II 4 4. Not more than three Independent NSG 155 (U of L 1120) Concepts of Health II 3 Study courses may be taken for NSG 173 (U of L 1320) Nursing Practice II 7 JYLKP[[V^HYK[OLKLNYLL9LZPKLUJL BIO 162 Microbiology 4 9LX\PYLTLU[!JV\YZLZPUJS\KPUNH SOC 160 (U of L 1000) Introduction to minimum of 12 in Nursing and Health Sociology 3 Sciences. 21 5. All requirements must be completed ^P[OPUZL]LU`LHYZVM[OLÄYZ[5\YZPUN Year II Term I course used for credit toward the degree NSG 250 (U of L 2020) Health, Illness and Healing I 3 Year III Term I 69

NSG 255 (U of L 2125) Health, Illness and Nursing 3020 or 3125 or 3230 Healing II 3 NSG 263 (U of L 2150) Nursing Practice III 12 Nursing 3255 NSG 290 (U of L 2260) Applied Therapeutics 3 Nursing 3360 HUM155 (U of L Philosophy 1000) Ethics 3 HLSC 3450 PSY 170 Human Development Across The Fine Arts/Humanities elective Lifespan 3 24 Year III Term II

Year II Term II Nursing 3125 or 3230 or 3020 Nursing 3135 NSG 250 (U of L 2020) Health, Illness and Nursing 3600 Healing I 3 Fine Arts/Humanities elective 69 NSG 255 (U of L 2125) Health, Illness and Year IV Term I Healing II 3 NSG 279 (U of L 2135) Professional Seminar I 3 Nursing 3230 or 3020 or 3125 NSG 293 (U of L 2255) Nursing Practice IV 12 Nursing 4550 .3,9 :VJPHS:JPLUJL,SLJ[P]L Nursing 4135 .3,9 /\THUP[PLZVY-PUL(Y[Z,SLJ[P]L Social Science Elective 24 Year IV Term II Special Note: Whenever possible, nursing theory courses Nursing 4750 are aligned with concurrent clinical practice experiences.

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES ADMISSIONS 6MÄJLHKTPUPZ[YH[PVUPZZVT\JOTVYL Our graduates enjoy close to a 100 per cent New students are accepted into the [OHUHUZ^LYPUN[OL[LSLWOVUL6MÄJL employment rate! You can look forward to 6MÄJL(KTPUPZ[YH[PVUWYVNYHTPU[OL-HSS and Administrative Assistants need to ^VYRPUH^PKLYHUNLVMVMÄJLLU]PYVUTLU[Z :LW[LTILY;LYTVUS`8\HSPÄLKHWWSPJHU[Z have excellent computer skills as well PUJS\KPUN! may be admitted into programs outside as organizational problem-solving and of normal intakes. Interested applicants decision-making skills. At Lethbridge 3LNHS6MÄJLZ are considered on an individual basis for College, we offer two programs that help 4LKPJHS6MÄJLZ acceptance into a program in an alternative `V\KL]LSVW[OLZLZRPSSZ!(VUL`LHY6MÄJL -PUHUJPHS6MÄJLZ VYTVKPÄLKMVYTH[ (KTPUPZ[YH[PVU*LY[PÄJH[LWYVNYHTHUKH ,K\JH[PVUHS6MÄJLZ [^V`LHY6MÄJL(KTPUPZ[YH[PVU+PWSVTH .V]LYUTLU[6MÄJLZ Academic Requirements program. *VTTLYJPHS6MÄJLZ 6MÄJL(KTPUPZ[YH[PVU*LY[PÄJH[L!(WWSPJHU[Z are required to have an Alberta High School Our hands-on courses will give you a @V\Y6MÄJL(KTPUPZ[YH[PVU*LY[PÄJH[LVY Diploma or equivalent. practical understanding of topics ranging Diploma will also prepare you for many MYVTHJJV\U[PUNIVVRRLLWPUNVMÄJL JHYLLYVWWVY[\UP[PLZPUJS\KPUN! Alternate Admission/Advance Standing: procedures and word processing to records Learners seeking alternate admissions/ management, document processing and 9LJLW[PVUPZ[ advance standing to the program should desktop publishing. You’ll learn how to 6MÄJL(ZZPZ[HU[ contact a Lethbridge College Advisor/ use industry-standard software including • Administrative Assistant Faculty Advisor who will help them develop word processing, spreadsheet, database, • Data Entry Specialist an individualized learning plan. accounting and web design packages. • Executive Secretary • Bookkeeper 6MÄJL(KTPUPZ[YH[PVU+PWSVTH!(WWSPJHU[Z You work in small classes, many of which must have successfully completed the incorporate group work and simulate a real 6MÄJL(KTPUPZ[YH[PVUJLY[PÄJH[LWYVNYHTVY VMÄJLLU]PYVUTLU[@V\JHUHSZVJOVVZL equivalent. elective courses to prepare you for work in TLKPJHSVYSLNHSVMÄJLZ YOUR INVESTMENT Program fees will vary. Fee information is With close to 100 per cent of our graduates available in the online Calendar at ÄUKPUNLTWSV`TLU[[OLJOVPJLZHYL www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. plentiful, the work is important and the Please select the link to your program and opportunities are yours! then click on “Your Investment”.

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CURRICULUM GRADUATION QQuotableuotable Note: Students without keyboarding ;VX\HSPM`MVYHU6MÄJL(KTPUPZ[YH[PVU skills will be requested to take KEY 139 *LY[PÄJH[LZ[\KLU[ZT\Z[Z\JJLZZM\SS` ¸0JOVZL[OL6MÄJL(KTPUPZ[YH[PVU - Introduction to Keyboarding. It cannot complete 44 credits of core courses. program because I like the be included as credit requirement for the LU]PYVUTLU[PU[OLVMÄJLHYLH0SPRL[V JLY[PÄJH[LVYKPWSVTH ;VX\HSPM`MVYHU6MÄJL(KTPUPZ[YH[PVU be around people.” Diploma, students must successfully 6--0*,(+4050:;9(;065*,9;0-0*(;, JVTWSL[L[OL6MÄJL(KTPUPZ[YH[PVU Sophorn Nget, *LY[PÄJH[LWYVNYHTJYLKP[ZJYLKP[ZVM 6MÄJL(KTPUPZ[YH[PVU’05 Year I Core Credits 6MÄJL(KTPUPZ[YH[PVU+PWSVTHJVYLJV\YZLZ ACC 146 Bookkeeping 5 and 14 credits of approved electives (for a “I like Lethbridge because it has 69 [V[HSVM JYLKP[Z everything a big city offers but it has a ACC 170 Financial Accounting I 4 COM 146 Effective Speaking 2 small-town friendliness.” 69 79: :WLLJO Amanda Turner, CPU 135 Introduction to Database 2 6MÄJL(KTPUPZ[YH[PVU’05 CPU 136 Introduction to Spreadsheet 2 CPU 137 Introduction to PowerPoint 1 ENG 133 English Techniques 3 ENG 145 Effective Writing 3 69 ENG 156 Business Writing 3 KEY 140 Document Processing I 5 KEY 141 Document Processing II 5 4;/ 6MÄJL4H[O(WWSPJH[PVUZ 6(( 6MÄJL7YVJLK\YLZ 6(( 9LJVYKZ4HUHNLTLU[ OAA 145 Electronic Transcription 3 69. 6MÄJL+`UHTPJZ 43 - 45 6--0*,(+4050:;9(;065+07364(

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87 Perioperative Post-Diploma Nursing

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW ADMISSIONS Online Calendar (YL`V\H9LNPZ[LYLK5\YZL^OV^V\SK The following must be completed prior to like to work in the operating room? Our Z[HY[VM[OLWYVNYHT! Please note information in this calendar Perioperative Post-Diploma Nursing was accurate at the time of printing. program will give you a comprehensive, • Current nursing experience practical introduction to providing patient *\YYLU[HJ[P]L3PJLUZ\YLHZHU95PU The online version of this document care in surgical intervention facilities. Alberta contains the most current information *\YYLU[*79*JLY[PÄJH[PVU HUKPZ[OL*VSSLNL»ZVMÄJPHSJHSLUKHY You’ll further develop your understanding • A written self-evaluation of current of the professional and clinical standards of nursing skills It is available at Perioperative nursing, the scrub role and the • A written self-assessment of personal www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca circulating role through self-study. We make H[[YPI\[LZ[V69U\YZPUN sure you balance this understanding with a • Letter of reference from present face-to-face experience in a clinical setting employer followed by a practicum. CURRICULUM At the end of the program, you’ll have a Credential of Academic Achievement in Credits Perioperative Post-Diploma Nursing and NSG 390 Professional and Clinical you’ll be prepared to offer the best in Standards of Perioperative Perioperative care to your patients. Nursing (DL) 5 NSG 391 Standards and Competencies CAREER OPPORTUNITIES VM:JY\I9VSL;OLVY`+3 Perioperative Nurses will be able to work NSG 392 Standards and Competencies in health care facilities that provide surgical VM*PYJ\SH[PUN9VSL;OLVY`+3 areas, including recovery, day surgery and NSG 393 Implementation of Standards day procedures. and Competencies (Clinical) 6 NSG 394 Perioperative Practicum (144 hours) 3

(DL) indicates courses available through Distance Learning.

Important Dates: Lab experiences are set for September and/or April. Clinical experiences are set for September-October and/or April-May.

Clinical and lab experiences have an enrollment minimum of six and maximum of eight to be offered.

® Operating Room Nurses Association of Canada ;OPZPZHU695(*(WWYV]LK7YVNYHT-VY TVYLPUMVYTH[PVUHIV\[695(*]PZP[[OLPY website at www.ornac.ca

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW YOUR INVESTMENT QuotableQuotable ;OL7VSPJL9LJY\P[;YHPUPUNWYVNYHT^HZ Program fees will vary. Fee information is developed in collaboration with the four available in the online Calendar at “I chose LCC because of the demand police services of southern Alberta and www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. MVY3**NYHKZPU[OL^VYRÄLSKHUK 3L[OIYPKNL*VSSLNL[VHKKYLZZ[OLZWLJPÄJ Please select the link to your program and all of the great things I’ve heard from education and training needs of their new then click on “Your Investment”. past students.” recruits. This program and its individual courses will meet or exceed provincial CURRICULUM “I like how accommodating the standards in the areas of police recruit instructors and staff are to each training and will further enhance the skill Credits individual.” ZL[ZHUKJVTWL[LUJPLZ[OLZLVMÄJLYZ YLX\PYL[VILLMMLJ[P]LPU[OLWVSPJPUNÄLSK CJP 156 Law Enforcement Firearms 3 Jennifer Mitchell, CJP 171 Use of Force 5 Child and Youth Care ’06 ADMISSIONS CJP 173 Investigative Techniques I 3 Admission is normally restricted to those *17 0U]LZ[PNH[P]L;LJOUPX\LZ00 students who have been hired by a police ,5.;LJOUPJHS9LWVY[>YP[PUN service or related agency, recommended by /<47VSPJLHUK*VTT\UP[`9LSH[PVUZ a police service or related agency or who 3(> 7YV]PUJPHSHUK-LKLYHS:[H[\[LZ have been approved for admission by a LAW 190 Criminal Procedural Law 3 police service or related agency. PED 153 Training/Personalized Fitness 3 ;9: ,TLYNLUJ`=LOPJSL6WLYH[PVUZ Academic Requirements 32 Applicants are required to have an Alberta High School Diploma or equivalent. GRADUATION Upon successful completion of all program Non-Academic Requirements requirements, students are awarded a Applicants not hired by a police service Credential of Academic Achievement in or related agency, nor recommended 7VSPJL9LJY\P[;YHPUPUN for training by a police service or related agency, are required to complete an interview with the Chair. The interviewer will assess the applicant’s education and work history and suitability for enrolment into the program.

89 Practical Nursing

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Health Requirements The Practical Nursing program is based Your Practical Nursing Diploma will prepare (WWSPJHU[ZT\Z[WYV]PKLHZWLJPÄJZJOLK\SL on a conceptual framework that can you for work in a wide range of health care of health requirements (form provided by accommodate change as the knowledge ÄLSKZMYVTHJ\[LJHYL[VSVUN[LYTJHYL the Practical Nursing program). Students base of nursing theory grows and as new and from large public health agencies to are responsible for ensuring that health theories complement or replace existing individual home care. requirements are kept current throughout theories. The Spheres of Caring framework the program. Failure to do so may affect relates to key concepts of person/client, Practical Nurses work closely with other work-site based experience. environment, health and nursing. The health care team members and play an depiction of the conceptual model is a increasing role in primary healthcare, Applicants must possess the ability to system of concentric spheres, each sphere focusing on illness and injury prevention, perform the physical and mental/emotional IV[OL_LY[PUNPUÅ\LUJLHUKILPUNPUÅ\LUJLK health protection and health restoration. duties of the Practical Nursing Program. by all the other spheres and ultimately Applicants may be required to provide a affecting the health and wellness of every ADMISSIONS physician’s medical report at the request of individual. New intakes are in September of each year. the program and/or have an assessment at the work site to determine suitability for the The Practical Nursing program is divided Academic Requirements program. into four semesters with an end of program For admission, applicants must have work experience component. JVTWSL[LK.YHKLPUJS\KPUN!WLYJLU[ YOUR INVESTMENT Semester One provides in-classroom and minimum in English Language Arts (ELA) Program fees will vary. Fee information is simulated learning laboratory sessions 30-1 or 70 percent in ELA 30-2 and or available in the online Calendar at totaling 16 weeks. The last week of the equivalents, 60 percent Pure Math 20 or www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. semester is set aside for exam writing. There 70 percent in Applied Math 20, 60 percent Please select the link to your program and is a one credit clinical component to this minimum in Biology 30 or equivalent. then click on “Your Investment”. semester. Students should also note that a current *793L]LS*)HZPJ9LZJ\LY*LY[PÄJH[L Semester Two provides 16 weeks of is required prior to the third week of the classroom instruction and hands-on practice program. in simulated nursing laboratories, an exam week, plus a clinical component in a long- Non-Academic Requirements term care setting. Applicants are advised they will be required [VWYV]PKLH*YPTPUHS9LJVYK*OLJRILMVYL Semester Three has 16 weeks of classroom entering the clinical component of the and simulated lab experiences, plus an program. The existence of a criminal record L_HT^LLRHUKHÄ]L^LLRJSPUPJHS^VYR may affect the clinical placement, program experience in an acute care setting to allow completion, professional licensure and development of advanced nursing skills. employment prospects. The consequences of a prior criminal conviction will be Semester Four has 16 weeks of classroom examined and discussed on an individual and simulated lab experiences, a six-week basis. acute care clinical experience plus an exam week.

The last weeks of the program consist of focused clinical work experience in a variety of settings. Learners may be placed in all or ZVTLVM[OLMVSSV^PUNZL[[PUNZ!HJ\[LJHYL hospital, continuing care and community. These experiences are preceptored. Each learner is partnered with a practicing LPN VY95WYLJLW[VYHUK^VYRZHSVUNZPKL[OL nurse. The preceptored experience provides an opportunity to make the transition from a student to a graduate role.

This program is brokered in partnership with Bow Valley College.

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Notes: LPN149, Comprehensive Practicum, CURRICULUM QuotableQuotable is a 150 hour experience. The exact start date for each student is based on rotation Semester One Credits “My instructors have been awesome. availability in the health care environment They are understanding and you feel and each student’s request. The exact end ENG 150 English Composition 3 like they really do care about your date will be determined for each student at 69 education.” ENG 190 Intro to Language & Literature 3 the time of the practicum start. 69HU`V[OLY,UNSPZOHIV]L[OL¸¹SL]LS Donna Gros Ventre Boy *64 0U[LYWLYZVUHS9LSH[PVUZOPWZHUK All specialized courses in one semester Practical Nurse ’0 Communication 3 must be successfully completed to advance LPN 135 Anatomy and Physiology/ to the next semester’s specialty courses. Microbiology 6 HTH 132 Health Education 3 GRADUATION LPN 115 Nursing Science I 6 Graduates will be presented with a Bow Check out our CampusCampus LPN 139 Adult Health Assessment 4 Valley College and a Lethbridge College 375 *SPUPJHS0!*VU[PU\PUN*HYL Diploma as well as a graduation pin. Contact us today to receive a tour of Graduates are eligible for licensure through our campus or take us for a spin as a Semester Two the College of Licensed Practical Nurses Student for a Day and gain valuable of Alberta upon payment of a fee and insight in the program of your choice. LPN 140 Pharmacology 3 successfully passing a national practical HTH 133 Pathophysiology 3 nurse examination. Call 403-320-3490 or e-mail LPN 119 Nursing Science II 7 375 *SPUPJHS00!3VUN;LYT*HYL PUMV'SL[OIYPKNLJVSSLNLHIJH SOC 167 Sociology of Aging 3 for details!

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Non-Academic Requirements Work hard, play hard – golf professionals Graduates of the Lethbridge College 4HSLHWWSPJHU[ZT\Z[OH]LH9V`HS are in high demand, with the sport as one Professional Golf Management program *HUHKPHU.VSMLYZ»(ZZVJPH[PVU9*.( of the fastest growing recreational activities have found employment across Canada JLY[PÄLKOHUKPJHWVMZP_VY\UKLYHUK in North America. Our Professional Golf – from Vancouver Island to Newfoundland. T\Z[Z\ITP[HZPNULK9*.(OHUKPJHW Management program will give you the skills Your Professional Golf Management JHYK-LTHSLHWWSPJHU[ZYLX\PYLHJLY[PÄLK you need to turn your passion for golf into a X\HSPÄJH[PVU^PSSWYLWHYL`V\MVYH^PKL handicap of 14 or under. Applicants may rewarding career. variety of golf industry opportunities, also be required to submit computer score PUJS\KPUN! KPMMLYLU[PHSZ[VJVUÄYTOHUKPJHWSL]LS( We offer a two-year diploma in Business playing test may be required upon request. Administration (Professional Golf • Director of Golf All students of the Professional Golf Management), and a post-diploma • Head Golf Professional Management program will be required to JLY[PÄJH[LPU7YVMLZZPVUHS.VSM4HUHNLTLU[ • Associate Professional play in a two-day scholarship tournament at Fully accredited and endorsed by the • General Manager the start of the Fall term. Canadian Professional Golf Association • Apprentice Professional (CPGA), our program is one of only eight in • Teaching Professional *,9;0-0*(;,6-:7,*0(30A(;065 Canada and is partnered with Evergreen Golf • Pro Shop Manager 05796-,::065(3.63-4(5(.,4,5; *LU[YL[VVMMLYZ[\KLU[Z`LHYYV\UKNVSÄUN accessibility. Our intensive, competitive ADMISSIONS Academic Requirements classes give you a comprehensive grounding New learners are accepted into the Applicants are required to have successfully in business, marketing, management, retail Business Administration (Professional completed a two-year diploma in Business merchandising and sales. You’ll balance .VSM4HUHNLTLU[+PWSVTHVY*LY[PÄJH[L Administration with a major in Professional this business knowledge with a focus on of Specialization in Professional Golf Golf Management. If not, a Business the game and gain valuable insight into Management for the Fall (September) or Administration graduate will be required to topics ranging from swing analysis and Winter (January) terms. take PGM 160, PGM 162, PGM 264 and player development to turf management and 5V[LVU>PU[LY0U[HRL!>OPSLL]LY`LMMVY[ 7.4ILMVYLJVTWSL[PUN[OLPYJLY[PÄJH[L tournament operations. will be made to allow Winter entrants to graduate within two years, learners may YOUR INVESTMENT All of our PGM instructors are CPGA Class need to take evening, or Summer classes to Program fees will vary. Fee information is A Professionals and we have over 10 years KVZV8\HSPÄLKHWWSPJHU[ZTH`ILHKTP[[LK available in the online Calendar at of experience preparing students for careers into programs outside of normal intakes. www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. in professional golf management. We’ll Interested applicants are considered on Please select the link to your program make sure you’re ready to demonstrate an individual basis for acceptance into a and then click on “Your Investment”. your skills and abilities before sending you WYVNYHTPUHUHS[LYUH[P]LVYTVKPÄLKMVYTH[ Membership to Evergreen Golf Centre on a 300-hour practicum. In this real world is available to all Professional Golf environment, you’ll demonstrate that your )<:05,::(+4050:;9(;065+07364( Management students free of charge. golf and business skills go hand-in-hand to 05796-,::065(3.63-4(5(.,4,5; meet your customer’s needs. Academic Requirements At the end of the program, you’ll have Applicants are required to have an Alberta developed a comprehensive understanding High School Diploma which includes English of golf as a business, as well as a game. 3HUN\HNL(Y[Z,3( VY,3( And you’ll make golf more than just your HUK4H[O((WWSPLKVY4H[O7 sport, you’ll make it your career! 7\YL VYLX\P]HSLU[

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CURRICULUM QuotableQuotable *,9;0-0*(;,6-:7,*0(30A(;06505 )<:05,::(+4050:;9(;065+07364( “I enjoyed the campus and found it 796-,::065(3.63-4(5(.,4,5; (in Professional Golf Management) easy to get around. The atmosphere (POST-DIPLOMA) Faculty Contact: Dave English 320.3343 was very friendly and if you could not ÄUKHJSHZZ`V\JV\SKHZRHU`IVK`¹ Year I Term I Credits Year III Term I Credits Katie Walker, Professional )<: /\THU9LZV\YJL4HUHNLTLU[ BUS 170 Introduction to Management 4 Golf Management ’05 )<: 0UMVYTH[PVU4HUHNLTLU[HUK -(+ :HML[`6YPLU[LK-PYZ[(PKHUK*79 Applications 3 PED 155 Applied Anatomy and Kinesiology 6 BUS 269 Management Communications 3 PGM 330 Food and Beverage Management I (DL) 2 42; 0U[YVK\J[PVU[V4HYRL[PUN OnlineOnline CalendarCalendar PGM 152 Golf Skills 2 PGM 340 Golf Management VI 2 PGM 160 Golf Management I 3 17 Please note information in this calendar PGM 161 Golf Management II 2 was accurate at the time of printing. 22 Year III Term II Year I Term II BUS 176 Financial Planning 4 The online version of this document contains the most current information BUS 166 Business Law 3 42; (K]LY[PZPUN ,*5 4PJYVLJVUVTPJZ PGM 320 Turf Management (DL) 2 HUKPZ[OL*VSSLNL»ZVMÄJPHSJHSLUKHY ENG 156 Business Writing (DL) 3 PGM 335 Food and Beverage MKT 279 Applied Sales 3 Management II (DL) 2 It is available at PGM 162 Golf Management III 2 PGM 345 Golf Management VII 2 www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca 79: :WLLJO+3 15 18 (DL) indicates courses available through Year I Term III Distance Learning.

PGM 140 Internship I (300 hours) 3 GRADUATION Upon successful completion of the diploma Year II Term I HUKWVZ[KPWSVTHJLY[PÄJH[LZ[\KLU[ZTH` apply for advanced credit of two years ACC 170 Financial Accounting I 4 toward the CPGA Apprentice Training )<: 6YNHUPaH[PVUHS)LOH]PV\Y 7YVNYHTPU*S\I9LWHPYZHUK9\SLZVM.VSM ECN 253 Macroeconomics 5 Students graduating from this program must 42; 4HYRL[PUN4HUHNLTLU[ also complete applicable CPGA playing PGM 263 Golf Management IV 3 ability requirements, three CPGA business 22 seminars and three apprenticeship summers (credit for two summers may be earned for Year II Term II PGM 140 and PGM 240 [Internship I and ACC 175 Financial Accounting II 4 II] if the students register with the CPGA )<: :HSLZ:`Z[LTZ concurrently) prior to writing their CPGA MKT 277 Merchandise Administration 5 Class A exam. Successful completion of all 42; 4HYRL[PUN9LZLHYJO criteria would allow students to write the PGM 264 Golf Management V 3 Class A exam. Students who complete the BUS 177 Entrepreneurship 3 CPGA entry play ability test are required to 23 pay CPGA initiation and annual fees. Fee amounts vary by province. Year II Term III

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CURRICULUM :WLJPHSUV[LHIV\[ÄLSKZ[\KPLZ!:[\KLU[Z TRANSFERS HYLVMMJHTW\ZJVTWSL[PUNÄLSKZ[\KPLZ University of Lethbridge Year I Term I Credits during most of September and April. Due Graduates of the two-year diploma [VZJOLK\SPUNJVUÅPJ[ZP[PZL_[YLTLS` program in Environmental Assessment ,5.:JPLU[PÄJ ;LJOUPJHS>YP[PUN KPMÄJ\S[[V[HRL@LHY0HUK@LHY00JV\YZLZ HUK9LZ[VYH[PVUVY9LUL^HISL9LZV\YJL * GEO 166 Physical Geology 5 simultaneously. Students are advised Management receive two years credit * BIO 163 Terrestrial Ecology 5 to complete all Year I courses before toward a post-diploma Bachelor of Science * BIO 164 Plant Taxonomy 5 proceeding to Year II, and all Year II courses Degree in Environmental Science from the 994:VPS9LZV\YJLZ before enrolling in Year III courses (for University of Lethbridge. Students who STS 255 Statistical Methods 3 YLSH[LKWVZ[KPWSVTHJLY[PÄJH[LVYKLNYLL obtain Lethbridge College’s Fish and Wildlife 26 WYVNYHTZ0U[OL-HSS[LYTÄLSKZ[\KPLZHYL ;LJOUVSVN`7VZ[+PWSVTH*LY[PÄJH[LHYL PU:LW[LTILY^OPSLPU[OL>PU[LY[LYTÄLSK eligible for a half year extra credit toward the Year I Term II studies are scheduled in April. Field studies degree. schedules are dependent on many variables University of Alberta * BIO 269 Aquatic Ecology 5 and may require students to participate Graduates of the two-year diploma in 994 4HW (LYPHS7OV[V0U[LYWYL[H[PVU on weekends or on statutory holidays. All ,U]PYVUTLU[HS(ZZLZZTLU[HUK9LZ[VYH[PVU )06 AVVSVN` WYVNYHTÄLSKZ[\KPLZHYLTHUKH[VY` VY9LUL^HISL9LZV\YJL4HUHNLTLU[ 3(>0U[YVK\J[PVU[V5H[\YHS9LZV\YJL receive two years full credit toward a Post- Law 5 GRADUATION Diploma Bachelor of Science degree in 994 >H[LY9LZV\YJLZ Upon successful completion of all program Environmental and Conservation Sciences, 25 requirements, students are awarded a 3HUK9LJSHTH[PVUWYVNYHT:[\KLU[ZT\Z[ 9LUL^HISL9LZV\YJL4HUHNLTLU[+PWSVTH meet the U of A’s entrance requirements. Year II Term I University of Montana .YHK\H[LZVM[OL[^V`LHY9LUL^HISL 994-VYLZ[4HUHNLTLU[ * ENV 255 Land Use Practices 3 9LZV\YJL4HUHNLTLU[+PWSVTHWYVNYHT may receive credit toward a Bachelor ENV 275 Environmental Sampling and Forensics 5 of Science Degree in Wildlife Biology 994 7YPUJPWSLZVM-PZOLY`:JPLUJL (Terrestrial or Aquatic Biology options) from GEO 165 Geographic Information Systems 4 the University of Montana in Missoula, *73 5H[\YHS9LZV\YJL*HYLLY Montana. Credit depends on academic Enhancement 3 performance, course selection and approval 25 of course equivalencies by the U of M’s School of Forestry. Year II Term II University of Northern BC .YHK\H[LZVM[OL[^V`LHY9LUL^HISL 9949HUNLSHUK/HIP[H[4HUHNLTLU[ 9LZV\YJL4HUHNLTLU[+PWSVTHWYVNYHT 994 7YPUJPWSLZVM>PSKSPML)PVSVN` may receive up to 1.5 years credit toward 994 -PYL4HUHNLTLU[ a Bachelor of Science Degree in Natural 994 *VUZLY]H[PVU)PVSVN` 9LZV\YJL4HUHNLTLU[H[[OLH[LY8\HSP[` of Northern British Columbia (UNBC). LAW 265 Introduction to Environmental Law 3 Credit depends on academic performance, 25 course selection and approval of course equivalencies by the UNBC Program Leader 0UKPJH[LZJV\YZLZ^P[OHÄLSKZ[\K`JVTWVULU[ of Forestry for degree specializations (Forestry, Fisheries, Wildlife and Outdoor 9LJYLH[PVU Athabasca University .YHK\H[LZVM[OL[^V`LHY9LUL^HISL 9LZV\YJL4HUHNLTLU[+PWSVTHWYVNYHT QuotableQuotable receive 30 credits towards a three or four year Bachelor of Management (Post- “I have learned such a wide variety of Diploma) Degree or 60 credits towards a things. What I have learned here will Bachelor of Science (Post-Diploma) Degree. assist me in any future education or career.”

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW YOUR INVESTMENT CheckCheck out our CampusCampus Business, industrial and international Program fees will vary. Fee information is crime is increasing. The personal and available in the online Calendar at Contact us today to receive a tour of economical losses suffered annually have www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. our campus or take us for a spin as a generated the need for competent and well Please select the link to your program and Student for a Day and gain valuable trained individuals who can provide safety then click on “Your Investment”. insight in the program of your choice. HUKWYV[LJ[JVYWVYH[LHZZL[Z;OL9PZR 4HUHNLTLU[VUL`LHY*LY[PÄJH[LLX\PWZ CURRICULUM Call 403-320-3490 or e-mail graduates with the skills and knowledge to PUMV'SL[OIYPKNLJVSSLNLHIJH acquire employment in this industry. Year I Term I Credits for details!

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES CJP 161 Ethics & Interpersonal Skills @V\Y*LY[PÄJH[LPU9PZR4HUHNLTLU[^PSS in CJ (DL) 3 prepare you for a wide range of career CJP 164 Loss Prevention 3 VWWVY[\UP[PLZPUJS\KPUN! *17 +P]LYZP[`0ZZ\LZPU*YPTPUHS Justice (DL) 3 • Loss Prevention ENG 175 English Composition I (DL) 3 • Hospital Security LAW 165 Criminal Law (DL) 3 • Hotel Security 79:,MMLJ[P]L7YLZLU[H[PVU • Bank Security Speech (DL) 3 • Casino Security 18 • Security Consulting Year I Term II ADMISSIONS CJP 167 Security Emergency Planning 3 New students are accepted into the *17 :LJ\YP[`0U]LZ[PNH[PVU 9PZR4HUHNLTLU[WYVNYHTMVY[OL-HSS CJP 169 Security Management 3 (September) term. CJP 176 Security Surveys 3 COM 175 Applied English & Communication ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS in CJ 3 Applicants are required to have an Alberta PED 251 Self Defence and Fitness 3 High School Diploma or equivalent. To 18 ensure that learners meet the basic standards required to give them a realistic chance for success in the program, GRADUATION applicants are required to undergo Upon successful completion of all program placement testing. From these tests, a requirements, students are awarded a score is generated which may be used to *LY[PÄJH[LPU9PZR4HUHNLTLU[ place the applicant on an admission list. The screening will guide the assigning of academic support within the program.

Medical Requirements Although no physical requirements are placed on applicants for entry to the program, applicants are required to take a medical examination to ensure that their cardiovascular system is suitable to undertake strenuous exercise. In addition, applicants are advised to undergo eyesight/ colour vision testing for compatibility with the requirements of employers.

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Non-Academic Requirements Our innovative and very accessible Special Your Special Needs expertise will be in high Applicants are advised that they will be Needs Educational Assistant two-year demand and employment opportunities YLX\PYLK[VWYV]PKLH*YPTPUHS9LJVYK diploma program will give you the skills you PUJS\KL! Check and an Alberta Children’s Services need to help students with special needs 0U[LY]LU[PVU9LJVYK*OLJR09*OLJR reach their full educational potential. • Elementary, Middle and High Schools ILMVYLLU[LYPUN[OLÄLSK^VYRL_WLYPLUJL • Kindergartens & Preschools component of the program. The existence of If you enjoy working with children and 9LJYLH[PVUHUK*VTT\UP[`*LU[YLZ a criminal record may affect work experience adolescents with special needs and would • Before & After School Programs placement, program completion and like to help teachers provide a healthy • School Lunch Programs employment prospects. The consequences learning environment, this is the profession • Community Support Workers of a prior criminal record will be examined for you. You can begin studying for this • Early Intervention Programs and discussed on an individual basis. On- rewarding career in schools and educational • Hutterite Colonies campus students are required to complete settings full-time and part-time, on-campus • Vocational Support Workers practicums in elementary, junior and/or and through distance learning. Classes • Library Assistants senior high schools. Every effort is made to are available during the day, evening and • Private Schools provide placements in Lethbridge; however, weekends. 9LZWP[L*HYL[V7HYLU[ZVM*OPSKYLU^P[O some placements may occur in outlying Special Needs communities. Students who are completing We give you a comprehensive, practical practicum through distributed learning may introduction to topics ranging from an ADMISSIONS complete these practicums in their own overview of children with special needs who 8\HSPÄLKHWWSPJHU[ZTH`ILHKTP[[LK communities or nearby areas. have developmental disabilities, assisting into programs outside of normal intakes. with language arts, applied behavioural Interested applicants are considered on YOUR INVESTMENT analysis and the role of the Special Needs an individual basis for acceptance into a Program fees will vary. Fee information is Educational Assistant. Other topics WYVNYHTPUHUHS[LYUH[P]LVYTVKPÄLKMVYTH[ available in the online Calendar at covered are how to work with children who www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. have fetal alcohol syndrome, speech and Academic Requirements Please select the link to your program and language problems, sensory impairments Applicants are required to have a High then click on “Your Investment”. and behaviour disorders. You’ll also spend School Diploma or equivalent, with a [PTLPU^VYRWSHJLIHZLKÄLSKWSHJLTLU[Z TPUPT\TVM PU,UNSPZO3HUN\HNL(Y[Z testing your skills and abilities in a real world (ELA) 30-1 or 30-2. Applicants not having environment. At the end of the program, the admission requirements can apply as you’ll have a valuable combination of theory Alternate Admission candidates. To provide and hands-on experience preparing you the basis for acceptance, one or more of to work in a wide range of educational [OLMVSSV^PUNTH`ILYLX\LZ[LK!VMÄJPHS settings. Become a Special Needs documents to verify academic history, an Educational Assistant and experience the interview, an admission placement test or a satisfaction of helping children with a range writing sample. of exceptionalities overcome obstacles and achieve their learning potential. Applicants wishing to register in Year II of the Special Needs Educational Assistant Diploma program are required to have successfully completed Year I of a Special 5LLKZ,K\JH[PVUHS(ZZPZ[HU[*LY[PÄJH[LVY equivalent from a recognized college.

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CURRICULUM QuotableQuotable Year II Term I Credits 56;,!+PZ[YPI\[LK3LHYUPUNZ[\KLU[ZMVSSV^ “I get satisfaction in helping children term schedule. PSY 250 Educational Psychology (DL) 3 overcome obstacles. My instructors are highly experienced, passionate Year I Term I Credits EDU 266 Sensory Impairments 3 EDU 255 Educational Trends 2 HIV\[[OLÄLSKHUKZOV^NLU\PUL concern for the community.” ,+< 9VSLVM[OL:WLJPHS5LLKZ CPU 253 Technology in Education 3 Educational Assistant (DL) 2 HTH 250 Health Issues in Education 3 =HOP[9`ZOLUP ENG 150 Composition (DL) 3 FWK 260 Field Placement III 3 Special Needs Educational 69 17 ENG 190 Introduction to Language & Literature (ZZPZ[HU[*LY[PÄJH[L» 69HU`V[OLY,UNSPZOHIV]L[OL¸¹SL]LS Year II Term II “I came back to school as an adult. *64 0U[LYWLYZVUHS9LSH[PVUZOPWZ Communication (DL) 3 EDU 250 Speech & Language Development 3 The human services instructors are 69 EDU 260 Positive Behavioural Supports 3 kind and competent and have the CYC 157 Communication Skills & Helping ECE 270 Inclusion of Children with Special student’s best interest at heart. As far 9LSH[PVUZOPWZ Needs (DL) 3 as I know, LCC is the only college that PSY 170 Human Development Across the FAS 155 Intervention Strategies for has an online SNEA course. Thanks Lifespan (DL) 3 FASD (DL) 3 LCC!” 9:7 6IZLY]H[PVUHUK(ZZLZZTLU[+3 FWK 262 Field Placement IV 3 69 Elective 3 Louise Krohman *@* 6IZLY]H[PVU9LWVY[PUN 18 DL Learner from Vancouver Assessment 3 ECE 159 Children with Special Needs (DL) 3 Electives FWK 160 Field Placement I (DL) 2 Students may select from the following courses. 19 Choices are dependent on scheduling. Other electives may be chosen with permission prior to Year I Term II enrolment and completion of the course.

SOC 150 Multicultural Seminar (DL) 1 PSY 253 Child Psychopathology 3 69 PSY 260 Abnormal Psychology (DL) 3 SOC 273 Multicultural Issues 3 PSY 277 Addictions 3 EDU 155 Math Instructional Support (DL) 3 ,5. *OPSKYLU»Z3P[LYH[\YL EDU 156 Language Arts Instructional HSP 155 Introduction to Art Therapy 3 Support (DL) 3 SOC 260 Social Problems 3 9:7 (WWSPLK)LOH]PV\Y(UHS`ZPZ+3 SOC 263 Diverse Cultural Communities 3 HSP 150 Foundations in Human SOC 270 Sociology of the Family 3 Services (DL) 2 FAS 150 Diagnosis of FASD (DL) 1 (DL) Course available through Distributed HSP 151 Family Systems and Development 3 Learning FWK 163 Field Placement II (DL) 2 18 or 20 GRADUATION Upon successful completion of all program requirements, students are awarded a Special Needs Educational Assistant Diploma.

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Non-Academic Requirements Our population is aging and those with @V\YKPWSVTHPU;OLYHWL\[PJ9LJYLH[PVU Applicants will be required to provide a the skills to work with seniors are in - Gerontology will prepare you to work in *YPTPUHS9LJVYK*OLJR:[HUKHYK-PYZ[ huge demand. If the opportunity to use THU`ÄLSKZPUJS\KPUN! (PKHUK*79SL]LS*ILMVYLLU[LYPUN[OL recreational activities to enhance the ÄLSK^VYRL_WLYPLUJLJVTWVULU[VM[OL quality of their lives is appealing to you, our • Mental Health Facilities program. The existence of a criminal record two-year diploma program in Therapeutic • Adult Day Programs may affect work experience placement, 9LJYLH[PVU.LYVU[VSVN`^PSSWYLWHYL`V\ 9LZWP[L*HYL-HJPSP[PLZ program completion and employment for an enjoyable career working with the • Special Assessment Units prospects. The consequences of a prior elderly. • Long-Term Care Facilities conviction will be examined and discussed :LUPVY9LJYLH[PVU-HJPSP[PLZ on an individual basis. You can study on campus, by Distributed • Adult Living Facilities Learning or customize your learning to suit • Hospitals Health Requirements your personal needs by using both delivery • Acute Care Facilities (WWSPJHU[ZT\Z[WYV]PKLHZWLJPÄJZJOLK\SL methods. You will learn how to plan and • Assisted Living Facilities of health requirements (form provided by deliver therapeutic recreation services • Senior Centres [OL;OLYHWL\[PJ9LJYLH[PVU.LYVU[VSVN` which include functional intervention, leisure • Friendship Centres program). Students are responsible for education and recreation participation • Group Homes ensuring that health requirements are kept programming. This knowledge will be :LUPVY»Z/VSPKH`9LZVY[Z current throughout the program. Failure to balanced with a thorough understanding • Senior Camps KVZVTH`HMMLJ[ÄLSK^VYRWSHJLTLU[Z of the sociological, physiological and psychological process of aging. ADMISSIONS Note: Campus-based students must New students are admitted into the JVTWSL[LÄLSK^VYRVUHM\SS[PTLIHZPZ You’ll have the opportunity to apply ;OLYHWL\[PJ9LJYLH[PVU.LYVU[VSVN` from April 1st to May 31st; students may theory and practice through two 320-hour campus-based program in the Fall be required to relocate to complete the ÄLSK^VYRWSHJLTLU[Z;VNL[OLY^P[O`V\Y :LW[LTILY[LYT8\HSPÄLKHWWSPJHU[ZTH` ÄLSK^VYRWSHJLTLU[Z+PZ[YPI\[LK3LHYUPUN faculty advisors, you can select placements be admitted into programs outside of normal Z[\KLU[ZT\Z[JVTWSL[LÄLSK^VYRVUH ^OLYL`V\^PSSILZ\WLY]PZLKI`HX\HSPÄLK intakes. Interested applicants are considered full-time basis. Students may be required 9LJYLH[PVU;OLYHWPZ[¶HUKZ[\KLU[ZOH]L on an individual basis for acceptance into a [VYLSVJH[L[VJVTWSL[L[OLÄLSK^VYR found placements from Victoria all the way WYVNYHTPUHUHS[LYUH[P]LVYTVKPÄLKMVYTH[ placements. to Newfoundland! Academic Requirements YOUR INVESTMENT At the end of the program, you’ll have Applicants are required to have an Alberta Program fees will vary. Fee information is HKPWSVTHPU;OLYHWL\[PJ9LJYLH[PVU High School Diploma or equivalent with a available in the online Calendar at - Gerontology, a comprehensive, practical minimum 65 per cent in English Language www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca/programs/. understanding of therapeutic recreation Arts (ELA) 30-1 or 30-2 or equivalent and Please select the link to your program and and gerontology and the skills required for 50 per cent in Biology 30. Students lacking then click on “Your Investment”. immediate employment! Get ready for a Biology 30 requirements are required successful career enhancing the lives of to complete BIO 149 Introduction to seniors by coming to Lethbridge College. 7O`ZPVSVN`PU[OLPYÄYZ[[LYT

Alternate Admission applicants are required to have a minimum 60th percentile in 9LHKPUNHUK[OWLYJLU[PSLVU:LU[LUJL Skills sections of placement testing. Students that lack Biology 30 entrance requirement are required to complete BIO 0U[YVK\J[PVU[V7O`ZPVSVN`PU[OLPYÄYZ[ term.

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CURRICULUM GRADUATION Check out our CampusCampus Upon successful completion of all Year I Term I Credits requirements, students are awarded a Contact us today to receive a tour of ;OLYHWL\[PJ9LJYLH[PVU.LYVU[VSVN` our campus or take us for a spin as a *640U[LYWLYZVUHS9LSH[PVUZOPWZHUK Diploma. Student for a Day and gain valuable Communications (DL) 3 insight in the program of your choice. CPU 151 Introduction to Computers (DL) 3 TRANSFERS ENG 150 Composition (DL) 3 University of Calgary Call 403-320-3490 or e-mail PSY 177 Psychology of Aging (DL) 3 Graduates will be considered for entrance PUMV'SL[OIYPKNLJVSSLNLHIJH ;9. 0U[YVK\J[PVU[V;OLYHWL\[PJ into U of C’s 10 full course equivalent for details! 9LJYLH[PVU+3 )HJOLSVYVM*VTT\UP[`9LOHIPSP[H[PVU HSP 150 Foundations of Human program. Services (DL) 2 Athabasca University ;9. 3LHKLYZOPW;OLVY`+3 Diploma graduates may receive a block QuotableQuotable BIO 149 Introduction to Physiology * (DL) 2 transfer of 60 credits (2+2 years) toward the 21 120-credit Bachelor of Professional Arts “I wanted a college with smaller class in Human Services Degree at Athabasca sizes, and more time to interact with 9LX\PYLKPM[OLZ[\KLU[KVLZUV[OH]L)PVSVN` University. 30 or equivalent the instructors. It was easy to ask Diploma graduates may receive a block questions.” Year I Term II transfer of 30 credits towards the three or four year Bachelor of Management (Post- Kristin Smith BIO 152 Physiology of Aging (DL) 3 Diploma) programs. ;OLYHWL\[PJ9LJYLH[PVU *64/LSWPUN9LSH[PVUZOPWZ+3 University of Regina (Gerontology) ’05 CPU 251 Computer Applications (DL) 3 Diploma graduates receive a block two- ;9. ;OLYHWL\[PJ9LJYLH[PVU7YVNYHT `LHY[YHUZMLY[V[OLVYROV\YZ+3 University of Lethbridge 18 Lethbridge College graduates may apply their diploma to four courses or 12 Year II Term I \UZWLJPÄLKJYLKP[ZPU[OL-HJ\S[`VM(Y[ZHUK Science at the U of L. ;9. (ZZLZZTLU[+3 ;9. ;OLYHWL\[PJ0U[LY]LU[PVU ;9. ;OLYHWL\[PJ9LJYLH[PVU7YVNYHT Planning II 3 ;9. ;OLYHWL\[PJ3LPZ\YL7YVNYHTZ ` 19

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW ADMISSIONS CURRICULUM Do you enjoy working with people in a 8\HSPÄLKHWWSPJHU[ZTH`ILHKTP[[LK fast-paced and team-based environment? into programs outside of normal intakes. Credits Would you like to develop an exciting career Interested applicants are considered on helping others in a medical setting? Our an individual basis for acceptance into *64 0U[LYWLYZVUHS9LSH[PVUZOPWZHUK intensive Unit Clerk Training program will HWYVNYHTPUHUHS[LYUH[P]LVYTVKPÄLK Communications (DL) 3 give you the foundation you need to build a format. New students are accepted into ENG 142 English for Allied Health and JHYLLYPU[OPZPTWVY[HU[ÄLSK the Unit Clerk Training program for the Wellness 3 Winter (January) term only. Total number CPU 151 Introduction to Computers (DL) 3 Unit Clerks transcribe and process doctors’ of admissions is based on employment CSP 150 Medical Terminology / Anatomy orders as well as manage patient records. demand. and Physiology 4 The Unit Clerk plays a crucial role in health HTH 121 Hospital Administration 2 care, helping doctors communicate with Academic Requirements /;/ 7H[PLU[»Z9LJVYKZ;YHUZJYPIPUN nurses and ensuring that patients receive Applicants are required to have an Alberta Orders 3 the care they need. We’ll give you a practical High School Diploma or equivalent with HTH 131 Unit Clerk Practicum (3 weeks) 2 introduction to topics ranging from medical English Language Arts (ELA) 30-1 or 30-2 HTH 141 Health Care Billing 2 terminology, anatomy and physiology to at 60 per cent or 65 per cent respectively. 22 hospital administration, transcribing orders Proof of typing a minimum of 30 words per and health care billing. minute is also required. (DL) indicates courses available through Distance Learning. After only 20 weeks including a three week Non-Academic Requirements practicum, you can take your credential Applicants are advised they will be required GRADUATION of Academic Achievement for Unit Clerk [VWYV]PKLH*YPTPUHS9LJVYK*OLJR Upon successful completion of all Training and begin your career in health care before entering the practicum experience program requirements, completion of a administration! component of the program. The existence JVTWYLOLUZP]LL_HT^P[OHTPUPT\T of a criminal record may affect practicum and completion of the practicum, students CAREER OPPORTUNITIES placement, program completion and are eligible for a Credential of Academic Your Credential of Academic Achievement employment prospects. The consequences Achievement in Unit Clerk Training. for Unit Clerk Training will prepare you for of a prior criminal conviction will be entry-level positions in a variety of medical examined and discussed on an individual LU]PYVUTLU[ZPUJS\KPUN! IHZPZ*VZ[VMH*YPTPUHS9LJVYK*OLJRPZ Check out our CampusCampus approximately $55. • Hospitals Contact us today to receive a tour of • Doctor’s Practices Health Requirements our campus or take us for a spin as a • Medical Clinics (WWSPJHU[ZT\Z[WYV]PKLHZWLJPÄJZJOLK\SL Student for a Day and gain valuable • Private Health Care Providers of health requirements (form provided insight in the program of your choice. • Long-Term Care Facilities by the Unit Clerk program). Students 9LZWP[L-HJPSP[PLZ are responsible for ensuring that health Call 403-320-3490 or e-mail • Hospice Facilities requirements are kept current throughout PUMV'SL[OIYPKNLJVSSLNLHIJH • Health Care Agencies the program. Failure to do so may affect for details! work-site based experience.

Applicants must possess the ability to perform the physical and mental/emotional duties of the Unit Clerk Training Program. Applicants may be required to provide a physician’s medical report at the request of the program and/or have an assessment at the work site to determine suitability for the program.

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Programs at colleges and universities must receive formal approval by the Ministry of Advanced Education, Alberta. The MVSSV^PUNPZHSPZ[VMWYVNYHTZ[OH[3L[OIYPKNL*VSSLNLPU[LUKZ[VVMMLYVUJLÄUHSHWWYV]HSOHZILLUNYHU[LK7SLHZLUV[L[OL ZWLJPÄJWYVNYHTZMVY[OLPU[LUKLK`LHYVMPTWSLTLU[H[PVU:OV\SK`V\OH]LX\LZ[PVUZWLY[HPUPUN[V[OLZLWYVNYHTZWSLHZL call the program contacts listed below.

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BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION – INTERNATIONAL MAJOR Proposed Implementation September 2007 *OHPY!*OLY`S7VSST\SSLY *OLY`S7VSST\SSLY'SL[OIYPKNLJVSSLNLHIJH • This major is intended for international learners from other countries who are transferring from another institution that has signed a formal agreement with Lethbridge College.

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105 Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships are a combination of The Cook, Parts Technician and Welder on-the-job training, work experience and apprenticeships last three years while the technical training in a trade. People who Automotive Service Technician, Carpenter, want to take an apprenticeship must Electrician and Heavy Equipment Technician IL^VYRPUNPU[OLÄLSKHUKT\Z[ÄUKHU apprenticeships take four years to complete. employer who is willing to sponsor them. Employers and employees sign a Contract (WWYLU[PJLZOPWWYVNYHTZYLX\PYL [V of Apprenticeship, so that the apprentice will weeks of classroom training each year, in work and earn money while training. addition to on-the-job training. The Weekly Apprenticeship Training System (WATS) (WWYLU[PJLZZWLUKHIV\[ WLYJLU[ format allows apprentices to take classes of their time learning on the job from a once a week during the term of their X\HSPÄLK[YHKLZWLYZVU;OL`ZWLUK[OL apprenticeship. At Lethbridge College, the remaining 20 percent of their time taking Cook and Parts Technician apprenticeships specialized training courses, usually from follow the WATS format. First-to-third year colleges or technical institutes. There distance electricians have six months are regular schedules of pay associated to complete the course and fourth year with apprenticeship sponsorship and the distance electricians have nine months. Training Board provides information on [OPZ9LJLP]PUN`V\YJLY[PÄLKºQV\YUL`THU» We’d be happy to show you around! We are WHWLYZVYº[PJRL[»\WVUJVTWSL[PVUVM`V\Y proud of the quality of our trade facilities. apprenticeship demonstrates your skill level ;VHYYHUNLH[V\YJHSS based on provincial and industry standards. (Extension 3490) or, to register, review the information below. Each province controls its own apprenticeship training programs. The If you are an apprentice and would like to Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training register for training courses at Lethbridge Board controls apprenticeships in Alberta. *VSSLNLWSLHZLJVU[HJ[! It sets the curriculum for each program and regulates the term and conditions Tel. 403.320.3323 of apprenticeship. Colleges in Alberta Fax 403.317.3503 deliver apprenticeship training courses, ;VSS-YLL following the curriculum set by the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training Board. If you would like to become an apprentice, JVU[HJ[! ;OLOPNOKLTHUKMVYX\HSPÄLK[YHKLZWLVWSL means that levels of completion can be The Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry very good! Our facilities are modern Training Board and well equipped. You’ll use the latest equipment and take classes from instructors www.tradesecrets.org with real industry experience. In fact, for ,THPS!HP[PUMV'NV]HIJH the last four years, Lethbridge College instructors have been named the best in Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry [OLÄLSKMVYZV\[OLYU(SILY[HI`[OL(SILY[H ;YHPUPUN)VHYK3L[OIYPKNL6MÄJL Apprenticeship and Industry Training Board. 7YV]PUJPHS)\PSKPUN9VVT 200 – 5th Avenue South At Lethbridge College, we have over 40 Lethbridge, AB T1J 4C7 years of experience training apprentices for successful careers. ;LSLWOVUL! -H_! We offer apprenticeship training for seven *HYLLY0UMVYTH[PVU/V[SPUL! [YHKLZ! Ask about the Alberta Apprenticeship • Automotive Service Technician Scholarship Program. You might discover • Carpenter `V\»YLLSPNPISLMVYHÄUHUJPHSH^HYK • Cook • Electrician • Electrician – Alternate Delivery • Heavy Equipment Technician • Parts Technician • Welder

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AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE CARPENTER COOK (WEEKLY APPRENTICESHIP TECHNICIAN TRAINING) Frank Pawlak 403.320.3419 7H[(ZWS\UK MWH^SHR'SL[OIYPKNLJVSSLNLHIJH Charles Parker 403.320.3226 WH[HZWS\UK'SL[OIYPKNLJVSSLNLHIJH JOHYSLZWHYRLY'SL[OIYPKNLJVSSLNLHIJH From major construction projects like North Americans love their cars and when IYPKNLZHUKI\PSKPUNZ[VZTHSSÄUPZOPUN With the right combination of ingredients, their favourite vehicle needs attention, they touches a new homeowner can be proud training and skill, you can create magic in want to turn to someone they can trust to of, carpenters have a wide range of career the kitchen. Lethbridge College has the provide the service they need. That’s where options available. You can put your skills recipe for your success with our Cook you come in. and knowledge to use providing a service Apprentice program. You supply the that continues to be in strong demand. enthusiasm and desire to achieve, and we’ll As an Automotive Service Technician, you supply the experience you need to keep can provide preventative maintenance, Keep your personal interests in mind as you your apprenticeship on the right track. diagnose faulty systems, and repair set your goals as a carpenter. Your ability to automotive vehicles and light trucks. read plans, select and measure materials, As a Cook Apprentice you will learn through You can adjust, test and repair engines, and coordinate projects can help ensure observation, practice and study. With the steering systems, braking systems, drive costly mistakes and omissions are avoided Weekly Apprenticeship Training System trains, vehicle suspensions, electrical and on the job site. Attention to detail will keep (WATS) at Lethbridge College, the training air-conditioning systems. You’ll even make things from falling through the cracks. You takes place with your needs in mind. One sure the ride stays smooth through wheel- can look forward to pursuing a range of day a week is spent at the College gaining balancing and alignment when needed. opportunities or specializing in one type the formal experience vital to your culinary of work such as framing, concrete work or future. For the rest of the week you will be The direction you choose to follow for your ÄUPZOPUN^VYR@V\JV\SK^VYRHSVULPU putting what you’ve learned to practical career could see you working in a large teams or with helpers. Whatever direction experience on the job. It’s the perfect blend shop, specializing in repairing, rebuilding `V\[HRL`V\»SSÄUK[OL^VYRYL^HYKPUNPM that allows you to pursue your education HUKZLY]PJPUNZWLJPÄJWHY[ZSPRLIYHRPUN you take pride in creating a variety of things while continuing to earn an income. suspension or steering systems. In smaller with your hands and honing your expertise shops, Automotive Service Technicians in woodcraft. From catering special banquets to preparing may work on a wider variety of repair jobs, meals for large institutions to cooking up beginning by reading the work order and At Lethbridge College, we’ll provide you with gourmet delights in an upscale restaurant, examining the vehicle. It’s the type of career the high-quality training you want as part of your Cook Apprentice training will prepare that can be particularly rewarding if you your Carpenter apprenticeship. You’ll relate you for a host of opportunities. You will also enjoy doing precise work that is varied and well to our instructors as they share their ILULÄ[MYVT3L[OIYPKNL*VSSLNL»Z^LSS challenging. practical experiences with you. You’ll also deserved culinary reputation. Our instructors appreciate our shops, which will give you have been recognized with everything from You’ll train in small classes with lots of access to the equipment and experience provincial to international awards for their OHUKZVUWYHJ[PJL@V\»SSHSZVÄUK[OH[V\Y `V\ULLK[VZ\JJLLKPU`V\YJOVZLUÄLSK skills. Their commitment to their craft is shop facilities have state-of-the-art tools your guarantee of a quality experience at and equipment that you will use to repair a Lethbridge College. wide variety of vehicles. :PTPSHY3L[OIYPKNL*VSSLNLVW[PVU!*\SPUHY` :PTPSHY3L[OIYPKNL*VSSLNLVW[PVU! Careers Diploma – a 16-month diploma (\[VTV[P]L:`Z[LTZ*LY[PÄJH[L¶H^LLR program. For details, please refer to the JLY[PÄJH[LWYVNYHT-VYKL[HPSZWSLHZLYLMLY program information pages. to the program information pages.

107 ELECTRICIAN Alternate Delivery - HEAVY EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN :LSM7HJLK,SLJ[YPJPHU;YHPUPUN(K]HU[HNLZ! John Vermeer 403.320.3366 7H[(ZWS\UK QVOU]LYTLLY'SL[OIYPKNLJVSSLNLHIJH • Work at your own pace WH[HZWS\UK'SL[OIYPKNLJVSSLNLHIJH • Students in remote locations minimize If you thrive on the opportunity to use your time away from home Do you like tinkering on a large scale? As a skills in a variety of settings, a career as an +VUV[ULLK[VILH^H`MYVT^VYRMVY Heavy Equipment Technician, you’ll discover electrician could really light up your future. to 12 weeks ^OH[P[»ZSPRL[V^VYRVU[OLYLHSS`IPNº[V`Z» Electricians install, alter, repair and maintain • Advisor that may be contacted by systems designed to provide heat, light, phone or e-mail Heavy Equipment Technicians repair, WV^LYJVU[YVSZPNUHSVYÄYLHSHYTZMVYHSS overhaul and maintain mobile heavy types of buildings, structures and premises. Entrance Requirements equipment such as highway transport You must be an indentured Electrician vehicles, construction and earthmoving @V\^VU»[ÄUK`V\YZLSMZ[\JRPUHUVMÄJL Apprentice that has been indentured in the equipment, tractors and mobile industry somewhere as an Electrician. Depending on WHZ[ TVU[OZVYOHZH[[LUKLKH[LJOUPJHS equipment. If you like to tackle mechanical the direction your career follows, you can [YHPUPUNWLYPVKPU[OLWHZ[ TVU[OZ0M`V\ work from a logical perspective, this could expect work conditions to vary with each have attended a technical training period, IL[OLJHYLLYMVY`V\0[»ZHSZVHÄLSK^P[O job, especially in construction. From working you must have a pass mark of 75 percent or strong job prospects now and for the future. outdoors on scaffolding to indoor jobs in better on your provincial exam. clean comfort, the changes can be dramatic, You can expect everything from routine helping to ensure you won’t be bored with Time Requirements work to situations that will challenge your your chosen career. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd year students have up to skills and abilities. Heavy equipment six months to complete the course, and 4th technicians employed by companies with If you enjoy working with people, you year students have 9 months to complete. their own heavy duty equipment usually JV\SKJVUZPKLYZWLJPHSPaPUNPUZWLJPÄJ follow a regular checklist of inspections for types of installations, such as residential Supply Requirements preventative maintenance and make any (housing developments), commercial A computer with a printer, using Internet necessary repairs. In larger shops, you could VMÄJLI\PSKPUNZPUZ[P[\[PVUHSOVZWP[HSZVY Explorer 4.0 or higher with Internet access. specialize in engine overhaul, power shift industrial (plants, factories). Being organized transmissions, fuel pumps and injectors, and having a friendly, courteous approach is How Do I Progress Through the Course? hydraulic controls, electrical and electronic vital to jobs in these areas. Lethbridge College course material that is equipment, air-conditioning, or track supplied through the Lethbridge College equipment. Our instructors maintain close ties to Bookstore is the primary source of material. industry to stay on top of trends and At the end of each module, you will be @V\»SSHSZVÄUK[OH[`V\Y^VYRLU]PYVUTLU[ provide you with the best education for required to write an end of module quiz will vary considerably from one job to your investment. Classes are limited to a that you access through the Internet. These HUV[OLY@V\JV\SKÄUK`V\YZLSMPUHTVKLYU maximum of 16 students which provides quizzes are used to ensure that you have lab overhauling fuel injection pumps for a low student-to-instructor ratio and understood the module material. Throughout and delivery systems, or you could be in enhanced learning. Our modern facilities are the course, you will be required to write JVUZ[Y\J[PVUÄLSKZ^VYRPUNYPNO[VUZP[L well-equipped and impeccably maintained. supervised exams. These marks will count contributing directly to the success of a [V^HYKZ`V\YÄUHSTHYRPU[OLJV\YZL@V\ ZWLJPÄJWYVQLJ[,P[OLY^H``V\»SSÄUKP[H Lethbridge College offers the electrician must obtain a 65 percent average in theory, rewarding experience if you enjoy achieving program to indentured apprentices through SHIHUKJVKL[VILX\HSPÄLK[V^YP[L`V\Y expertise with precise work, problem-solving CBAT or Alternate Delivery. provincial exam. The site for writing these and working with your hands. supervised exams will be at Lethbridge The CBAT delivery method, which is for College or a site that is closer to the :PTPSHY3L[OIYPKNL*VSSLNLVW[PVU! most apprentices, provides you with a student’s residence which will be arranged Agricultural and Heavy Equipment ÅL_PISLHWWYVHJO[V`V\Y[YHPUPUN;OPZ at the time of registration. Labs must be ;LJOUPJPHU*LY[PÄJH[L¶HVUL`LHY VW[PVUVMMLYZZL]LYHSHK]HU[HNLZPUJS\KPUN! completed at Lethbridge College during JLY[PÄJH[LWYVNYHTLX\P]HSLU[[V[OLÄYZ[ normal class hours, and must be booked and second years of apprenticeship training. • a combination of lectures, labs and with your advisor. For details, please refer to the program self-study, that lets you work at your information pages. own pace; How Do I Begin? ÅL_PIPSP[`PUJVTWSL[PVU[PTLZHZ ,SPNPISLHWWYLU[PJLZT\Z[ÄYZ[JVU[HJ[[OL Z[\KLU[ZJHUJVTWSL[L! Electrical program at Lethbridge College - in less than the required eight or for an interview (contacts are listed below). 12 weeks Once department approval has been given, - in more than eight or 12 weeks, `V\TH`JVU[HJ[[OL9LNPZ[YHY»Z6MÄJL[V up to 25 percent extra time if you enrol in the program. You will be contacted HYLOH]PUNKPMÄJ\S[`SLHYUPUN[OL by a Co-ordinator who will supply you with material; information needed to receive materials and • students have direct access to ID numbers. instructors on a one-to-one basis at least three hours per day. *HS>OP[LOLHKVY9VU9LNPLY LTHPS!LS[YLT'SL[OIYPKNLJVSSLNLHIJH

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PARTS TECHNICIAN WELDER

7H[(ZWS\UK Mel Visser 403.320.3247 WH[HZWS\UK'SL[OIYPKNLJVSSLNLHIJH T]PZZLY'SL[OIYPKNLJVSSLNLHIJH

Knowing what is what and where it is Turn up the heat on your future and get located in a large warehouse requires a involved with an apprenticeship that can special set of skills that you can acquire allow you to build a solid career. Welders are as a parts technician. It can be the ideal in demand in a variety of capacities. opportunity for you if you enjoy variety, developing expertise, working with people Welders join or sever metals in beams, and participating in your customers’ girders, vessels, piping and other metal success. components. You could also be involved in making metal parts used in construction As a parts technician, you’ll manage and and manufacturing plants, or welding parts, dispense parts inventories, which may tools, machines and equipment. include automotive, heavy duty, farm implement, industrial, recreational vehicle, Welding usually involves applying heat to jobbers, plumbing, electrical and so on. metal pieces to melt and fuse them together. You may be responsible for handling stock, How you will actually do this will depend on warehousing, identifying and cataloguing the project and such things as the type of parts and assemblies, as well as ordering, metal, its size and shape, and requirements receiving, inspecting, sorting, pricing and MVYÄUPZOLKWYVK\J[Z[YLUN[O>LSKLYZ\ZL selling. It all depends upon the size of the KPMMLYLU[WYVJLZZLZHUKÄSSLYZKLWLUKPUN wholesale, retail or warehouse distribution upon the type of metal, its size and shape, business and the types of parts involved. HUKYLX\PYLTLU[ZMVYÄUPZOLKWYVK\J[ strength. If you demonstrate the necessary skills and can work effectively with people, you could @V\JHUL_WLJ[[VILPU]VS]LKPU! look forward to advancing to supervisory positions, such as parts department • electric arc welding – created as an manager, store manager, or even store LSLJ[YPJJ\YYLU[ÅV^Z[OYV\NOHU owner. With some sales experience, arc between the tip of the welding interested parts technicians can move into electrode and the metal. Filler materials sales representative positions. HYLTLS[LKHUKHKKLK[VÄSS[OLQVPU[ and make it stronger. Lethbridge College has designed this • gas welding – created from the WYVNYHTZWLJPÄJHSS`^P[O`V\PUTPUK>L combustion of burning gases, such as follow the Weekly Apprenticeship Training oxy-acetylene welding, which melts System (WATS) format. You will attend [OLTL[HS(Z^P[OHYJ^LSKPUNÄSSLY classes only one day a week, usually from materials are used to strengthen a joint. mid-day to early evening, so your time away from the job will be minimized. @V\»SSÄUK[OL^VYRYL^HYKPUNPM`V\LUQV` building things and working with little direction or supervision. To be successful in the trade, welders need manual dexterity, good vision (glasses are acceptable), eye- hand coordination, the ability to concentrate on detailed work, and patience. You should also expect to work in a variety of environments from outdoor construction sites to indoor jobs in production and repair shops.

As a welder, your career can take you to a variety of industries including vessel or structural steel assembly, steel fabrication, heavy equipment repair, pipeline construction, and commercial and industrial construction.

109 We’re turning 50

. . . and we want the community, as well as students and employees from our past, present and future, to get involved in all the celebrations! We’re Z[PSSTHRPUNV\YWHY[`WSHUZI\[OLYLHYLHML^OPNOSPNO[Z!

Kick-off Event - August 23, 2007 Be with us as we kick off our anniversary with the unveiling of our new Sciences Building (formerly LCC’s Cousins Building), a state- of-the-art facility that will bring together laboratories from several program areas.

Homecoming ‘08 - May 16-18, 2008 6\YHUUP]LYZHY``LHYOP[ZP[ZWLHRPU4H` ^P[OHTHZZP]L homecoming. Catch up with all the friends you made at LCC between 1957 and 2007.

Check out www.lcc50years.ca for details on these and other events as they unfold.

And, don’t miss out on any of the activities! If you are an alumnus, be sure we know where to send your invitations. Update your contact information in our Alumni Association database by visiting www.lccalumni.org.

Just for updating your information, you’ll have a chance to win a 5.0-megapixel Canon digital camera. Course Descriptions Course Descriptions

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COURSE NUMBERING SYSTEM 001-099 These courses are upgrading in nature and may serve to meet entrance requirements to colleges or universities. Courses in this category are not post-secondary credit courses. 100-199 0UJS\KLZJV\YZLZUVYTHSS`VMMLYLKPUJVSSLNLVUL`LHYJLY[PÄJH[LVY[OLÄYZ[`LHYVMH[^V`LHYKPWSVTHWYVNYHT • 100-149 Includes courses that normally transfer to technical institutes, colleges or apprenticeship programs. • 150-199 Includes courses that may transfer to universities for elective or subject credit. 200-299 These courses are normally offered in the second year of two-year diploma programs. All courses in this JSHZZPÄJH[PVUHYLJVUZPKLYLKZLUPVYJV\YZLZPU[OLJVSSLNLJ\YYPJ\SH • 200-249 Includes courses that normally transfer to technical institutes, colleges or apprenticeship programs. • 250-299 Includes courses that may transfer to universities for elective or subject credit. 300-399 ;OLZLJV\YZLZHYLUVYTHSS`VMMLYLKPU[OL[OPYK`LHYVMHUHWWSPLKKLNYLLWYVNYHT(SSJV\YZLZPU[OPZJSHZZPÄJH[PVU are considered senior courses in the college curricula. • 300-349 Includes courses that normally transfer to technical institutes and colleges. • 350-399 Includes courses that may transfer to universities for elective or subject credit.

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You may also need to have full-time status for other activities or organizations such as athletic participation in the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC).

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(ACC) ACCOUNTING______ACC-245 Computerized Bookkeeping ACC-258 Farm Accounting (3 credits) (5 credits) This course will build on the competencies ACC-125 Service Based Accounting This course uses an integrated accounting gained in ACC-170 (Financial Accounting (3 credits) package to introduce computerized 0[VWYV]PKLIHJRNYV\UKZWLJPÄJ[V[OL This course is an overview of basic bookkeeping to students. Upon completion operation of farms and ranches. Topics accounting concepts for a service-based of this course, students are able to open include the cash basis of accounting and business. It covers a basic understanding and close the software package; save, open its application to income tax purposes and of the accounting cycle and reinforces HUKJSVZLÄSLZ"\ZL[OLNLULYHSWH`HISLZ the accrual basis of accounting and its theoretical concepts through a basic receivables, payroll, inventory and project HWWSPJH[PVU[V[OLWYLWHYH[PVUVMÄUHUJPHS understanding of an integrated accounting ledgers; record and correct transactions; statements for creditors and managerial software package. and understand the PST, HST, and GST and purposes. The course includes a project ÄSLMVYYLTP[[HUJLVYYLM\UK:[\KLU[Z^PSS which covers the preparation of accounting ACC-126 Accounting Basics (3 credits) be able to create new projects, deal with YLJVYKZHUKÄUHUJPHSZ[H[LTLU[ZMVYH This course is an overview of basic foreign currency and import duties, utilize simulated farming operation. accounting. Topics include an introduction the budgeting allocation, look up and adjust to journals, ledgers, bank reconciliation, invoice features, plus plan, design and apply ACC-271 Intermediate Financial payroll, petty cash, GST, and other related procedures for converting from a manual Accounting I (5 credits) accounting transactions. This course is to a computerized accounting system. This course examines complexities of not eligible as an elective in the Business 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!(**VY(** HJJV\U[PUNWYPUJPWSLZMVYJVYWVYH[LÄUHUJPHS Administration program. presentation. Special emphasis is placed on ACC-250 Management Accounting I asset management and the various methods ACC-146 Bookkeeping (5 credits) (5 credits) \ZLKI`KPMMLYPUNPUK\Z[YPLZ7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! This course is an introduction to This course covers the basic concepts of ACC-175. bookkeeping. It emphasizes GAAP management accounting, consisting of the principles to complete procedures and fundamentals of accounting for planning ACC-272 Accounting for Managers statements required for the basic accounting and control. Topics include manufacturing (5 credits) cycle for service and merchandising Z[H[LTLU[Z"JVZ[]VS\TLWYVÄ[YLSH[PVUZOPWZ" ;OPZJV\YZLWYV]PKLZZLY]PJLHUKUVUWYVÄ[ businesses. Other topics covered include job order and process costing; actual, THUHNLYZ^P[OHUV]LY]PL^VMIV[OÄUHUJPHS columnar journals, subsidiary ledgers, UVYTHSHUKZ[HUKHYKJVZ[Z`Z[LTZ"ÅL_PISL and managerial concepts. It concentrates special journals, bank reconciliation, payroll, budgets; inventory planning, control, and on management accounting, including cost petty cash, GST and PST. This course is costing; and accounting for payroll. terms, cost behaviour, relevant information not eligible as an elective in the Business 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!(** and cost systems. Students learn the basics Administration program. VM[OLHJJV\U[PUNJ`JSLÄUHUJPHSZ[H[LTLU[Z ACC-251 Management Accounting II and analysis techniques. The course ACC-170 Financial Accounting I (5 credits) also covers budgets and responsibility (4 credits) ;OPZJV\YZLJV]LYZWYVÄ[WSHUUPUNJVZ[ HJJV\U[PUN7SLHZLUV[L!;OPZJV\YZLPZ This course includes fundamental allocations, joint and by-product costing, PU[LUKLKMVYZ[\KLU[ZPU[OL9LJYLH[PVU accounting principles and concepts, the inventory planning, relevant costs and -HJPSP[`6WLYH[PVUZHUK9LJYLH[PVU accounting cycle, worksheet preparation, contribution approach, accounting Management programs. accounting for sales and purchases of systems, internal control, and measuring merchandise, cash control procedures, performance, variance and analysis, ACC-273 Intermediate Financial valuation of receivables and inventories. and absorption versus variable costing Accounting II (5 credits) 6[OLY[VWPJZPUJS\KLÄUHUJPHSZ[H[LTLU[ Z[H[LTLU[Z7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!(** This course continues the examination of preparation, use of special journals and the complexities of accounting principles ledgers, and payroll. The foregoing are ACC-256 Hospitality Accounting MVYJVYWVYH[LÄUHUJPHSWYLZLU[H[PVU:WLJPHS applied in relation to the sole proprietorship, (3 credits) emphasis is placed on liability and equity with an emphasis on integrating the This is an advanced course in hospitality management and the various methods used basic concepts with accounting practice. accounting. It includes accounting principles by differing industries. Equivalent to ACC-171. PUOVZWP[HSP[`ZWLJPÄJHJJV\U[PUNZ`Z[LTZ 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!(** and production of an accurate picture ACC-175 Financial Accounting II of property revenue, expenses, and net ACC-278 Computerized Accounting for (4 credits) income. The role of inventory, computerized Management (4 credits) This course covers concepts and principles accounting and property management This course is a hands-on approach to relating to partnership and corporation systems are covered as well as payroll, performing accounting functions with pre- accounting. Other topics include accounting property and equipment, and interim and packaged computer software. It includes for plant and equipment, natural resources, annual reports. Available for American Hotel the set-up and ongoing maintenance of the intangible assets, accounting for current HUK3VKNPUN(ZZVJPH[PVU*LY[PÄJH[PVU,_HT general ledger, accounts receivable and and long-term liabilities, analysis and accounts payable. Individual accounting PU[LYWYL[H[PVUVMÄUHUJPHSZ[H[LTLU[ZHUK projects simulate real world business accounting for manufacturing operations. accounting practices. Equivalent to ACC- ,X\P]HSLU[[V(**7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!)<: HUKVULVM ACC-170. ACC-146 or ACC-170.

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(AFO) RECREATION FACILITY AFO-157 Park & Sports Field Operations AFO-163 5th Class Power Engineering OPERATIONS______(2 credits) (5 credits) This course provides training in the Power engineers supervise, operate, and AFO-130 Parks Equipment Operation operation and maintenance of parks and maintain machinery and boilers that provide (2 credits) ZWVY[ZÄLSKZ;VWPJZPUJS\KLLX\PWTLU[ power, heat, refrigeration, and other utility This course is a hands-on laboratory of planting beds, soil tests, weed control, services in large building complexes. This the common parks equipment used today. turf diseases, golf greens and tees, and JV\YZL^PSSILNYHKLK*95*9 Safe operation practices and maintenance ]HUKHSPZT;OPZJV\YZLPZNYHKLK*95*9 considerations will be covered for sod AFO-164 Facilities Practicum (3 credits) cutters, mowers, aerators, top dressers, AFO-158 Facility Maintenance Specialties Practitioners working as an operator in a chainsaws, rototillers, sweepers, trimmers (2 credits) recreation and parks setting will receive and others. This course consists of three areas of ongoing contact and input from an specialty that are chosen from a list of experienced mentor. Written reports and a AFO-150 Landscape Development/ Ä]LTHPU[LUHUJLVW[PVUZ:[\KLU[ZTH` site visitation by the mentor will be required Maintenance (3 credits) JOVVZL[VZLSLJ[!*\YSPUN4HPU[LUHUJL [VLUZ\YLHZ\MÄJPLU[SL]LSVMWYVMLZZPVUHS This course provides an overview of the with topics such as shaving, burning, rock KL]LSVWTLU[;OPZJV\YZLPZNYHKLK*9 maintenance of soil, plant materials and turf. care, pebbling, and ice repair; 2) Natural 5*9 Topics include soil improvement, selection Ice Maintenance on the developing and of appropriate plant materials, maintenance maintaining of natural ice surfaces; 3) Arena AFO-172 Turf and Landscape Irrigation of turf, and landscape development. Maintenance which addresses zamboni (3 credits) blade adjustments, resurfacing, shaving and This course covers the basic types of turf AFO-151 Building Operations & ÅVVKPUN[LJOUPX\LZLKNPUNSPULYLWHPYZ irrigation, system components, controls, Management (4 credits) and arena repairs; 4) Custodial with topics operation and water management, site ;OPZJV\YZLHKKYLZZLZ[OYLLHYLHZ!I\PSKPUN such as janitorial cleaning, product usage, plans and data collection, trouble shooting, operations and maintenance, lifecycle and custodial safety; or 5) Dry Sports PUZ[HSSH[PVUHUKYLWHPYZWLJPÄJH[PVUZHUK and risk management, and supervisory ^OPJOHKKYLZZLZOV^[VTHPU[HPUÄ[ULZZ contract management. management. Building topics include LX\PWTLU[HUKÅVVYPUNPUN`TZHUK^LPNO[ mechanical and structural maintenance, YVVTMHJPSP[PLZ;OPZJV\YZLPZNYHKLK*9 AFO-181 Aquatic Facility Operation/Mgt boiler operation, HVAC maintenance energy 5*9 (4 credits) LMÄJPLUJ`J\Z[VKPHSJHYLH\[VTH[LK This course is an in-depth study of the building systems, and trouble shooting. AFO-159 Facility Health and Safety NYV^PUNÄLSKVMW\ISPJZ^PTTPUNWVVS Students will also learn how to develop a (2 credits) operation and management. Topics risk management program and to implement This course addresses the development and PUJS\KLÄS[YH[PVUHJPKIHZLJOLTPZ[Y` lifecycle planning for facilities. This course is evaluation of municipal health and safety aquatic facility programming, and general NYHKLK*95*9 WYVNYHTZ;OPZJV\YZLPZNYHKLK*95*9 management. Students are required to LUNHNLPUÄLSK[YPWZHUKL_LYJPZLZVMH AFO-154 Area and Facility Planning AFO-161 Water Safety Instruct/Trainer WYHJ[PJHSUH[\YL[VWYHJ[PJLZWLJPÄJJV\YZL (3 credits) (4 credits) ZRPSSZ;OPZJV\YZLPZNYHKLK*95*9 This course is an in-depth examination This course equips people to instruct of a select number of common recreation aquatics programs and equip others to lead AFO-184 Ice Arena Operation & HYLHZHUKMHJPSP[PLZ;VWPJZPUJS\KL!KLZPNU [OLT:WLJPÄJ[VWPJZMVY[OPZJV\YZLPUJS\KL Management (3 credits) considerations, material selection, and class management, teaching, evaluation, This course covers detailed examinations unique operational factors. Facilities to supervision, leadership, communication, and of all major aspects of municipal ice ILL_HTPULKPUJS\KL[YHPSZH[OSL[PJÄLSKZ administration of aquatic programs. This arena operations. Major sections include community centres, tennis courts, golf JV\YZLPZNYHKLK*95*9 principles of refrigeration, building, plant courses, playscapes, parking areas, BMX and ice maintenance, energy conservation, tracks and others. AFO-162 NLS Lifeguard and Instructor scheduling, general management, security, (4 credits) as well as unique design and construction AFO-156 Golf Course Specialties NLS education is designed to develop considerations. This course will be graded (3 credits) a sound understanding of lifeguarding *95*9 This course builds upon the turf principles, good judgment, and a mature THUHNLTLU[[HRLUPU[OLÄYZ[[LYTHZP[ and responsible attitude toward the role (AGR) AGRICULTURAL relates to operation and maintenance of VM[OLSPMLN\HYK:WLJPÄJ[VWPJZPUJS\KL TECHNOLOGY ______NVSMJV\YZLZ:WLJPÄJHSS`NYLLUZRLLWPUN teaching/learning techniques, course drainage, tournament preparation, T-boxes, WSHUUPUNZ[YVRLZZRPSSZ^H[LYYLZJ\LÄYZ[ AGR-140 Agriculture Seminar (1 credit) specialty equipment, and relations with aid, safety, and evaluation techniques. This This course is a discussion series involving other course employees, management, and JV\YZLPZNYHKLK*95*9 various outside specialists. Topics deal patrons are discussed. with contemporary problems, issues and VWWVY[\UP[PLZPU[OLÄLSKVMHNYPJ\S[\YL0[ includes a written report component.

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AGR-150 Safety in the Agriculture cycle, recording transactions, general AGR-257 Value Added Ag Production Industry (2 credits) ledger, trial balance, income statement, (3 credits) This course provides students with the IHSHUJLZOLL[JSVZPUNLU[YPLZÄ_LKHZZL[ ;OPZJV\YZLPUJS\KLZYL]PL^VM[OLWYVÄ[ skills necessary to recognize hazards and additions and disposals, depreciation, centers in the production, processing and avoid injury in the agricultural workplace. payroll and bank reconciliation. It concludes marketing of agricultural products. The Topics include assessment of workplace with preparing accounting records and LTWOHZPZ^PSSILVU[OLPKLU[PÄJH[PVUVM YPZRZÄYLWYL]LU[PVUÄYLL_[PUN\PZOLY\ZL ÄUHUJPHSZ[H[LTLU[ZMVYHZPT\SH[LKMHYTPUN opportunities for producers to gain a greater transportation of hazardous goods, proper operation. ZOHYLVM[OLV]LYHSSWYVÄ[Z;VWPJZPUJS\KL Z[VYHNLVMÅHTTHISLWYVK\J[ZZPSVZHML[` description of successful value chains, movement of agricultural equipment, proper AGR-190 Tax Management (4 credits) direct marketing alternatives, regulations trailer towing, transport signage, loading This course surveys the Canadian income HUKSPJLUZPUNVWWVY[\UP[`PKLU[PÄJH[PVU and securing cargo, and basic review of tax system as it relates to the farm business. WYVK\J[JLY[PÄJH[PVUZ[HUKHYKZZV\YJLZVM road regulations related to movement of ;VWPJZPUJS\KLWYVJLK\YLZMVYÄSPUNWLYZVUHS project development funding, and enterprise agricultural products and machinery. farm tax returns and accompanying I\KNL[PUN(ZPNUPÄJHU[WVY[PVUVM[OL schedules, assessments and appeals, course will be a major enterprise project. AGR-155 Special Agriculture Studies capital gains and exemptions, rollovers, 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!99473;)06 (4 credits) replacement property, alternate minimum MKT-152. ;OPZJV\YZLPU]VS]LZZ[\K`PUHZWLJPÄJ tax, capital cost allowance, application area related to agriculture when warranted of business losses, mandatory inventory AGR-258 Sustainable Agriculture and in demand, or when students desire adjustment, income splitting within the farm (4 credits) a course in addition to the common family and various techniques to reduce This course includes theory and practical offerings. This allows for an in-depth study [H_HISLPUJVTL*VYLX\PZP[L!(.9 3SHI applications for optimizing long-term on an individual or group basis. Students component). returns from agricultural resources, while HYLYLX\PYLK[VWYLZLU[HÄUHSYLWVY[HZ maintaining the long-term viability of the a seminar. The Agricultural Technology AGR-253 Agriculture Finance (3 credits) resources. It includes use of GPS for Program Leader must approve registration in ;OPZJV\YZLMVJ\ZLZVU[OLLMÄJPLU[\ZL precision farming, fundamentals of precision Special Agriculture Studies. Graded alpha or of capital in the farm business. Equipment farming, applications of soil surveys, aerial *95*9VU[OLHNYLLTLU[VM[OL7YVNYHT costing is covered in considerable detail. WOV[VZHUKÄLSKTHWWPUNWYLZLY]H[PVU Leader and student. Time value of money applications are of water resources, maximizing snow discussed in the context of investment, entrapment, water quality, fundamentals AGR-162 Fundamentals of Soils estate planning, loans, and buy versus lease of groundwater, prevention of water (4 credits) decisions. Loan terminology is discussed, as contamination, on farm sewage system This course covers the practical study well as the types of loans applicable to farm fundamentals, and organic farming. Also of soil. It introduces terminology and VWLYH[PVUZ,X\P]HSLU[[V(.9 included is project work which combines concepts of soils that can be used for ÄLSKHZZLZZTLU[^P[OTHUHNLTLU[WSHUUPUN effective agricultural management or AGR-254 Agriculture Research Project to develop practical action plans, including applied to specialized course work. It (2 credits) economic evaluation and application of best PUJS\KLZZVPSMVYTH[PVU"JSHZZPÄJH[PVUHUK This course is the capstone course in management practices. Major project is mapping in Canada; fundamental physical, the Agricultural Technology program. It the completion of an Alberta Environmental chemical and biological properties; fertility; provides learners with the opportunity Farm Plan for an assigned farm. introduction to the causes and remediation to further develop competencies gained 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!(.9 73;099 of soil degradation; and methods to maintain in previous course work. Learners will *VYLX\PZP[L!(.9 3SHIJVTWVULU[ ZVPSWYVK\J[P]P[`7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!(.9 prepare a production and business plan for HUK(.9 *VYLX\PZP[L!(.93 a new agricultural enterprise of interest to AGR-266 Soil Fertility (4 credits) (.9 (NYPJ\S[\YL:VPS4HUHNLTLU[ themselves. All projects will be approved This course is a comprehensive discussion credits) This course covers the following and supervised by faculty. Projects will be of fertilizers and soil fertility pertaining to HYLHZVMZ[\K`!ZVPSJVUZLY]H[PVUHUKZVPS individual efforts which include research, the production of agricultural crops. Topics productivity, methods of controlling both data compilation, economic analysis, include evaluating fertility techniques, wind and water erosion and conserving ÄUHUJPHSZ[H[LTLU[WYLWHYH[PVUYLWVY[ nutrient forms absorbed by plants, how soil moisture. Other topics include salinity preparation, and presentation of a business fertilizer nutrients are held in the soil and control, minimum tillage, surface drainage, report. The presentation will consist of a lost from the plant, the use of green manure, crop rotations, water holding capacity of multimedia supported oral presentation. organic and inorganic soil amendments, ZVPSHUKZVPSWYVK\J[P]P[`JSHZZPÄJH[PVU 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!73;)06,5. and application methods and costing. ,X\P]HSLU[[V(.97YLYLX\PZP[LZ! 994 Calculations will be done on different blends 994*VYLX\PZP[L!(.93SHI and nutrients required for different yields. component). AGR-255 Special Studies (4 credits) 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!994 :LL(.9:WLJPHS:[\KPLZMVYJV\YZL AGR-185 Farm Accounting I (4 credits) description. This course is an introduction to the principles and procedures of accounting, ZWLJPÄJHSS`HZ[OL`YLSH[L[VHMHYTI\ZPULZZ 9LX\PYLTLU[ZMVYHUHKLX\H[LZL[VM accounting records are presented and illustrated. Topics include the accounting

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AGR-270 Agricultural Business Law introduction to feed bunk management and the next generation. The planning function (4 credits) ration balancing. Labs include computer- will concentrate on techniques for effective This course covers the legal aspects of the based ration balancing, visits to local feed planning and decision-making under risk farm business. Topics include the court mills and demonstrations at Agriculture and uncertainty. A computer spreadsheet system, contract law, land law, leases, Canada. This course is not available for program will be used to design and prepare surface rights, expropriation, real estate Z\WWSLTLU[HSVYJOHSSLUNL7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! ÄUHUJPHSZWYLHKZOLL[HWWSPJH[PVUZ;OPZ transactions, secured and unsecured credit, (.9 course is not available for supplemental. bankruptcy and insolvency. AGR-282 Animal Breeding (4 credits) AGR-287 Monogastric Production AGR-271 Weeds (4 credits) This course provides a background in (4 credits) ;OPZJV\YZLJV]LYZ[OLPKLU[PÄJH[PVUVM genetic terminology, fundamentals of This course focuses primarily on swine and ^LLKZ[OLPYJSHZZPÄJH[PVUHUKNYV^[O inheritance, interactions between genetics poultry production in southern Alberta. It habits, six methods of weed control and and environment and factors affecting covers overviews of the industry, marketing control in annual and forage crops. Studies the rate of genetic change. An emphasis and production requirements, breeding, also include plant physiology and the use of is given to changing populations through nutrition, management, and environmental herbicides. Not available for supplemental. proper selection criteria and adapting the concerns. Costs of production and ,X\P]HSLU[[V73;7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!(.9 proper breeding system to meet individual enterprise viability will be examined along (.9 producers’ genetic goals. Labs include with industry concerns. Labs will be interpretation of sire catalogues, discussions conducted primarily at producer facilities AGR-272 Irrigated Crops and Scheduling with purebred producers and visits to local to ensure study of current management (4 credits) bull shows as scheduling allows. This practices and equipment. Not available for This course covers the production of the course is not available for supplemental or Z\WWSLTLU[HSVYJOHSSLUNL7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! major irrigated crops, including grasses, challenge. )06*VYLX\PZP[L!)06 legumes, grains and oilseed crops in Western Canada. Other topics covered AGR-283 Agricultural Finance (4 credits) AGR-289 Beef Cattle Production include economic importance, cultural ;OPZJV\YZLMVJ\ZLZVU[OLLMÄJPLU[\ZLVM (4 credits) practices, water requirements, soil/water ÄUHUJPHSYLZV\YJLZ^P[OPU[OLMHYTI\ZPULZZ This course builds on knowledge acquired management, soil moisture measurement, with emphasis on equipment costing, in previous animal science courses. Topics irrigation scheduling (predictive and equipment replacement decisions, budgets, focus on the beef-cow/calf calendar, monitoring methods), and stages of crop SVHUZÄUHUJPHSZ[H[LTLU[HUHS`ZPZHUK[PTL including processes and management NYV^[O*VYLX\PZP[L!(.93SHI value of money applications. This course is techniques performed at various stages component). not available for supplemental. Equivalent to of production. Feedlot management (.9 is also emphasized with concerns for AGR-273 Horticulture (4 credits) improved production and product quality This course is a study of specialized crops, AGR-285 Farm Accounting II (4 credits) while meeting animal welfare rights including general horticulture dealing This course is a continuation of Farm and maintaining a healthy environment. with propagation, growing structures, Accounting I. Topics include the cash 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!)06*VYLX\PZP[L!(.9 ]LNL[HISLZHUU\HSHUKWLYLUUPHSÅV^LYZ basis of accounting and its application to 3SHIJVTWVULU[ small fruits and houseplants. Not available income tax purposes; the accrual basis of MVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!(.9 HJJV\U[PUNHUKP[ZHWWSPJH[PVU[VÄUHUJPHS AGR-291 Ruminant Production (4 credits) (.9 statements prepared for creditors and This course focuses primarily on sheep managerial purposes; inventory; worksheet; and dairy production in Southern Alberta. 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biodiversity. An applied project combines AHM-126 Safety and Hand Skills AHM-135 Mobile Hydraulics (5 credits) ÄLSKHZZLZZTLU[^P[OTHUHNLTLU[ (6 credits) This course covers the study of hydraulic planning to develop productive action plans This course is an introduction to shop fundamentals, open and closed centre and an economic evaluation for a best practice utilizing safe working habits. It systems, pumps, actuators, hoses, practices farm operation. Not available for covers shop safety related to hand tools, couplings, valves, motors, oils and test Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!(.9 WV^LY[VVSZÄYLZ^LSKPUN>/40:^PYL equipment. Equivalent to AHM-134. (.9(.9 rope, and other related hazards. Skills such *VYLX\PZP[L!(/43SHIJVTWVULU[ HZÅHYPUNZVSKLYPUNKYPSSPUN[OYLHKPUN AGR-294 Animal Health (4 credits) ÄSPUNTLHZ\YPUNHUKYLSH[LKWYVQLJ[ZHYL (ART) ART EXPLORATIONS______This course covers the basic causes and taught, as well as oxy-acetylene heating and characteristics of infectious disease with J\[[PUN40.HUKHYJ^LSKPUN*VYLX\PZP[L! ART-150 Art Explorations (4 credits) special reference to proper management AHM-126L (lab component). This course is an Introductory survey and nutrition as preventative tools. Cattle VM[OYLLHYLHZ!KYH^PUNWHPU[PUNHUK diseases are covered with an emphasis on AHM-127 Power Trains (9 credits) mixed media. Concentration on the basic PKLU[PÄJH[PVU[YLH[TLU[HUKWYL]LU[PVU( This course covers the theory of operation Introductory process involved in each herd health program is introduced, aimed at and repair of clutches, transmissions, rear acquaints students with the understanding reducing stress, minimizing treatment and H_SLHZZLTISPLZHUKÄUHSKYP]LZ/HUKZ of the organization, facility, requirements and PTWYV]PUNV]LYHSSWYVK\J[PVU7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! on experience with each component will equipment needed. In addition, hands-on BIO-175. ILWYV]PKLK*VYLX\PZP[L!(/43SHI experience in each of these areas will be component). provided. Students will be Introduced to AGR-299 Physiology of Reproduction conceptual and skills-based development (4 credits) AHM-129 Farm and Industrial Equipment in art. The emphasis of this course will This course is a study of male and female (4 credits) be on learning through examples, warm- reproductive systems, hormones of This course is a study of the operation ups, exercises, discussions, critiques and reproduction and the management of and adjustment of farm and industrial projects. Supplies are not included in the reproduction in livestock. The pathway from equipment. The theories of bearings, seals, cost of tuition. A supply list will be provided follicular development and spermatogenesis, belts and chains are an integral part of the PU[OLÄYZ[JSHZZ though pregnancy and parturition are course. Also covered will be maintenance in followed. 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(AST) AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE studied and used in a practical setting. determining the eligibility for graduation. TECHNICIAN ______Students will analyse circuits on live It provides recognition for the experiences units where possible and perform repairs gained and the physical conditioning AST-119 Basic Automotive Electrical I HZYLX\PYLK7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!(:; PU]VS]LK.YHKLK*95*9 (6 credits) *VYLX\PZP[L!(:; 3SHIJVTWVULU[ Students will study electrical theory, ATH-201 Athletics (1 credit) including electron theory, voltage, current, AST-132 Automotive Engines (11 credits) 5V[L!3PTP[LK[V[OVZLJOVZLU[VWSH`VU resistance, circuits, circuit faults and The operation of the internal combustion one of the College inter-collegiate teams. magnetism. Some simple automotive engine will be studied, along with current The credits granted are suggested by the circuits will be discussed, as will automotive industry practices for inspection and repair. Director of Athletics, and approved by the batteries. Diagnostic skills will be stressed. Testing and diagnosis will be stressed. A appropriate College administrator. Where Practical work will be performed in the shop shop engine will be dismantled, inspected possible, the course is considered for and reassembled, after which students will determining the eligibility for graduation. ÔLYLWVZZPISL*VYLX\PZP[L!(:; 3SHI component). perform repairs on live units where possible. It provides recognition for the experiences 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!(:;*VYLX\PZP[L!(:; gained and the physical conditioning AST-122 Automotive Industry (2 credits) 132L (lab component). PU]VS]LK.YHKLK*95*9 Students will practice basic computer skills while studying the various government AST-145 Performance Projects (4 credits) ATH-202 Athletics (2 credits) departments and agencies related to the Students will perform applied research into 5V[L!3PTP[LK[V[OVZLJOVZLU[VWSH`VU the extreme applications in the automotive one of the College inter-collegiate teams. 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Students’ hands-on projects *VYLX\PZP[L!(:;3SHIJVTWVULU[ ATH-203 Athletics (3 credits) begin with shop units and progress to 5V[L!3PTP[LK[V[OVZLJOVZLU[VWSH`VU one of the College inter-collegiate teams. J\Z[VTLY\UP[ZÔLYLWYHJ[PJHS*VYLX\PZP[L! (ATH) ATHLETICS ______AST-123L (lab component). The credits granted are suggested by the ATH-101 Athletics (1 credit) Director of Athletics, and approved by the AST-124 Auto Directional Control Systems 5V[L!3PTP[LK[V[OVZLJOVZLU[VWSH`VU appropriate College administrator. Where (7 credits) one of the College inter-collegiate teams. possible, the course is considered for Students will study suspension, steering The credits granted are suggested by the determining the eligibility for graduation. and alignment systems. Emphasis will be Director of Athletics, and approved by the It provides recognition for the experiences on safety, diagnosis and repair. Students appropriate College administrator. Where gained and the physical conditioning will begin with shop units and progress to possible, the course is considered for involved. J\Z[VTLY\UP[ZÔLYLWYHJ[PJHS*VYLX\PZP[L! determining the eligibility for graduation. AST-124L (lab component). It provides recognition for the experiences (BIO) BIOLOGY ______gained and the physical conditioning AST-126 Introduction to Trade Practices PU]VS]LK.YHKLK*95*9 BIO-075 Biology 075 (5 credits) (3 credits) This course is an introduction to the Students will study safety, basic materials, ATH-102 Athletics (2 credits) organization of life. A survey of the modern shop safety and tools. Basic welding will 5V[L!3PTP[LK[V[OVZLJOVZLU[VWSH`VU JSHZZPÄJH[PVUZ`Z[LT^PSSMHTPSPHYPaLZ[\KLU[Z be covered with an emphasis on safety. one of the College inter-collegiate teams. with the major groups of living organisms Students will study and practice entry level The credits granted are suggested by the and anatomical similarities and differences. jobs such as oil changes, service jobs and Director of Athletics, and approved by the :WLJPÄJ[VWPJZPUJS\KL[OLWYVJLZZLZ tire service. The focus of the class will appropriate College administrator. Where characteristic of living things, cellular be to prepare students to be productive possible, the course is considered for structure and function, the organization and in an entry-level position in the industry. determining the eligibility for graduation. IHZPZVMJSHZZPÄJH[PVU[H_VUVT`]PY\ZLZ *VYLX\PZP[L!(:;3SHIJVTWVULU[ It provides recognition for the experiences and the Kingdoms Monera, Protista, Fungi, gained and the physical conditioning Plantae and Animalia. Not available for AST-129 Auto Electrical Systems II PU]VS]LK.YHKLK*95*9 supplemental. (14 credits) Students will study automotive electrical ATH-103 Athletics (3 credits) BIO-085 Biology 085 (5 credits) systems and circuits including circuit 5V[L!3PTP[LK[V[OVZLJOVZLU[VWSH`VU This course involves the study of ecology, diagrams, circuit protection devices, circuit one of the College inter-collegiate teams. mitosis, the structure and functioning of operation and fault diagnosis. Students will The credits granted are suggested by the DNA, the process of protein synthesis, and be Introduced to basic automotive circuits Director of Athletics, and approved by the genetics. The emphasis in ecology will give and accessories, as well as starting and appropriate College administrator. Where students an understanding of the biological charging systems. Test equipment will be possible, the course is considered for world, processes involving energy transfers,

118 Course Descriptions BIO 095 - BIO 157 www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca

biogeochemical cycles, and the impact of and reproductive. The course features an informed citizens of the planet. Service humans on their environment. The role of in-depth study of skeletal, muscular, and Learning opportunities may be available. Not DNA and protein synthesis in genetics will nervous systems in the lab. Included is available for supplemental. be examined. Not open to supplemental. study of histology, internal anatomy, eye, ear, kidney, arteries, veins, and lymphatics BIO-152 Physiology of Aging (3 credits) BIO-095 Biology 095 (5 credits) as seen on models. Included is one lab This course focuses on the structure This course covers biochemistry and human Z[\K`PUNJHKH]LYZ*VYLX\PZP[L!)063 and function of the body relative to basic anatomy and physiology. Biochemistry (lab component). chemistry, histology, and body systems. provides an understanding of the chemical The body systems studied are the skeletal, processes within the human body. Human BIO-146 Joints and Soft Tissues muscular, respiratory, circulatory, nervous, anatomy and physiology includes the study (3 credits) urinary, gastrointestinal, integumentary, of the major organ systems within the This course studies the articulating surfaces endocrine, and reproductive, with an human body. Laboratory work will include of the skeleton, and their ranges of motion. emphasis on diseases and disorders microscopy, dissection and analysis of test The normal range of motion will be critically associated with aging and cancer. The results. Not open to supplemental. compared to disorders and disease involving JV\YZLPUJS\KLZSHI^VYR^P[OPKLU[PÄJH[PVU joints. Students will learn pathologies of bony landmarks on the skeleton, muscles, BIO-141 Biology for Health Sciences related to joint function, including rotator internal anatomy, heart, brain, nerves, eye, (5 credits) cuff injury, whiplash, golfer’s elbow, tennis ear, and kidney. The lab includes the use of ;OPZJV\YZLPZZWLJPÄJHSS`MVYWYLHZZLZZLK elbow, carpal tunnel syndrome, herniated TVKLSZHUKKPZZLJ[PVUZ*VYLX\PZP[L!)06 students intending to enter a program within discs, hip arthoplasty, meniscus injuries of 152L (lab component). the Centre for Health, Justice and Human the knee, sprained ankle, osteoarthritis and Services at Lethbridge College. It will rheumatoid arthritis. Emphasis will be placed BIO-155 Human Nutrition (3 credits) provide students with a multidimensional, on muscle origins, insertions and actions, This course examines the sources, contextual learning experience for their innervations and joints they act upon. composition and functions of the acquisition of pre-requisite content and Discussion of connective tissue structure macromolecules, water, vitamins, and skills in biology, including biological and ligaments will be included. minerals that are necessary components concepts, terms, and applications and the of the human body. Additionally, the social development of laboratory techniques, skills BIO-149 Introduction to Physiology context and habits of eating and food, and procedures. Successful completion (2 credits) nutrition for a healthy lifestyle, sport, and to the standard set by the program(s) This course studies the basic anatomy and disease will be discussed, as well as the pre-requisite requirement will provide physiology of the major organ systems chemical composition of food. Service VWWVY[\UP[`MVYLU[Y`PU[V[OLPKLU[PÄLK of the human body. Not available for Learning opportunities may be available. Not program(s) in the Centre for Health, Justice supplemental. available for supplemental. and Human Services. BIO-150 Cellular Basis of Life (5 credits) BIO-156 Wellness and Health Issues BIO-142 Introduction to Medical This course is a foundational post- (3 credits) Microbiology (4 credits) secondary biology course and emphasizes This course utilizes a holistic approach This course is for students intending biological chemistry, the major types of to the concepts of wellness and health. to work in a clinical setting. It provides cell structures and functions, metabolism, Wellness includes physical, emotional, an introduction to the major groups of homeostasis, cellular transport mechanisms, social, intellectual, spiritual and occupational pathogenic micro-organisms, fungi, bacteria, energy transformation pathways, DNA dimensions. Concerns and issues dealing viruses, prions, chlamydia, rickettsia, HUK95(PUNLULL_WYLZZPVU0[JVTWHYLZ with personal and community achievement protozoans and other parasites that they prokaryotes and eukaryotes. This course of wellness will be examined. Not available are likely to encounter in a clinical setting. examines body form, habitat, life cycle, for supplemental. The course covers structure, mechanisms characteristic molecules and enzymes of transmission and other characteristics in plants. It overviews use of cellular BIO-157 Diversity of Life (5 credits) of organisms concentrating on bacteria and molecular biology in agriculture, This course is a foundational biology course and viruses, and will allow students to biotechnology, medicine, and its global and complements BIO150. It emphasizes develop skills of handling, culturing, and application. In order to be successful in this anatomy and physiology, growth and recognizing these organisms. Not available course, students should have completed development of protists, fungi, plants, and MVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L!)063SHI )PVSVN`VYLX\P]HSLU[*VYLX\PZP[L!)06 animals. It examines fundamental lineages component). 150L (lab component). of eukaryotes and their biological diversity, studies cell specialization, development of BIO-145 Introduction to Anatomy & BIO-151 Environmental Issues (3 credits) tissues, organs, body systems, nutrition, Physiology (5 credits) This course is an introduction to the key and homeostasis. In order to be successful This course is a systematic study of the concepts and principles that govern how in this course, students should have structural basis of the human body. It nature works, and how they might be completed Biology 30 or equivalent. includes a study of anatomical terms, body applied to environmental and resource *VYLX\PZP[L!)063SHIJVTWVULU[ organization, basic cell structure and basic problems. Concepts are presented in the chemistry and histology of the human body. context of current environmental issues It includes the study of all body systems, facing the Earth and its inhabitants. A including integumentary, respiratory, component of the course includes lifestyle digestive, skeletal, muscular, nervous, options that may help students become circulatory, lymphatics, urinary, endocrine, more environmentally responsible and

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BIO-160 Anatomy and Physiology I HUPU]LZ[PNH[PVUVMPU[YHHUKPU[LYZWLJPÄJ BIO-168 Zoology (5 credits) (4 credits) population regulation. The collection and This course surveys the orders and major This course is a comprehensive study of analysis of ecological data is undertaken in families of mammals and birds with an the structural basis of selected systems of SHIVYH[VY`HUKÄLSKL_LYJPZLZ5V[H]HPSHISL emphasis on evolutionary biology, ecology, the human body. It is used with BIO 161 for supplemental. Equivalent to BIO-255. distribution, and behaviour. Laboratory for a complete study of the human body. *VYLX\PZP[L!)063SHIJVTWVULU[ HUKÄLSKZ[\KPLZPU]VS]LIPYKHUKTHTTHS It includes a study of anatomical terms PKLU[PÄJH[PVUJSHZZPÄJH[PVUHUKHU and body organization, basic chemistry BIO-164 Plant Taxonomy (5 credits) examination of their structural and functional of the body, histology, skeletal system, This course is a survey of the Plant adaptations. Not available for supplemental. muscular system, gastrointestinal system, Kingdom. Both lecture and lab address ,X\P]HSLU[[V)06 *VYLX\PZP[L! and reproductive system. The course [OLPKLU[PÄJH[PVUHUKJSHZZPÄJH[PVUVM )06 3SHIJVTWVULU[ includes lab work with the microscopic primitive plants, gymnosperms, and Z[\K`VMOPZ[VSVN`PKLU[PÄJH[PVUVM[OL angiosperms, including deciduous trees BIO-170 Body Structure and Function bony landmarks of the skeleton, and and shrubs (both foliage and winter (5 credits) PKLU[PÄJH[PVUVMT\ZJSLZHUK[OLPYVYPNPUZ twig condition), grasses, aquatic and This course is a systematic study of and insertions on the skeleton. Not available ^L[SHUKWSHU[ZHUKMVYIZ^PSKÅV^LYZ the macro- and micro-structural basis MVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L!)063 Emphasis is placed on the morphological, of selected systems of the body. It is (lab component). anatomical, and physiological taxonomic a comprehensive study of the basic characteristics. Habitat and plant ecological chemistry, histology, muscular, skeletal, BIO-161 Anatomy and Physiology II YLSH[PVUZOPWZZ\WWSLTLU[[OLPKLU[PÄJH[PVU gastrointestinal, respiratory, circulatory, (4 credits) HUKJSHZZPÄJH[PVU2L`PUN\URUV^UWSHU[ and urinary systems. Acid base balance This is a continuation of the BIO160 course samples is studied and practiced. Not PZPUJS\KLK3HIZPUJS\KLPKLU[PÄJH[PVUVM and completes the study of the systems of available for supplemental. Equivalent skeletal locations, origin and insertion of the human body. This is a comprehensive [V)06*VYLX\PZP[L!)063SHI selected muscles, and internal anatomy on study of the respiratory systems, circulatory component). models and by dissection. The labs include system, blood and lymphatic system, urinary urinalysis, haematology, and locations system, nervous system, special senses, BIO-165 Introduction to Biotechnology of arteries, veins and lymph nodes. Not endocrine system, and electrolytes. It (3 credits) H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L! includes labs on urinalysis and hematology This Introductory course stresses BIO-170L (lab component). HUK[OLPKLU[PÄJH[PVUVMPU[LYUHSHUH[VT` techniques, documentation and blood vessels and lymphatics, parts of the instrumentation in medicine, agriculture, BIO-175 Animal Science (4 credits) brain, cranial nerves, spinal nerves, parts of MVYLZ[Y`ÄZOLYPLZTPUPUNVJLHUVNYHWO` This introductory course is designed to the kidney, eye, and ear. The labs include the the environment, radiation, and nutrition allow students to gain a wider perspective use of models and dissections. Not available biotechnology. It introduces legal aspects, of animal husbandry practices and the MVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!)06 commercialization, and impact of various species currently under production *VYLX\PZP[L!)063SHIJVTWVULU[ biotechnology on humanity. This course in southern Alberta. The course includes a looks at recombinant DNA technology, brief introduction of physiology, nutrition, BIO-162 Microbiology (4 credits) gel electrophoresis, forensics and DNA, reproduction and current environmental and This course is an introduction to the vaccines, drug development, plant welfare issues. Basic production principles, pathogenic micro-organisms of humans breeding, cell cloning, water and solid demonstrations and hands-on lab work with a major emphasis on bacteriology and ^HZ[L[YLH[TLU[HUKZJHUUPUN!490*; HYLPUJS\KLK,X\P]HSLU[[V(.9 aseptic techniques. The primary objective ultrasound. In order to be successful in this *VYLX\PZP[L!)063SHIJVTWVULU[ of laboratory work is the handling and course, students should have completed PKLU[PÄJH[PVUVMKPZLHZLJH\ZPUNIHJ[LYPH )PVSVN`VYLX\P]HSLU[*VYLX\PZP[L! BIO-176 Food Science (3 credits) Discussed are defence mechanisms, BIO-165L (lab component). This course introduces the preservation chemical and cellular immunity and and processing techniques associated with anatomical barriers to infection in addition BIO-166 Introduction to Biotechnology food manufacturing including milk, meats, to the details of particular viral, bacterial, (6 credits) cereals, vegetables, fruits, beverages fungal, parasitic, and prion diseases/ This course is designed to introduce and confectionary items. Principles of infections. Not available for challenge or students to the concepts of biotechnology food packaging, food safety, risks and Z\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L!)063SHI as they relate to working in the OHaHYKZHYLPKLU[PÄLK^P[OHZPT\S[HULV\Z component). biotechnology industry. Included are introduction of governmental regulation of overviews of product development, GLP food and nutritional labeling. BIO-163 Terrestrial Ecology (5 credits) and cGMP, employer expectations, basic This course is a study of the laboratory math and statistics, buffer BIO-259 Animal Physiology (4 credits) interrelationships between living organisms preparation, handling of equipment and This course is an introduction to the and their terrestrial environments. reagents (eg., enzymes), introduction to physiology of livestock common to Elements of the physical world, which experimental design, safety considerations, southern Alberta. All of the major organ ZOHWLHUKKLÄULLJVZ`Z[LTZHJYVZZ[OL ethics at the workplace, and introduction to systems will be studied, with an emphasis globe, are emphasized. The distribution relevant biotech databases available on the on manipulation of the digestive and and abundance of plants and animals Web. reproductive systems to maximize are examined in relation to various production. Labs will include dissection environmental gradients. A detailed of digestive tracts (monogastrics and analysis of population ecology includes Y\TPUHU[ZHY[PÄJPHSPUZLTPUH[PVUHUK

120 Course Descriptions BIO 269 - BUS 267 www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca

ZLTLUL]HS\H[PVUVMJH[[SL7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! (BUS) BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION_ BUS-178 Information Management & )06*VYLX\PZP[L!)06 3SHI Application (3 credits) component). BUS-124 Service-Based Small Business This course is a modularized introduction to Management (3 credits) computer literacy. A general orientation to BIO-269 Aquatic Ecology (5 credits) This course is an introduction to the computers and the most popular business- This course emphasizes the biotic organization and operation of a small oriented software packages, including relationships and abiotic factors affecting business, focusing on the development of a e-mail, will be covered. Not available for ÅVYHSHUKMH\UHSJVTT\UP[PLZPUHX\H[PJ summary business plan which students can supplemental. Equivalent to BUS-173. systems along with the techniques required \ZLPU[OLVWLYH[PVUHSHUKÄUHUJPHSZ[HY[VM to sample respective aquatic fauna. their business. BUS-180 Scheduling Management ;OLPUÅ\LUJLVMJOLTPJHSHUKWO`ZPJHS (3 credits) characteristics on system productivity and BUS-158 Small Business Management This course familiarizes learners with project ecosystem health will also be studied. The (5 credits) management methodology. Students use PKLU[PÄJH[PVUZ[Y\J[\YLHUKSPMLOPZ[VY` This course is an introduction to the scheduling software for organizing, tracking traits of common aquatic organisms from organization and operation of a small and controlling common business projects the phytoplankton, zooplankton, insect, business. Topics include patterns of small VYL]LU[Z7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!)<: crustacean and bivalve groups are the business management, legal problems and LTWOHZPZVMSHIHUKÄLSKZ[\KPLZ5V[ governmental control, capital needs and BUS-181 Sales Systems (3 credits) available for supplemental. Equivalent JHWP[HSZV\YJLZHJJV\U[PUNHUKÄUHUJPHS This course will introduce learners to [V)06 *VYLX\PZP[L!)06 3SHI controls, the problems of location, the software as a tool for incorporating business component). business environmental-building site and concepts in retail, primarily in terms of related features, personnel and employee managing and controlling point of sale and BIO-270 Forensic Biology (4 credits) relationships. related services and inventory functions. This course is designed as an overview of 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!)<: forensic biology for students with a primary BUS-166 Business Law (3 credits) interest in the application of biology to the This course explains how the law governs BUS-182 Internet Skills (3 credits) sciences of forensic medicine and crime and facilitates business enterprise and This course focuses on the use of electronic detection. It is an advanced course that provides an overview of the key areas communications technology and the takes a broad approach to the study of fundamental to the running of a business analysis and creation of websites. It includes O\THU]HYPH[PVUHUKPKLU[PÄJH[PVU[YH\TH such as contracts, torts, bailment, the transfer of data between computer and death, from various perspectives such insurance, agency, employment, land applications. Not available for supplemental. as medicine and human nursing, justice and transfers, tenancy, mortgage, partnership ,X\P]HSLU[[V)<: 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! policing, prehistory and cultural context, and corporate law. )<: and general public interest. It is not a course in criminalistics. This course is a balance BUS-170 Introduction to Management BUS-266 Advanced Spreadsheet of the biological sciences of forensic (4 credits) Applications (3 credits) investigation, including genetics and This course introduces the learner to the This course covers spreadsheet applications serology, anthropology and measurement, four basic components of management - used to solve common business problems. physiology, toxicology and pathology, planning, organizing, leading and controlling. A hands-on approach is used throughout medicine and nursing. The laboratory work Students will learn the major aspects of and advanced topics include macros and provides further practical knowledge about each and apply them to various scenarios spreadsheet integration with other software ZJPLU[PÄJTL[OVKZMVYHK]HUJLKSHIVYH[VY` and case studies. Not available for challenge WYVNYHTZ7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!)<: WYVJLK\YLZZRPSSZPUPKLU[PÄJH[PVUVMO\THU or supplemental. remains, and investigative and analytical BUS-267 Database Design (3 credits) techniques of crime investigation. Not BUS-176 Financial Planning (4 credits) This course covers database application H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! This course provides the opportunity to software used to solve business problems. A )06*VYLX\PZP[L!)063SHI JYP[PJHSS`HUHS`ZLVUL»ZWLYZVUHSÄUHUJPHS hands-on approach is used throughout the component). position, gather knowledge for competent course to learn a variety of useful database decision-making regarding the accumulation KLZPNU[LJOUPX\LZ7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!)<: BIO-350 Comparative Animal Biology and growth of personal wealth, and (4 credits) increase awareness relating to the optimum This course is a survey of the higher KPZ[YPI\[PVUVMÄUHUJPHSYLZV\YJLZ animal kingdom, focusing on the biology of mammals, reptiles and amphibians. Topics BUS-177 Entrepreneurship (3 credits) covered include reproductive strategies, This course uses an interactive classroom ethology, evolutionary biology, anatomy, environment for students to learn about the physiology and ecology. Select families in ÄLSKVMLU[YLWYLUL\YZOPWHUK[VHZZLZZ[OLPY the animal kingdom will be compared across own propensity toward it. these topics. Not available for supplemental. *VYLX\PZP[L!)063SHIJVTWVULU[

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BUS-268 Organizational Behavior international business events. It offers ÄUHUJPHSJVTWLUZH[PVU"LTWSV`LLILULÄ[Z (5 credits) opportunity to apply analytical tools in and services; labour-employee relations; The primary intention of this course is to ZL]LYHSJHZLZHUKWYVQLJ[Z7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! collective bargaining and contract provide students with a comprehensive 42; ,*5 )<: administration; and occupational health and understanding of human behaviour in safety. Topics will be discussed in light of organizations. Topics include motivation BUS-278 Industrial & Labour Relations various environmental challenges such as and individual behaviour; stress and its (3 credits) government policies, demographic trends, management; perception and personality; This course places emphasis on the and organizational trends. In addition to emotions and values; decision-making; inter- practical application of basic skills required theory presented through readings, lectures and intra-group dynamics; communication; to manage either in unionized workplaces or HUK]PKLVZZWLJPÄJHWWSPJH[PVUZ^PSSIL SLHKLYZOPW"WV^LY"JVUÅPJ["HUKJOHUNL [OVZL[OH[TPNO[ILMHJLK^P[OHJLY[PÄJH[PVU analyzed through cases, videos, projects in Canadian organizations. In addition to application. Lectures, readings, case and research activities. Not available for the theory component, students will have studies, simulations, and assignments will challenge or supplemental. an opportunity to develop analytical and serve to acquaint students with the structure decision-making skills through discussion and functioning of the Canadian industrial CAD COMPUTER ASSISTED DESIGN of cases, simulation exercises, research relations system, basic employment law projects and reports. The format of the class JVUJLW[Z[OL\UPVUJLY[PÄJH[PVUWYVJLZZ CAD-155 Introductory Autocad (5 credits) uses lectures, discussion, and questions negotiation and administration of collective This course will introduce the student to and answers. Not available for challenge. agreements, strikes and dispute resolution. the fundamentals of a CAD system and 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!)<: deal with the use of CAD in the production BUS-285 Advanced Small Business of engineering drawings. Topics include BUS-269 Management Communications Management (3 credits) control commands, viewing commands, (3 credits) ;OPZJV\YZL[LHJOLZ[OLZWLJPÄJZVM[OL graphic creation commands, graphic This course provides theory and practice in management of a small business. It covers LKP[PUNJVTTHUKZJVTTHUKTVKPÄLYZ effective communication skills in relating to evaluation of a business opportunity and the RL`IVHYKTVKPÄLYZZ`TIVSJYLH[PVUSH`LYZ others both on and off the job. Emphasis VYNHUPaPUNI\`PUNMYHUJOPZPUNÄUHUJPUN and plotting skills. Learned knowledge is placed on class participation, including and marketing of a business. It discusses and developed skills will be applied to discussion groups, self-evaluation, and [OLTHUHNLTLU[VMÄUHUJLZVWLYH[PVUZ comprehensive drawing projects. Not role-play scenarios. Topics include the personnel, taxes, growth and transfer. available for supplemental. Equivalent to psychological factors of communicating, 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!)<:42; (** *(+*VYLX\PZP[L!*7< motivating others, effective listening and 170. speaking, helpful group behaviour and CAD-250 Advanced CAD I (4 credits) leadership skills. Not available for challenge BUS-291 Writing a Business Plan This course introduces students to or supplemental. (3 credits) advanced applications and customization This course teaches how to prepare a techniques applicable to AutoCAD. Topics BUS-273 Information Management workable business plan, the key to starting include 3D drawing, prototype drawing (4 credits) a successful new venture. This is an creation, plotting, linetype and hatch This course introduces and applies a application course, which allows students pattern creation, external databases, spreadsheet application as it is used to to develop and write their own business express tools, advanced dimensioning, solve common business problems. Logic plans after conducting a feasibility study. menu customization, editing the program and in-depth understanding of macros will ;OLJV\YZLZ[Y\J[\YLPZÅL_PISL[VHSSV^ WHYHTL[LYZÄSL(*(+7.7^YP[PUNH[[YPI\[L form integral components of this course. for emphasis on areas as requested by L_[YHJ[PVUÄSLZJYLH[PUNZJYPW[ÄSLZHUK 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!)<: the students. Each student will complete PTWVY[PUNHUKL_WVY[PUNÄSLZ5V[H]HPSHISL H^VYRPUNI\ZPULZZWSHU7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! 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122 Course Descriptions CAP 121 - CAP 173 www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca

(CAP) COMMUNICATION ARTS _____ Beginning skills include understanding a CAP-165 Media Tech Visual I (4 credits) news story, using a stylebook, interviewing, This course introduces students to the care CAP-121 Basic Television Operation I note taking and use of a tape recorder, and and use of video and still digital cameras (2 credits) ^YP[PUNHUKZ\WWVY[PUNHSLHK*VYLX\PZP[L! and related software. Emphasis is placed on This course is limited to Broadcast CAP-155L (lab component). developing skills to produce visual images Journalism students. It provides an used in the media and includes content and introduction to television equipment and CAP-156 Introduction to Advertising composition, dealing with variable lighting its proper use and care. Emphasis is on (3 credits) conditions, space and motion, controlling use, care and troubleshooting for television This course is an introduction to the KLW[OVMÄLSKHUKPTHNLLKP[PUN equipment maintenance. Not available for philosophy and principles of advertising JOHSSLUNLVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L! with an emphasis on the electronic and print CAP-168 Broadcast Journalism I CAP-121L (lab component). media. (5 credits) This course covers the broadcast-style CAP-125 Basic Radio Operations I CAP-157 Media Writing (3 credits) writing of news, writing around audio (2 credits) ;OPZJV\YZLLTWOHZPaLZWYVÄJPLUJ`PU clips, and organizing news for radio. The This course is limited to Broadcast Canadian Press (CP)/BN style, including course also deals with the preparation Journalism students. It introduces students spelling, punctuation and grammar. and production of television news stories. to the equipment used in a typical radio Students also learn the skills of organizing 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*(7*(7 station. Students will learn how to work effectively, researching, summarizing, and *VYLX\PZP[L!*(7 3SHIJVTWVULU[ with hand-held recorders (mini-disc), a critically evaluating their own work and the YHKPVZ[H[PVUTP_PUNIVHYK)<930UL^Z^PYL work of others. CAP-170 Communication Law (3 credits) service and the SAW Plus digital editing This is an introduction to law as it suite. This course will utilize theory and CAP-158 Communication Process affects the mass media in Canada. The guest speakers and extensive hands-on (3 credits) course will cover the federal, provincial work. Not available for supplemental. This course is an introduction to and international laws and regulations ,X\P]HSLU[[V*(7*VYLX\PZP[L!*(7 the sociology and psychology of that apply. Emphasis will be placed on 125L (lab component). communication. It deals with theory of developing an understanding of free communication, intrapersonal, interpersonal speech and freedom of the press, how CAP-150 Introduction to Photography and socio-cultural systems and relationships that has evolved to apply to the media (4 credits) VMJVTT\UPJH[PVUZ[VU\TLYV\ZZJPLU[PÄJ world and the effects of Canadian laws and This course is designed for students to disciplines. It includes discussion groups regulations on freedom of expression in a develop basic photography skills, from and practical exercises in communication. democracy. Topics will include constitutional the use of digital cameras to composing guarantees of free speech, court systems, publishable photographs. The content CAP-160 Print Journalism I (5 credits) defamation, contempt of court, privacy, includes awareness and use of camera This course covers the principles and skills MYLLKVTVMPUMVYTH[PVUJVUÄKLU[PHSP[` equipment, basic photographic techniques, of gathering, evaluating and writing news. ZLJYLJ`PUJS\KPUN[YHKLZLJYL[Z*9;* photography in ambient and controlled It consists of actual news coverage on and advertising regulations, obscenity, lighting situations, content and composition, campus, interviewing, developing angles censorship, injunctions, publication bans, KLW[OVMÄLSKZWHJLHUKTV[PVUPTHNL on stories and writing general, simple copyright and ethics. THUPW\SH[PVUHUKZJHUUPUN*VYLX\PZP[L! and complex types. Not available for CAP-150L (lab component). Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*(7 CAP-171 Media Tech Audio (2 credits) CAP-174. This course introduces students to the CAP-152 Mass Communication (3 credits) equipment used in a typical radio station. This course is an overview of the history, CAP-161 Producing and Script Writing Students will learn how to work with hand- functions, roles and effects of mass (3 credits) held recorders (mini-disc), a radio mixing communications from the earliest to the This course covers the skills used by board and a newswire service. This course most current methods. Communication television or multimedia producers from will utilize both theory and extensive hands- media such as newspaper, magazine, radio, PKLHKL]LSVWTLU[[OYV\NO[OLÄUPZOLK on work. Equivalent to CAP-125. television and computers are studied. WYVNYHTPUJS\KPUN!Z[VY`IVHYKPUNHUK script writing, marketing a program idea CAP-173 Introduction to Computer CAP-153 Print Copy (3 credits) and the program itself, program budgeting, Fundamentals (3 credits) This course covers study and practice JHZ[PUNHUKZ[HMÄUN,X\P]HSLU[[V>90 This course is a foundation to all of the in advertising, copy writing and layout 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*7< *VTT\UPJH[PVU(Y[ZÄLSKZVMZ[\K`0[PZ and editorial layout for the print media. an introduction to the use of computers Emphasis is on practical methods that CAP-163 Advanced Broadcast Operations and software relevant to the media. The have proved successful for community or (3 credits) software involves word processing, desktop daily newspapers as well as magazines. Students will be expected to complete publishing, electronic publishing, graphics, 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*(7 advanced assignments that relate to manipulation and insertion, database, operation of production technologies for spreadsheets and presentation tools. CAP-155 Reporting (5 credits) radio and television. They will perform This course is an introduction to reporting, limited duties at CLCC (campus radio and focusing on information gathering and television). Not available for supplemental. dissemination for the news media, including 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*(7*(7 the importance of accuracy and deadlines. *VYLX\PZP[L!*(73SHIJVTWVULU[

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CAP-174 Computer Skills for Media CAP-210 Practicum (4 credits) CAP-254 Public Relations I (3 credits) (3 credits) This course is offered to students for three This course covers the philosophy and This course is an introduction to the use weeks during the second year. They are practice of public relations and the of computers and software relevant to the assigned to a media company in or near beginning skills of practical public relations media. Students learn operation of both PC Lethbridge, working under the supervision of application. The public, tools, techniques and Macintosh computers on a network a member of the media. They are expected HUKTLKPHPU]VS]LKPU79HYLKPZJ\ZZLK including e-mail, Internet, word processing, to perform the duties of an entry-level spreadsheet, presentation tools, desktop employee of the business. Not available for CAP-255 Sales Practice (3 credits) W\ISPZOPUNZJHUUPUNNYHWOPJZHUKÄSL supplemental. Equivalent to CAP-299. This course is a study of how the advertising management essentials. No previous sales person can be a consultant and RUV^SLKNLVMJVTW\[LYZPZYLX\PYLK5V[L! CAP-250 Broadcast Production I adviser to clients. It covers methods of Limited to Communication Arts students. (6 credits) selling an abstract product - time and ,X\P]HSLU[[V*7<*VYLX\PZP[L! This course covers the theory and practical space - through the use of rating books and CAP-174L (lab component). HWWSPJH[PVUZVMVWLYH[PVUVM*3**9HKPV YH[LJHYKZ0UMVYTH[PVUÅV^ZMYVTZHSLZ[V and assigned production projects for ÄUPZOLKWYVK\J[ZHYLKL]LSVWLK,X\P]HSLU[ CAP-175 Media Tech Visual II (4 credits) Shaw TV. Students will be involved in to MKT-279. Students will develop advanced video and music selection, preparation of program still digital camera skills and techniques for logs, commercial writing and production, CAP-256 Broadcast Presentation production of images used in television, the announcing, and reporting for both radio and (3 credits) Internet and print publications. The course television. Students are assigned mandatory This course covers broadcast production will have an emphasis on content used in YV[H[PUNZOPM[ZVU*3**9HKPVHUKH[:OH^ from in front of a television camera and [OL]HYPV\ZTLKPH7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*(7 TV. Assignments include work off campus. behind a radio microphone. It includes Not available for supplemental. Equivalent to standard announcing, interviewing CAP-187 Radio Announcing (3 credits) *(7*(77YLYLX\PZP[LZ! and hosting techniques for both radio This course covers exercises in voice *(7*(7 *VYLX\PZP[L! and television. Equivalent to CAP-196. and diction, including class activities with *(7*(7*(7 *(73 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*(7*(7 individual attention given to developing (lab component). 79: correct speech habits. CAP-251 Broadcast Production II CAP-257 New Media for Journalists CAP-188 Commercial Writing (3 credits) (6 credits) (4 credits) This course covers study and practice in the This course is a continuation of CAP250, This course examines techniques and special techniques of writing commercials Broadcast Production I. Not open to systems necessary to help journalists excel for the broadcast media. Equivalent to supplemental. Equivalent to CAP-203, CAP- in both traditional and new media. Students >90 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*(7*VYLX\PZP[L! will work with different software to enhance *(7*(7 *(7*(73 desktop-style publications, to expand CAP-191 Campus Media I (6 credits) (lab component). on digital transfer of information and to ;OPZJV\YZLPZHWYHJ[PJ\TMVY(K79 capitalize on opportunities linking journalism students in the campus radio station CAP-252 Broadcast Journalism I and the Internet. Equivalent to CAP-272. and the campus newspaper. It covers (5 credits) 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*7< reporting, writing, commercial production This course covers the reporting component and advertising layout. Not available for of broadcast journalism. Students are CAP-258 Photo Journalism I (3 credits) Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*7< assigned to sports events, city council, This course applies the principles of photo >90 school board public meetings, and assorted communication to producing single and breaking news events. Students must multiple picture sequences for newspapers CAP-196 Television Announcing conduct interviews, gather information, and other publications. Advanced camera (3 credits) HUKYLWVY[MVY*3**9HKPVHUK:/(>;= L_WLYPLUJLZHYLPUJS\KLK7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! This course covers video production from Writing, performance and production skills CAP-150. in front of the camera. It includes standard are emphasized with ongoing critiques. Not announcing, interviewing and hosting H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! CAP-260 Print Journalism II (5 credits) techniques. Students will be shown how >90 This course covers in-depth reporting skills to appropriately present themselves to a HUKWYHJ[PJLPUJV]LYPUNTVYLKPMÄJ\S[ viewing audience. Emphasis is on controlling CAP-253 Broadcast Journalism II beat areas, in rewriting and in investigative personal, unconscious actions and traits (5 credits) reporting. Actual news coverage takes place that hinder viewer enjoyment of a program. This course emphasizes the generation on and off campus. Areas of interest will Presentation skills are improved from of news for radio and television. Students branch out into specialized areas such as viewing video tapes, critiqued by instructors. cover councils, boards, commissions, politics, science and business. Not available ,X\P]HSLU[[V*(77YLYLX\PZP[LZ! special events, sports and business. They for supplemental. Equivalent to CAP-276. *(7 *VYLX\PZP[L!*(7 3SHI ^YP[LHUKWYVK\JLZ[VYPLZMVY*3**9HKPV 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*(7*VYLX\PZP[L! component). and Shaw TV. Student work is critiqued. CAP-266. This course also deals with job search methods. Not available for supplemental. 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*(7*VYLX\PZP[L! *(7

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CAP-262 Editing I (4 credits) CAP-272 New Media for Journalists politics, science and business. Not available This course is an introduction to copy (5 credits) for supplemental. Equivalent to CAP-260. reading, headline writing, the functions This course examines techniques and 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!>90 and responsibilities of the copy desk and systems necessary to help journalists excel practical experience in handling copy for in both traditional and new media. Students CAP-280 Marketing & PR in Multimedia The Endeavour, the student newspaper. Not will work with different software to enhance (3 credits) H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! desktop-style publications, to expand This course covers marketing and promotion >90 on digital transfer of information and to VMT\S[PTLKPHWYVK\J[Z;VWPJZPUJS\KL! capitalize on opportunities linking journalism sales, advertising, use of traditional media CAP-263 Editing II (4 credits) and the Internet. Equivalent to CAP-257. and public relations techniques.CAP- This course is a continuation of CAP 262 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*(7*VYLX\PZP[L! =PZ\HS*VTT\UPJH[PVUZJYLKP[Z focusing on management issues handled CAP-267. This course involves preparing visual by editors. Not available for supplemental. materials for use in a public relations and/or 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*(7 CAP-273 Program Production I (2 credits) advertising setting. It covers preparation This course involves the production of and design requirements for logos, displays, CAP-266 Campus Newspaper I (6 credits) public affairs programs for both radio and posters, PowerPoint presentations, slidetape This course covers publishing the campus television. Students receive both theory presentations, script writing and simple A/V newspaper, The Endeavour. It includes news and practical hands-on training in all and multimedia productions. It moves from writing and editing techniques in an on-the- phases of producing programs for CLCC traditional design and preparation methods job training atmosphere. Not available for 9HKPVHUK:/(>;=;OLJV\YZLYLX\PYLZ to today’s varied computer and multimedia Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*7< HUK extensive personal interaction with an programs. Not available for supplemental. >90 emphasis on teamwork. Students will work 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*7< with broadcast mixers, portable recorders CAP-267 Campus Newspaper II (6 credits) (mini disc and cassette), video cameras, CAP-282 Magazine Design (4 credits) This course is a continuation of CAP 266 ;=LKP[PUNLX\PWTLU[)<930HUK:(> This course covers editorial content design Campus Newspaper I. Not available for Plus audio editing programs. Coursework of a general-issue magazine. Students Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*(7 requires off-campus assignments including will learn how to lay out features using *VYLX\PZP[L!*(7 projects in the SHAW TV studios. Not photographs, other illustrations and H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! typefaces. They will receive instruction CAP-269 Broadcast Management Issues *(7 *VYLX\PZP[L!*(7*(7 in story starts and turns, departmental (3 credits) features and cover design. The students will This course is a practical approach to the CAP-274 Public Relations II (3 credits) employ their magazine design skills in their legal, regulatory and management issues This course covers practice of the theories ÄUHS[LYTPU[OLWYVK\J[PVUVMHM\SSZPaLK involved in radio and television operations. learned in CAP 254, public relations case glossy magazine. Equivalent to CAP-271. Topics include Canadian legal pitfalls such studies and practical tasks performed 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*7< as defamation, contempt, privacy, copyright by public relations practitioners. News and censorship relevant to broadcasting. releases, press kits, special event planning, CAP-283 Program Production II (2 credits) The course will also deal with labour and and report writing are stressed, within the This course is a continuation of CAP 273, regulatory concerns as well as practical context of working with a community-based Program Production. Not available for management issues that relate to personnel VYNHUPaH[PVU7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*(7 Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*(7 and other administrative functions. Not *(7*VYLX\PZP[L!*(7*(7 available for supplemental. Equivalent to CAP-275 Broadcast Production I 4.;7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*(7 (7 credits) CAP-285 Broadcast Production II This course covers the theory and practical (7 credits) CAP-270 Print Journalism III (5 credits) HWWSPJH[PVUZVMVWLYH[PVUVM*3**9HKPV This course is a continuation of CAP275, This course covers in-depth reporting and and assigned production projects for Broadcast Production I. Not open to specialized writing. It is individualized for Shaw TV. Students will be involved in supplemental. Equivalent to CAP-251. WYPU[Z[\KLU[Z,X\P]HSLU[[V*(7 music selection, preparation of program 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*(7 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*(7*VYLX\PZP[L! logs, commercial writing and production, CAP-267. announcing, and reporting for both radio CAP-286 Print Journalism II (4 credits) and television. Students are assigned This course covers in-depth reporting and CAP-271 Magazine Design (3 credits) THUKH[VY`YV[H[PUNZOPM[ZVU*3**9HKPV specialized writing. Equivalent to CAP-270. This course covers editorial content design and at Shaw TV. Assignments include work 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*(7 of a general-issue magazine. Students off campus. Not available for supplemental. will learn how to lay out features using ,X\P]HSLU[[V*(77YLYLX\PZP[LZ! CAP-288 Commercial Writing II (3 credits) photographs, other illustrations and CPU-190. Students are required to write and produce typefaces. They will receive instruction JVTTLYJPHSZMVY\ZLVU*3**9HKPVHSVUN in story starts and turns, departmental CAP-276 Print Journalism I (4 credits) with assigned class projects. Not available features and cover design. The students will This course covers in-depth reporting skills MVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS,X\P]HSLU[[V>90 employ their magazine design skills in their HUKWYHJ[PZLPUJV]LYPUNTVYLKPMÄJ\S[ 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*(7 *VYLX\PZP[L! ÄUHS[LYTPU[OLWYVK\J[PVUVMHM\SSZPaLK beat areas, in rewriting and in investigative CAP-250. NSVZZ`THNHaPUL,X\P]HSLU[[V*(7 reporting. Actual news coverage takes place 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*(7*(7 on and off campus. Areas of interest will branch out into specialized areas such as

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CAP-291 Campus Media II (6 credits) skills in chemistry including concepts, terms, learn how to trouble-shoot PC hardware This course is a continuation of CAP and applications and the development of problems. This involves working safely 191, Campus Media I. Not available for laboratory techniques, skills and procedures. with a PC in order to modify hardware Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*(7 Successful completion to the standard set JVTWVULU[ZHUKPUZ[HSSHUKJVUÄN\YLH by the program(s) pre-requisite requirement basic operating system. Not available for will provide opportunity for entry into the supplemental. CAP-299 Practicum (4 credits) PKLU[PÄLKWYVNYHTZPU[OL*LU[YLMVY This course is offered to students for three Health, Justice and Human Services. CIT-154 Programming in C (5 credits) weeks during the second year. They are This course is an introduction to C assigned to a media company in or near CHM-151 Chemistry in Context (3 credits) programming covering basic to intermediate Lethbridge, working under the supervision of This course is designed for non-chemistry components and features of the language. a member of the media. They are expected majors. Students will become chemistry Theory is supplemented by practical to perform the duties of an entry-level literate while applying chemical principles to examples in the lab concentrating on employee of the business. Not available for IYVHKLYZVJPHSPZZ\LZ;VWPJZPUJS\KL![OLHPY business-oriented functions. Structured, supplemental. Equivalent to CAP-210. we breathe, the ozone layer, global warming, top-down, modular design is reinforced. LULYN`^H[LYHJPKYHPUU\JSLHYÄZZPVU The student will be able to write stand-alone (CHM) CHEMISTRY ______and fusion, plastics and polymers, organic applications and intermediate-sized routines, molecules in drugs and in the environment, which form part of a larger application. Not CHM-075 Chemistry 075 (5 credits) nutrition and future developments. available for supplemental. Equivalent to This course is an introduction to the study *0;*VYLX\PZP[L!4;/ of matter. Topics include the basic structure CHM-270 Environmental Chemistry of matter, the organization of the Periodic (4 credits) CIT-156 Programming With C++ (4 credits) Table of the Elements, the structure of This course includes background theory Students will learn to build reusable objects the atom, the formation of ions, chemical and practice relevant to solutes and solution making use of encapsulation, polymorphism bonding, IUPAC nomenclature, chemical chemistry; nutrient and contaminant vectors; and inheritance in the C++ programming formulas, chemical reactions, isotopes, U\[YPLU[J`JSPUN"Å\_LZVMJOLTPJHSZWLJPLZ language. Throughout the course, the mole concepts, molar mass, and mole and energy and methods of monitoring emphasis will be on using object-oriented relationships. Laboratory work emphasizes JOLTPJHSWYVÄSLZ^P[O[OLVIQLJ[P]LVM approaches to solving problems. Not proper techniques, the methodology of achieving optimum sustainable productivity. available for supplemental. Equivalent to ZJPLU[PÄJWYVISLTZVS]PUNPU[LYWYL[H[PVUVM Content also includes the chemical analysis *0;7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*0;4;/ data, and laboratory report writing. Not open of contaminants such as heavy metals, to supplemental. ZWLJPÄJPUVYNHUPJZO`KYVJHYIVUZHUK CIT-157 HTML and Web Publishing salinization. Practical experience is gained (3 credits) CHM-085 Chemistry 085 (5 credits) in the characterization, monitoring and This course will provide students with the This course is a continuation of Chemistry interpretation of key chemical parameters RUV^SLKNLHUKZRPSSZ[VILWYVÄJPLU[PU 075. Topics include organic chemistry, within soils, water and air. Not available for the area of World Wide Web publishing. qualitative and quantitative aspects of Z\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L!*/43SHI Students will learn HTML and be Introduced chemistry, the nature and structure of matter, component). to SGML as authoring and mark-up gas and solution chemistry. Laboratory languages. Students will develop skills at work emphasizes proper techniques, the (CIT) COMPUTER INFORMATION writing JAVA applets, Perl Scripts and forms TL[OVKVSVN`VMZJPLU[PÄJWYVISLTZVS]PUN TECHNOLOGY ______handling CGI for use in web publishing. Not interpretation of data, and laboratory report available for supplemental. writing. Not open to supplemental. CIT-151 Introduction to Games Design (3 credits) CIT-158 Introduction to Networking CHM-095 Chemistry 095 (5 credits) This course is for non-computer (4 credits) This course is a continuation of Chemistry programmers who are interested in games This course will provide an introduction to ;VWPJZPUJS\KL[OLYTVK`UHTPJZ design elements. The course provides network technology including terminology, energy, rates of chemical reactions, students with an overview of the game hardware, software, wiring and line features. electrochemistry, equilibrium, and acids and development process (GDP) before moving Students will receive both theory and bases. Laboratory work emphasizes proper on to implementing custom modules in a practical experience with basic network [LJOUPX\LZ[OLTL[OVKVSVN`VMZJPLU[PÄJ role-playing game. Students will work on technology. They will establish simple peer-to-peer networks. Not available for problem-solving, interpretation of data, HZTHSSNHTLTVKPÄJH[PVU^OLYL[OL`^PSS and laboratory report writing. Not open to script dialogue and cut-scenes and in-game Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!4;/ supplemental. events. Students will set up and populate *VYLX\PZP[L!*0; 3SHIJVTWVULU[ game levels with characters and monsters of CHM-141 Chemistry for Health Sciences their own creation. Theory is supplemented (5 credits) by practical examples in the lab. Not ;OPZJV\YZLPZZWLJPÄJHSS`MVYWYLHZZLZZLK available for supplemental. students intending to enter a program within the Centre for Health, Justice and CIT-152 Computer Hardware Maintenance Human Services at Lethbridge College. (3 credits) It will provide students with a multi- This course provides an introduction dimensional, contextual learning experience to computer hardware including safety, for acquisition of pre-requisite content and maintenance and repair. The student will

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CIT-163 Database Management Systems CIT-263 Advanced Database Systems CIT-272 E-Commerce Administration (4 credits) (4 credits) (3 credits) This course covers knowledge and skills This course prepares students to build forms This highly specialized course, focuses in relational database development and and reports using Oracle as a web-centric on the back end of e-commerce. This management. Emphasis will be placed on solution to addressing data in a multi-user administration course builds skills in the area designing, developing, loading, modifying, environment. Not available for supplemental. of portal-management, Internet security and and querying a database environment using Equivalent to CIT-264. software available for advanced web-based a host language. Other topics covered solutions. Not available for supplemental. include discussion and application of data CIT-264 Adv Database Management structures, models of hierarchical, network, System Oracle (3 credits) CIT-274 Assembly Language and relational databases, discussion of This course prepares students to build forms Programming (3 credits) storage devices, data administration and and reports using Oracle as a web-centric Topics include architecture of a data analysis, design and implementation. solution to accessing data in a multi-user microprocessor, instruction set and Not available for supplemental. Equivalent environment. Not available for supplemental. addressing modes, macros and procedures, to CIT-262. ,X\P]HSLU[[V*0;7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! use of interrupts to interface to hardware CIT-163. and interface to operating systems, CIT-255 Server Network Administration including network operating systems, link (3 credits) CIT-265 E-Commerce Administration assembly programs to high-level languages. This course provides the student with (4 credits) Architectures of a wide variety of machines the knowledge and skills of addressing This course highly specialized course, will will be discussed. Not available for problems in client/server network focus on the back end of e-commerce. This Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*0; administration. The course will focus on administration course builds skills in the area *0; 4;/ the development and maintenance of of portal-management, Internet security, software applications distributed among application servers, and software available CIT-275 Introduction to Systems Design I several computers, including requirements for advanced web-based solutions. Not (5 credits) for analysis, design, implementation H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! This course involves systems development and testing. It will discuss client/server *0;*0; *0;*0; through the use of structured analysis implementations, static analysis techniques, *VYLX\PZP[L!*0;3SHIJVTWVULU[ methods within the framework of an system safety, security, and integrity. Not established life cycle. The initiation of a H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! CIT-266 Object Program Systems project, preliminary investigation, systems *0; Applications (4 credits) YLX\PYLTLU[ZMHJ[ÄUKPUN[LJOUPX\LZ The course will expand on the topics KH[HÅV^JVUJLW[ZHUKKPHNYHTZJVZ[ CIT-259 Advanced Internet Systems Introduced in CIT 154 and CIT 156. ILULÄ[HUHS`ZPZKLZPNUVMPUW\[V\[W\[ (3 credits) Object-oriented languages will be and controls, online system design This course is a capstone course used to implement algorithms and considerations, system testing and where students combine networking, advanced programming concepts will be implementation, hardware and software programming, database development and discussed. Not available for supplemental. selection will be covered. Not available database administration to design, create 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*0; for supplemental. Equivalent to CIT-150. and implement advanced web-based 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*0; solutions. Not available for supplemental. CIT-270 IT Integration Seminar (2 credits) 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*0; *0;*0; This course prepares the student for the IT CIT-276 Systems Design II (5 credits) *VYLX\PZP[L!*0; Field Work experience and integrates issues This course builds on the concepts and in information technology workplaces. skills acquired in CIT275. Students will work CIT-260 Algorithms and Problem Solving Topics covered may include resume writing, in a functional team environment using the (3 credits) job search, IT workplace professionalism, systems development life cycle to analyze, This course provides students with an and legal and ethical issues in information design and implement a live system. Human intensive orientation to many traditional technology. Not available for challenge or factors and ethical issues will be stressed. computer science algorithms. Emphasis will Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*0; Not available for supplemental. Equivalent to ILNP]LU[VZVS\[PVULMÄJPLUJ`:[\KLU[ZHYL *0;*0;*0; *0; *0;7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*0; expected to enter this course literate in the ENG-156. languages of its prerequisite(s). All lectures will be language-neutral. All labs will be CIT-271 IT Field Work (3 credits) problem-solving exercises. Not available for ;OPZJV\YZLPZHÄLSK^VYRL_WLYPLUJLPUHU Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*0; approved information technology corporate setting to provide in-depth work experience CIT-261 Operating Systems (4 credits) in the profession. Not available for challenge This course covers the activities performed VYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*0; by operating systems, including hardware *0;*0;*0; *0; interfacing, process creation and scheduling, ENG-156. deadlocks, memory management and system security. In the lab, students will gain experience with various personal computer operating systems. Not available for supplemental. Equivalent to CIT-251.

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CIT-277 Games Programming (3 credits) cost estimates. The students will also design KLZPNUHUKKYH^HYLPUMVYJLKJVUJYL[LVMÄJL This course provides students with an and draw a timber bridge in accordance building in accordance with CSA Standards. overview of the game development with CSA and CWC Standards. Not available Students provide a complete set of working process before moving on to learn the MVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!,5- KYH^PUNZ^P[OZWLJPÄJH[PVUZHUKKLZPNU fundamental skills required to program a *VYLX\PZP[L!,5- calculations. Not available for supplemental. NHTLTVKPÄJH[PVU46+\ZPUNHJVTTVU 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!,5-VY,5- game engine. Projects cover weapons CIV-249 Timber Design and Detailing *VYLX\PZP[L!*0=3SHIJVTWVULU[ programming, user interface additions, player (3 credits) alternations and game-client events. Theory This course covers the fundamentals CIV-274 Infrastructure Servicing is supplemented by practical examples in required for designing and inspecting timber (4 credits) the lab. Students will work on small game structures. Students design and draw a This course covers applied technology TVKPÄJH[PVUZJ\STPUH[PUNPUHÄUHSWYVQLJ[ commercial building in accordance with CSA fundamentals required for the design, which students will design using the GDP and CWC Standards. Students produce construction, supervision and inspection and implementing a custom MOD with a new a complete set of working drawings with of municipal servicing such as site and game style. Not available for supplemental. ZWLJPÄJH[PVUZHUKKLZPNUJHSJ\SH[PVUZ5V[ lot grading, storm and sanitary sewers, 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*0; available for supplemental or challenge. water distribution and residential surface *VYLX\PZP[L!,5- improvements. Many aspects will integrate (CIV) CIVIL ENGINEERING computer technology with design TECHNOLOGY ______CIV-253 Water Resources (4 credits) functions. Not available for supplemental. This course covers basic theoretical 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*7< *0=,5- CIV-218 Highways (4 credits) background in hydrology with an emphasis ;OPZJV\YZLPZHYL]PL^VMÄYZ[`LHY VUKLZPNUÅVVKLZ[PTH[PVU[LJOUPX\LZ (CJP) CRIMINAL JUSTICE ______surveying with emphasis on new topics Topics include map studies of drainage basins and rivers, precipitation measurement Z\JOHZYVHK^H`JSHZZPÄJH[PVUNLVTL[YPJ CJP-101 Criminal Justice Seminar I design controls for horizontal and vertical and analysis, statistical and empirical (1 credit) alignment, organization of highway HUHS`ZPZVMZ[YLHTÅV^KH[H[VKL]LSVW This course is designed to meet the projects and construction contracts, co- KLZPNUÅVVKLZ[PTH[LZTHZZJ\Y]LHUHS`ZPZ individual and group needs of students in the ordination of inspection services and survey MVYYLZLY]VPYWSHUUPUNHUKZ[YLHTÅV^ *YPTPUHS1\Z[PJL*LY[PÄJH[LWYVNYHT*VU[LU[ control. Emphasis is on computations for measurement. Not available for challenge relates to adjustment to college, personal circular curves, vertical parabolic curves, VYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*7< growth, problem-solving, and self-esteem. triangulation and coordinates, construction :<9 It includes preparation for summer and/or surveys, survey records, earthwork, and permanent employment, and the personal CIV-257 Environmental Engineering measurements for contract pay quantities. and educational steps needed to acquire (5 credits) 5V[H]HPSHISLMVYJOHSSLUNL7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! these goals. Not available for challenge or This course covers the broad scope of water *(+,5-*7< :<9 supplemental. resource topics as they relate directly to *VYLX\PZP[L!*0= 3SHIJVTWVULU[ the environment. Some topics presented CJP-102 Criminal Justice Seminar II CIV-237 Work Experience (2 credits) are water and waste water characteristics, (1 credit) In this course, students are placed in a water and waste water treatment, solid This course is designed to meet the position equivalent to an “Engineering waste disposal, water distribution systems individual and group needs of students in the Technologist in Training” setting on a and sewage collection system design. Not *YPTPUHS1\Z[PJL*LY[PÄJH[LWYVNYHT*VU[LU[ day-to-day basis. Students are required to available for challenge or supplemental. relates to adjustment to college, personal participate as part of the engineering project 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!,5- growth, problem solving and self-esteem. [LHTHUKJVTWSL[L[HZRZHZZWLJPÄLK Also includes preparation for summer and/or CIV-263 Steel Design and Detailing by their supervisor. The settings for the permanent employment, and the personal (4 credits) placement will provide more challenging and educational steps needed to acquire work tasks with opportunities for problem- This course covers the fundamentals required these goals. Not available for challenge or solution. Attendance is mandatory. for designing the structural members and supplemental. connections for steel structures. Aspects of CIV-240 Major Report (1 credit) engineering inspection of steel structures CJP-152 Criminal Justice Practicum I This course is an introduction to the are reviewed. Students design and draw (3 credits) processes involved in the research, a commercial building in accordance This course is a practicum to broaden compilation, preparation and presentation with CSA and CISC Standards. Students knowledge of the operational workings of a of a major technical report. Not available for produce a complete set of AutoCAD working variety of criminal justice agencies. Students Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!,5. KYH^PUNZ^P[OZWLJPÄJH[PVUZHUKKLZPNU will develop the necessary skills, knowledge calculations. Not available for supplemental. and attitudes for working within the criminal CIV-247 Irrigation Structures (4 credits) 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!,5-VY,5- justice system. Although every effort will be This course covers the fundamentals *VYLX\PZP[L!*0=3SHIJVTWVULU[ made to facilitate students’ schedules, each required for the design, construction, applicant for practicum must be aware of CIV-266 Reinforced Concrete Design supervision and inspection of hydraulic the possibility of having to work a variety (4 credits) and timber systems. Four different types of of shifts, including weekends, evenings hydraulic structures will be designed and This course covers the fundamentals and midnights. Students who apply for this students will draw a chute drop structure required for designing and inspecting course will be required to undergo a security reinforced concrete structures. Students ^P[OZWLJPÄJH[PVUZKLZPNUJHSJ\SH[PVUZHUK check. Not available for supplemental.

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CJP-153 Bias Free Policing CJP-163 Human Relations Comm Vehicle night scopes. The forensic laboratory is also (3 credits) (3 credits) studied. This course teaches the capacity to interact In this course, students will examine the with others in a culturally sensitive manner, various dynamics of human behaviour CJP-171 Use of Force (5 credits) an integral skill of any law enforcement [OH[ZWLJPÄJHSS`YLSH[L[V[OLK\[PLZ This course is based on the Alberta VMÄJLY0[L_HTPULZJ\S[\YHSS`KP]LYZLNYV\WZ of Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Association of Chiefs of Police Use of Force the formation of biases and correct and 6MÄJLYZ:[\KLU[Z^PSSSLHYUHIV\[HUK model. Police recruits are taught the correct LMMLJ[P]LILOH]PVYZMVYWVSPJLVMÄJLYZPU practice various theories and skills and effective methods for securing scenes dealing with cultural diversity. Additional about professionalism, ethics, dress and and situations that may be threatening focus will be given to the Canadian Charter deportment, and communication principles. VYOVZ[PSLPUUH[\YL;OPZVMÄJLYZHML[` VM9PNO[ZHUK[OL0TTPNYH[PVU(J[ training course includes training in tactical CJP-164 Loss Prevention (3 credits) communications, dealing with multiple CJP-154 Law Enforcement Firearms This course is an overview of the loss assailants, building and room clearance, (2 credits) WYL]LU[PVUÄLSKPUJS\KPUN[OLTL[OVKZ rapid deployment, vehicle stops, searches This course places an emphasis on the and procedures to control the internal and the correct use of police issue batons U\TLYV\ZHZWLJ[ZVMÄYLHYTOHUKSPUNHUK and external loss of assets. Methods of and handcuffs. Learners are exposed to usage by law enforcement personnel. Topics prevention and techniques of detection are HUKSLHYUJVWPUNZ[YH[LNPLZMVY;(:,9HUK addressed include safety, functions and emphasized. Oleoresin Capsicum (pepper spray) assaults. YLSVHKPUN[HJ[PJZVMÄYLHYTZ[OLSH^M\S\ZL Equivalent to CJP-271. of force and the fundamentals of shooting. CJP-167 Security Emergency Planning Equivalent to CJP-156. (3 credits) CJP-173 Investigative Techniques I This course covers thorough and detailed (3 credits) CJP-156 Law Enforcement Firearms planning and procedures to cope with all This is an introductory level police (3 credits) types of emergencies and unusual events investigative techniques course provided to ;OPZJV\YZLLTWOHZPaLZÄYLHYTOHUKSPUN that can threaten the integrity of a facility MYVU[SPULWVSPJLVMÄJLYZ^OPJOMVJ\ZLZVU and usage by law enforcement personnel. or its personnel. The emphasis is on the day-to-day practical applications of the Topics addressed include safety, analysis and actual preparation of plans for Criminal Code and various other statutes, maintenance, lawful use of force and the designated facilities and institutions. PUJS\KPUN[OL;YHMÄJ:HML[`(J[7VSPJL fundamentals of shooting. Policy and VMÄJLYZSLHYUHUKHWWS`[OLM\UKHTLU[HS procedure with respect to dispatching CJP-168 Security Investigation (3 credits) skills associated with laser and radar wildlife will be covered. Learners will This course will give students an overview principles, Level 1 accident investigation, WHY[PJPWH[LPUÄLSK[YHPUPUNZLZZPVUZPU VMHUPU]LZ[PNH[PVUMYVTHZLJ\YP[`VMÄJLY»Z impaired driving investigation, evidence and VYKLY[VKLTVUZ[YH[LOHUKZVUWYVÄJPLUJ` perspective, including examination of court preparation and includes providing relating to the classroom theory. Equivalent ZWLJPÄJZ[H[\[LZYLSL]HU[[VZLJ\YP[`;VWPJZ L]PKLUJLPUHTVJR[YPHS7VSPJLVMÄJLYZHSZV to CJP-154. will include crime scene analysis, security learn how to properly conduct interviews, investigation and methods of recording interrogations and take cautioned CJP-160 Introduction Criminal Justice incidences culminating in the presentation of statements. Emphasis is placed on learning System (3 credits) evidence in criminal/civil proceedings. the techniques and strategies associated This course is a study of Canada’s criminal with the hard skills of the regular and day-to- justice system in the sequence as seen by CJP-169 Security Management (3 credits) day investigational techniques. Equivalent to an offender who traverses it. The structure This course covers the viability and success CJP-355. and jurisdictions of the three levels of of a security operation, depending greatly government involved are examined, together on the quality of the management process. CJP-175 Interviewing (3 credits) with the development, role and functions of Particular attention is given to organizational This course covers basic interviewing the police and other agencies, the courts, structure, the role of the manager and all techniques and focuses on the structure and sentencing philosophies, correctional the traditional organizational responsibilities functions of various types of interviews. The institutions, community corrections and that must be carried out. Emphasis is emphasis is on interpersonal relationships, diversion. Also considered are discretion, given to the growing role of accountability feedback, barriers to effectiveness, limitations of authority and the decision and liability in establishing standards of paraphrasing as well as obtaining points throughout the system. performance. statements from complainants, victims HUK^P[ULZZLZ9VSLWSH`PUNPZLTWSV`LK CJP-161 Ethics & Interpersonal Skills CJP-170 Criminalistics (3 credits) extensively. (3 credits) This course includes extensive laboratory This course covers human dynamics in and practical exercises to provide a working CJP-176 Security Surveys (3 credits) various settings in the criminal justice RUV^SLKNLPU[OLPKLU[PÄJH[PVUJVSSLJ[PVU This course covers all phases and system. It includes emphasis on authority preservation, and evaluation of physical considerations necessary to carry out ÄN\YLZH[[P[\KLZHUK[OLPYK`UHTPJZ evidence for forensic purposes. It includes thorough and effective surveys of all aspects professionalism and ethics, basic [HRPUNÄUNLYWYPU[ZK\Z[PUNHUKSPM[PUNSH[LU[ of the operations of a facility. Learning is intervention and mediation techniques, and prints, iodine fuming, casting impressions; reinforced by practical assignments to be human behaviour and crime. Characteristics physical matching of tool marks, completed by students in detailed reports. unique to various cultures that have direct KVJ\TLU[ZNSHZZMYHJ[\YLZOHPYÄIYLZ implications for persons involved in the soil, paint and ballistics utilizing various criminal justice system are examined. microscopes; evidence gathering employing metal detectors, vacuum sweepers and

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CJP-180 Law, Youth & Young Offender CJP-191 Alternative Dispute Resolution CJP-256 Criminal Investigation (3 credits) (3 credits) (3 credits) This course covers introduction to, ;OPZJV\YZLJV]LYZ[OLKLÄUP[PVUHUKJVU[YVS This Introductory course examines and history of, criminal investigations, of crime by young offenders through an alternative dispute resolution, providing preliminary, continuing and follow-up investigation of the evolution of law as it is HUV]LY]PL^VMJVUÅPJ[YLZVS\[PVUHUK investigations, sources of information, and applied to young people in Canada. The alternative sentencing methods for young the non-legal aspects of offences against emphasis is on a detailed analysis of Bill offenders and adults. The course’s main people and property, victimless crimes, etc. *!@V\[O*YPTPUHS1\Z[PJL(J[PUJS\KPUN focus involves training in mediation and an exploration of the roles of police, courts, family group conferencing (FGC) as well CJP-257 Investigative Techniques correctional agencies, and community HZV[OLYTL[OVKZVMJVUÅPJ[YLZVS\[PVU (3 credits) in dealing with youth crime. An overview 7VSPJLVMÄJLYKPZJYL[PVUPZHUPU[LNYHSWHY[ This course covers introduction to major of historical and current explorations for VMPTWSLTLU[PUNHSSTL[OVKZVMJVUÅPJ[ theoretical concepts and approaches to the criminal behaviour of young people is resolution. Mediation and FGC provide a serious crimes. Included are investigative included. community-based response to criminal techniques of safe attacks, search and discipline behaviours. FGC is also techniques (ground, building and vehicle), CJP-183 Diversity Issues in Crminal appropriate for use with young offenders line-ups, organized crime (gangs), polygraph Justice (3 credits) under the age of 12 who can’t be charged use, counterfeit detection, hostage taking/ This course examines multiculturalism criminally or under the Young Criminal barricaded person-situations and child and its relationship to the criminal justice Justice Act. Not available for supplemental. abuse. Not available for supplemental. system in Canada. Among the issues ,X\P]HSLU[[V*17 *VYLX\PZP[L! discussed are the recognition, acceptance, CJP-191L (lab component). *17:WLJPÄJ*YPTLZJYLKP[Z HUKHMÄYTH[PVUVML[OUPJYHJPHSHUK This course is an in-depth analysis of religious diversity within the framework CJP-250 Enforcement Techniques selected Criminal Code offences, including of Canada’s policy of multiculturalism. (3 credits) the statutory provisions, elements of the Particular emphasis is placed on Aboriginal This course provides an understanding of offence and relevant case law. Offences history and traditions. Special attention is the legal and moral requirements for the covered include theft and theft-related focused on the application of these issues care, custody and control of prisoners and offences, breaking and entering and to policing, corrections, and other aspects the use of various forms of restraints. It committing an indictable offence, false of the criminal justice system. Students provides an analysis of selected sections pretences, fraud, forgery, uttering, will have the opportunity to develop the of Part III of the Criminal Code pertaining to fraudulently obtaining food and lodging, sensitivities and skills which will assist them weapons and the Firearms Act. Instruction instruments for the purpose of forgery, in understanding and working with different is provided in practical skills and techniques possession of stolen property, public cultures, and to be responsive to the needs for the care, control and safe handling of mischief, causing a disturbance, assault, and expectations of culturally diverse ÄYLHYTZ,X\P]HSLU[[V*17 HZZH\S[PUNHWLHJLVMÄJLYZL_\HSVMMLUJLZ communities. homicide, robbery, extortion and arson. CJP-252 Criminal Justice Practicum II 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!3(> CJP-186 Investigative Techniques II (3 credits) (3 credits) This practicum course provides second-year CJP-261 Selected Statutes (3 credits) This is an intermediate level police Criminal Justice students the opportunity to This course examines key provisions of investigative techniques course provided L_WLYPLUJL[OLKHPS`VWLYH[PVUZVMHZWLJPÄJ a selection of both federal and provincial [VMYVU[SPULWVSPJLVMÄJLYZ[OH[MVJ\ZLZ police department and to assist them in statutes most commonly encountered on the day-to-day practical applications making an educated career choice. Students by those employed in the criminal justice of common investigative practices. Police will develop the skills, knowledge and system. Included is a review of related VMÄJLYZSLHYUHUKHWWS`[OLM\UKHTLU[HS attitudes necessary to become successful regulations, orders-in council and ministerial ZRPSSZHZZVJPH[LK^P[OJVUÅPJ[TLKPH[PVU WVSPJLVMÄJLYZ(S[OV\NOL]LY`LMMVY[^PSSIL Orders. Students complete a series of alternate dispute resolution and restorative made to facilitate the student’s schedule, assignments in each of these areas. justice. In addition to miscarriages of each applicant for practicum must be aware justice, persons at risk, domestic violence of the possibility of having to work a variety *17;YHMÄJ,UMVYJLTLU[JYLKP[Z HUKZL_\HSHZZH\S[WVSPJLVMÄJLYZHYL of shifts, including weekends, evenings This course examines the federal and also instructed in matters of crime scene and midnights. Students who apply for this WYV]PUJPHSSH^ZYLSH[LK[V[YHMÄJLUMVYJLTLU[ assessment, forensic evidence, drug course will be required to undergo a security The law and practical application of investigation, methamphetamine labs, check. Not available for supplemental. enforcement tools such as speed-measuring biohazardous and explosive materials, devices, screening devices and instruments organized crime, parole and probation CJP-255 Notebooks and Reports are examined. Investigations into, and and the Serious Habitual Offender (3 credits) reporting of, motor vehicle accidents are Comprehensive Action Plan. This course covers the proper use of conducted. In addition, methods on how to notebooks. The format of reports used in LUMVYJL[YHMÄJSH^ZHUKJVU[YVS[OLÅV^VM the criminal justice system are studied and [YHMÄJHYLZ[\KPLK performed through situational assignments using visual aids. Equivalent to CJP-165. 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!,5.*64

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CJP-267 Natural Resource Legislation H*VTTLYJPHS=LOPJSL,UMVYJLTLU[6MÄJLY and interrogation techniques, surveillance, (5 credits) VY^HU[[VLUOHUJL`V\Y[YHMÄJLUMVYJLTLU[ intelligence and covert operations. This course covers the study of statutes, knowledge, this course is a must. *VYLX\PZP[L!*17 3SHIJVTWVULU[ regulations and relevant case law pertaining [VÄZOLYPLZWHYRZ^PSKSPMLHUK[OL CJP-282 Evidence and Court Procedures CJP-369 Patrol Procedures (5 credits) environment including the historical and (5 credits) This course provides students with the constitutional aspects of this legislation. This course covers the Canada Evidence skills and abilities necessary to conduct 6]LY]PL^VMUH[P]LO\U[PUNHUKÄZOPUNYPNO[Z (J[[OL(SILY[H,]PKLUJL(J[HUK9\SLZ LMMLJ[P]LHUKLMÄJPLU[LUMVYJLTLU[WH[YVSZ HYLWHY[VM[OLJV\YZL7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! of Evidence. Court forms from a criminal Areas of study include responsibilities LAW-161. justice perspective are compiled. The focus and techniques, dealing with complaints, of the course is to prepare and provide the planning, conducting and evaluating patrols, CJP-268 Police Administration (3 credits) opportunity for the learner to testify in court. JVTWSPHUJLJOLJRZZLHYJOLZWYVÄSPUN This course covers the basic organizational resource users, basic maintenance, use concepts (formal and informal), operating CJP-287 Crisis Intervention (3 credits) and care of specialized enforcement tools principles, and administrative procedures This course provides students with an and equipment, communication methods, of police services. Also explored are understanding of the mechanics involved and organized resource crime. This course management skills, communication in a crisis situation. It provides a basic provides 12 weeks of classroom instruction, and human resource management, with understanding in the areas of victimology, L_[LUZP]LHWWSPLKSHIHJ[P]P[PLZHUKHÄLSK emphasis on proactive-consultative style of human interaction and behaviour. It places [YPW*VYLX\PZP[L!*17 3SHIJVTWVULU[ management. The Alberta Police Act and emphasis on providing knowledge, skills relevant regulations, along with the Alberta and techniques for safe and effective CJP-379 Case Management (3 credits) 7VSPJL6MÄJLY»Z*VSSLJ[P]L)HYNHPUPUN(J[HYL intervention, mediation, and referral in a This course focuses on the integration reviewed. range of situations. The learning process of a wide variety of concepts, skills and will be reinforced with role-playing exercises procedures in the context of a complex CJP-271 Use of Force (3 credits) similar to real-life situations. investigation or case. Learners, working This hands-on, skills-based course in teams, will be actively involved in introduces the learner to a variety of CJP-355 Investigative Techniques investigating a broad range of incidents situations and circumstances where (3 credits) and will take the cases from occurrence or correct and effective procedures are This course provides the learner with complaint through to disclosure to Crown deployed to secure potential hostile advanced skills in such areas as mediation, *V\UZLS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*17 *17 or threatening situations. This involves HS[LYUH[P]LKPZW\[LYLZVS\[PVU(+9ÄYZ[ CJP-359. various communication skills, as well as responder sex crimes, domestic violence the engagement of lawful force options and controlled drugs and substances. In (CMM) COMMUNICATIONS such as the baton, handcuffs, taser, empty addition, in-depth examination is given to MULTIMEDIA ______hand techniques and Oleoresin Capsicum. the interview and interrogation process and Equivalent to CJP-171. crime scene management. Equivalent to CMM-121 Basic Television and Audio CJP-173. (2 credits) CJP-278 Criminology (3 credits) This course is an introduction to television This course is an introduction to the major CJP-357 Environmental Compliance and audio equipment and its proper use and theoretical concepts, both historical and Techniques (3 credits) care. A basic approach to troubleshooting is modern day, which provide explanations This course examines the role of included. Not available for supplemental. of crime, criminals, and criminality. The environmental inspectors and investigators in ensuring public and private industrial relationships with other sciences, and *440UÅ\LUJLVM*VTT\UPJH[PVU between theory and practice, are included. operations comply with environmental (3 credits) :JPLU[PÄJMV\UKH[PVUZMVYHTVKLYUJYPTPUHS legislation established to protect the This course is an overview of the history, policy are discussed. environment against degradation or damage. functions, roles and effects of mass Compliance options and alternatives are communication and how they converge CJP-280 Commercial Vehicle presented in dealing with violations. The in the new media. Also covered is the Enforcement (3 credits) principles of administrative law form a major PUÅ\LUJLVM*HUHKPHUSH^PU[OLHJX\PZP[PVU Commercial vehicle enforcement is a part of this course. and delivery of information through the ZWLJPHSPaLKÄLSKVM[YHMÄJLUMVYJLTLU[ new media. Topics may include civil and 6MÄJLYZ^OVJVUK\J[JVTTLYJPHS]LOPJSL CJP-359 Conservation Law Investigation criminal libel, contempt of court, shield laws, enforcement play a critical role in ensuring (5 credits) obscenity, censorship, copyright, privacy, highway safety and protecting our highway This course is a thorough examination government secrecy, regulatory bodies infrastructure. In this course, you will learn of the investigative function of the and agencies, constitutional provisions about the roles and duties of a Commercial UH[\YHSYLZV\YJLVMÄJLY;VWPJZPUJS\KL for freedom of expression and ethics. Not =LOPJSL,UMVYJLTLU[6MÄJLY0UHKKP[PVU[V searching and recoding information from available for supplemental. L_HTPUPUN[OLYVSLHUKM\UJ[PVUVMHU6MÄJLY the violation scene, the collection and we will cover key legislation and topics preservation of evidence, investigative relating to commercial vehicle enforcement leads to locate witnesses and the proper such as vehicle safety inspections, driver \ZLHUKJHYLVM[OLVMÄJLY»ZÄLSKUV[LIVVR and vehicle licensing requirements, A comprehensive sample investigation dangerous goods, weights and dimensions report is a requirement of the course. and more. If you are interested in a career as Laboratory exercises include interviewing

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CMM-153 Digital Audio (3 credits) CMM-185 The Principles of Animation prepared to learn and grow with the industry. We live in a world of sound. In this course, (4 credits) 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*44 you will learn to capture, edit and mix the You will learn and apply the principles sound bites that make up the audio texture and methods of classical animation, CMM-285 3D Modeling & Animation/Maya of the real world, and add sound to the and its more recent 2D and 3D digital (5 credits) virtual spaces you create and recreate in the variants. Using motion studies, solid body Building on your knowledge of basic multimedia world. Equivalent to CMM-155. interactions, cyclical movement, and adding animation principles and practices, you *VYLX\PZP[L!*443SHIJVTWVULU[ synchronized audio and ambient effects, will use the industry’s standard software you will explore and apply the techniques tools for modeling and animating in 3D. You CMM-156 Digital Video (4 credits) the pros use to bring animated characters will learn to apply advanced techniques Whether you are simply capturing and and inanimate objects to life. Equivalent to to develop animated characters and combining sequences from the life around CMM-275. 3D environments, create mechanical you, or using video graphics techniques to simulations and incorporate the kinds of design at the speed of light, you will need CMM-216 Practicum I (8 credits) special effects required by the advertising to edit your footage and take control of the This course is a practicum in industry and HUKÄSTPUK\Z[YPLZ7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! process to bring your video project to life. educational settings for a minimum of four *44 The concepts you learn and the editing weeks. Students will take this practicum fundamentals you master in this course will only upon successful completion of Term II. CMM-288 Programming Rich-Media give you a solid foundation in using digital Practicum placements can be throughout Applications (5 credits) video creatively and effectively in your western Canada. As a multimedia programmer, it is up to you multimedia presentations. to make the various digital media in your CMM-217 Project Integration (2 credits) projects as interactive as possible. In this CMM-162 Multimedia Principles & Design This course integrates course work with course, you will learn to take greater control (4 credits) the experiences gained in the practicum of media assets and script your projects to Successful multimedia projects require ZL[[PUNZ;OPZZLTPUHYJHUILM\SÄSSLKHM[LY make the user experience highly interactive. teamwork and planning. Through research, LP[OLY*44VY*44 You’ll be Introduced to object-oriented observation and hands-on practice, you programming practices, and learn to write will learn important lessons about how CMM-218 Practicum II (8 credits) programs that are simpler to understand multimedia production teams conceive, This course is a practicum in industry and and easier to maintain. You’ll also learn more organize and manage projects, and what educational settings for a minimum of four about the importance of documentation, proven professional practices are followed weeks. Students will take this practicum making your elegant code accessible and to ensure success. Equivalent to CMM-161. only upon successful completion of Term II. reusable by others in the production chain. Practicum placements can be throughout ,X\P]HSLU[[V*447YLYLX\PZP[LZ! CMM-163 Scripting for Multimedia & Web ^LZ[LYU*HUHKH7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*44 CMM-165. (4 credits) The computer program is your willing CMM-280 Integrating Authoring CMM-291 Professional Foundations ZLY]HU[HUKP[VUS`OHZVULX\LZ[PVU!¸>OH[ (4 credits) (5 credits) next?”. In this basic programming course, In this advanced course, students apply This course is intended to give you a deeper you will learn various ways to answer the skills of multimedia authoring to create understanding and appreciation of the that question and tell your multimedia industry quality projects, which require the interrelated professional activities involved applications and web pages what to integration of a variety of tools and media. in multimedia production in general, as well display, and how to behave. Using the basic 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*44*44 as provide you with a conceptual point of building blocks of designing and delivering entry into the special discipline you have interactive content, you’ll explore the pre- CMM-282 Professional Portfolio I chosen as an area of applied concentration. built functionality of authoring applications. (2 credits) CMM-292 Proseminar (6 credits) The *VYLX\PZP[L!*443SHIJVTWVULU[ In this seminar course, you will research and proseminar course is designed to give you evaluate current best practices for designing an opportunity to collaborate with your co- CMM-165 Using Flash and Web Standards and producing a professional portfolio. In learners and the Program Team to integrate (5 credits) addition to taking part in discussions, group advanced topics and the most current The network is the computer! Learning to presentations and critiques, you will develop industry practices with workplace learning use interactive applications together with and submit a treatment and outline for your HUKV[OLYHJ[P]P[PLZPU[OLÄUHSZLTLZ[LY@V\ industry standards, such as XML, CSS and own digital portfolio. will take part in planning and hosting web Javascript to access, format and display events, inviting key people in the industry data on the network will set you apart as a CMM-283 Professional Portfolio II to engage with you in discussing current true producer on the next-generation WWW. (4 credits) industry issues and directions or collaborate 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*44*VYLX\PZP[L! As you create your professional e-portfolio, with you in evaluating technologies and CMM-165L (lab component). you will not only be showcasing your work, L_WLYPTLU[PUN^P[OZVS\[PVUZ7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! but perhaps more importantly, documenting CMM-291. the underlying learning, and establishing your status as a lifelong learner and committed professional. By organizing your e-portfolio and making it accessible on your Internet domain, you will reinforce the fact that you are, indeed, a professional,

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CMM-293 Capstone Project (6 credits) COC-134 Sweet and Savoury Techniques taking, memory, study reading and test- Although your instructors will be very much (22.5 credits) taking and/or non-academic skills such as involved with organizing and supporting This 16-week course focuses on two goal setting, time management, motivation [OPZÄUHSWYVQLJ[[OLYLHSNVHSPZ[VNP]L KPZ[PUJ[HYLHZ!IHRLZOVWWYVK\J[PVUHUK and personal responsibility. Alternatively, you a chance to extend your knowledge understanding techniques for producing students with physical or learning disabilities in multimedia, and your chosen area of savoury food items. In the bakeshop, may receive training and practice in assistive HWWSPLKJVUJLU[YH[PVU[OYV\NOHZPNUPÄJHU[ students will cover baking ingredients, yeast technologies. achievement in independent learning. This goods, pastries and cakes. In the savoury capstone project lets you demonstrate your lab, students will cover seasoning, sauces, COL-004 GED Preparation (2 credits) individual commitment to, and preparation IVUPUNHUKÄSSL[PUNHWWL[PaLYZI\MML[Z This course is designed to help students MVYSPMLSVUNSLHYUPUN7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! HUKJVVRPUN[LJOUPX\LZMVYTLH[ÄZOHUK earn the General Education Development CMM-291. WV\S[Y`7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*6* Tests (G.E.D.), accepted by many employers as an alternative to a high school diploma. (COC) CULINARY CAREERS______(COL) COLLEGE SUCCESS ______Students will review their knowledge of social studies, science, written skills, COC-127 Culinary Careers Introduction COL-001 Individual Learning Strategies I literature and the arts, and mathematics. (3 credits) (1 credit) Particular attention will be given to reading This course is a prerequisite required by These individualized courses are designed and mathematical skills. The cost of the all students entering Culinary Careers. to help students learn and apply the testing is included in the course registration Students will gain basic knowledge, skills ZWLJPÄJSLHYUPUNZ[YH[LNPLZ[OL`YLX\PYL fees. and attitudes toward sanitation, safety, to succeed in post-secondary programs. kitchen equipment and knife safety. After consultation between the instructor COL-050 Orientation to College Learning and student, a set of learning needs will be (5 credits) COC-131 Nutrition for Cooks (1 credit) PKLU[PÄLKHUKHUPUKP]PK\HSPaLKWYVNYHT This course is designed to prepare students This course introduces nutritional concepts completed to address them. Topics may for college or university studies prior to entry that focus on healthy eating and living include academic skills such as note-taking, into a program. Students will be shown styles. Students will learn to identify memory, study reading and test-taking the proven learning and study methods the various types of restricted diets and and/or non-academic skills such as goal necessary for academic success. Some understand consumers’ allergies and setting, time management, motivation topics include memory skills, note-taking, U\[YP[PVUHSYLX\PYLTLU[Z7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! and personal responsibility. Alternatively, questioning skills, test preparation, math COC-127. students with physical or learning disabilities strategies, and textbook reading. In addition, may receive training and practice in assistive students will explore topics related to life COC-132 Industry Work Placement technologies. skills such as budgeting, time management, (2 credits) self motivation and awareness, relationship :[\KLU[ZZWLUKHTPUPT\TVM OV\YZ COL-002 Individual Learning Strategies II building and goal setting. Equivalent to in a paid industry position in a full-service (2 credits) COL-100. restaurant, hotel, golf course, private club or These individualized courses are designed institutional operation, where opportunities to help students learn and apply the COL-101 College Success (3 credits) exist to gain additional experience in ZWLJPÄJSLHYUPUNZ[YH[LNPLZ[OL`YLX\PYL This course provides a comprehensive preparing a wide variety of quality food to succeed in post-secondary programs. examination of the skills and attitudes items. This course is noted for its varied After consultation between the instructor needed to succeed in post-secondary selection of industry partners that annually and student, a set of learning needs will be WYVNYHTZ:WLJPÄJZ[\K`ZRPSSZHYL visit the campus to interview students during PKLU[PÄLKHUKHUPUKP]PK\HSPaLKWYVNYHT presented and the implications these skills /VZWP[HSP[`9LJY\P[TLU[+H`.YHKLKJYLKP[ completed to address these needs. Topics have to other areas of life are considered. VYUVJYLKP[*95*95V[H]HPSHISLMVY may include academic skills such as note- Topics include goal setting, motivation, Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*6* taking, memory, study reading and test- personal responsibility, time management, taking and/or non-academic skills such as memory and concentration, study reading, COC-133 Restaurant & Production Skills goal setting, time management, motivation note-taking and test-taking. (22.5 credits) and personal responsibility. Alternatively, This 16-week course offers students the students with physical or learning disabilities COL-103 Introduction to Learning opportunity to develop skills fundamental may receive training and practice in assistive Strategies (1 credit) to the cooking trade. Emphasis is placed technologies. ;OPZJV\YZLPZHUPU[YVK\J[PVU[VZWLJPÄJ on practical skills that enable students learning strategies students require to to perform multiple tasks in an organized COL-003 Individual Learning Strategies III succeed in post-secondary programs. and expedious fashion, mirroring industry (3 credits) :[\KLU[Z^PSSL_WSVYLHJVYLZL[VMJOPLÅ` environments. Learners are encouraged to These individualized courses are designed academic learning strategies such as note- develop team skills and customer interaction to help students learn and apply the taking, memory, study reading, test- taking techniques demanded by modern restaurant ZWLJPÄJSLHYUPUNZ[YH[LNPLZ[OL`YLX\PYL and time management. operations. Theory modules focus on to succeed in post-secondary programs. breakfast, beverages, salads, sandwiches, After consultation between the instructor soups, vegetables, starches, food costing, and student, a set of learning needs will be controls and procedures. All exams are PKLU[PÄLKHUKHUPUKP]PK\HSPaLKWYVNYHT written through T.L.M., a computer-based completed to address these needs. Topics [LZ[PUNWSH[MVYT7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*6* may include academic skills such as note-

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COL-120 General Studies Initiative change, this course provides opportunities COM-265 Technical Presentations (1 credit) to develop communication skills, recognition (3 credits) This General Studies course is designed for and understanding of self concept, skills This course provides students with the students in the Initiative Program. Students in enhancing interpersonal relationships, opportunity to prepare and present short will pursue a mixture of self-guided and procedures for goal-setting and techniques technical reports with the use of various teacher-directed activities. Students will for decision-making. Not available for multimedia technologies. The intent is participate in seminars and peer activities supplemental. to simulate the types of presentations that leave them better prepared to face the technologists will encounter in industry challenges of student life. COM-170 Helping Relationships and increase students’ effectiveness in (3 credits) communications. Not available for challenge (COM) COMMUNICATION SKILLS___ This course covers techniques of VYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!,5. interpersonal communication through COM-137 Communication Skills (1 credit) introduction to the helping relationships COM-275 Interviewing Techniques This is a 16-hour course for students process. In the process, the client is an (3 credits) enrolled in the Culinary Careers Diploma. interactive participant; the direction of the This course will cover basic interviewing The course focuses on communication skills interaction is provided by the client . Topics techniques and focuses on the structure and necessary for attaining, maintaining and include problem-solving, decision-making, functions of various types of interviews. The advancing in a career in the food service JVUÅPJ[YLZVS\[PVUJOHYHJ[LYPZ[PJZVMH emphasis is on interpersonal relationships, HUKOVZWP[HSP[`PUK\Z[Y`7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! helper, and the helping process. Hands- rapport building, barriers to effective COC-127. on helping skills are developed in order communication, paraphrasing as well as to communicate more effectively with obtaining statements from complainants, COM-146 Effective Speaking (2 credits) clients. Not available for supplemental. ]PJ[PTZHUK^P[ULZZLZ9VSLWSH`PUNPZ This course covers practical application 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*64 employed extensively. There will be an given to oral communication in the areas of emphasis regarding interviewing persons interpersonal and nonverbal communication, COM-175 Applied English/ with special needs and persons from diverse public speaking, assertiveness, and Communication (3 credits) J\S[\YHSNYV\WZ7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*64 interview skills. Not available for Learners will be Introduced to the theory of supplemental. Equivalent to SPH-146. pre-employment testing and interviews, with COM-460 Reports and Investigations emphasis on the Behavioural Descriptive (3 credits) COM-155 Customer and Team Relations Interview (BDI). Learners will apply these The ability to communicate in writing (3 credits) theories through practical classroom is an essential skill for the correctional Effective relations with both customers interview exercises and will also develop professional. Students will demonstrate and team members are essential for application letter and resume writing skills. competency in the completion of a variety of organizations to be successful. This course 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!,5. reports, including pre-sentence and parole equips students with customer service skills investigations, community assessment, [OH[^PSSYLZ\S[PUH:LY]PJL)LZ[JLY[PÄJH[L COM-254 Correctional Report Writing institutional reports, temporary absence Team relation exercises will help equip (3 credits) plans, incident reports and internal students to function in work settings. ;OPZJV\YZLHKKYLZZLZ[OLZWLJPÄJ investigations. Technical competency is an requirements of report structure and content expectation and content of reports must be COM-158 Leadership Communication PU[OLJVYYLJ[PVUHSÄLSK9LWVY[Z\[PSPaLKPU appropriate. Students must demonstrate an Skill (3 credits) both community and institutional corrections understanding of the purpose of the reports, This course will provide learners an (federal and provincial) will be addressed, their routing and possible outcomes. This opportunity to explore their personal as well as those required for work with is a Directed Field Study (DFS) course. Not communication style and to develop the young offenders. The interpretation of, need available for supplemental. interpersonal skills needed for effective for, and use of statistics in management relationships in the workplace. The problem solving are examined, together (CON) CONSTRUCTION ______importance of understanding group with the preparation and interpretation of K`UHTPJZSLHKLYZOPWZ[`SLZJVUÅPJ[ information in the form of graphs and tables. CON-133 Residential Construction resolution strategies, and team development Electronic reporting will also be addressed. (3 credits) models will be reinforced using business Not available for supplemental. Equivalent to This course covers the principles and scenarios. Learners will also gain knowledge *177YLYLX\PZP[LZ!,5. practices of light construction. The various on how to facilitate a successful meeting, phases of residential construction are as well as prepare for behaviour descriptive COM-263 Interpersonal Skills (3 credits) covered in a logical sequence. The main interview questions. Each learner will be This course covers the interpersonal skills topics include the building site, footings and exposed to public speaking by doing an needed to handle sensitive situations MV\UKH[PVUZMYHTPUNWYHJ[PJLZMVYÅVVYZ individual presentation to their peers. encountered when dealing with the public walls, partitions and roofs. The Alberta in the renewable resources conservation Building Code is an integral part of the COM-162 Interpersonal Communications ÄLSK,TWOHZPZPZWSHJLKVU]LYIHSQ\KV course. Not available for supplemental. (3 credits) and technical communications. Students ,X\P]HSLU[[V*65*VYLX\PZP[L!+9- This course is designed to improve students’ further enhance their verbal and written 165, CON-133L (lab component). self-concepts and provide them with the communication skills through various skills to successfully relate with others exercises. on a personal, social and business basis. Designed for personal growth and attitude

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*65*VU[YHJ[Z:WLJPÄJH[PVUZ bank and surety relationships, effective to a commercial-industrial structure. Not Inspections (4 credits) Z\WLY]PZPVUHUK[OLKPYLJ[PUNVMHWYVÄ[HISL H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! This course is an introduction to the organization. Not available for supplemental. CON-222. Canadian legal system, the basic components and requirements of building CON-212 Building System Services CON-250 Detailed Estimating (4 credits) contracts, types of contracts used in the (4 credits) This is the senior estimating course. It construction industry and their applications, This course deals with the fundamental offers in-depth application of the concepts duties, rights and obligations of the concepts of the design and implementation and techniques set out in Estimating contracting parties, general conditions of the mechanical and electrical systems Fundamentals. This will include the of the contract and the various statutes for both residential and light commercial preparation of a responsive tender, that affect the construction industry as a buildings. Methods for the design, employing estimating software and whole. The lab gives students a hands- installation and operation of water supply, incorporating a contract document for a on approach to contract management. plumbing and storm drainage, electrical selected civil or commercial project. All Topics include organization of the contract supply, heating and air conditioning will be items of cost impact will be considered. KVJ\TLU[ZJVU[YHJ[ZWLJPÄJH[PVUZ studied. Not available for supplemental. Not available for supplemental. Equivalent drawings, and addendum), control of the 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!+9-,5- [V*657YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*65 tendering process, revisions to the contract, *VYLX\PZP[L!*653SHIJVTWVULU[ measurement and payment, change orders, CON-222 Heavy Construction I (3 credits) claims and disputes, documentation and This course is a practical overview of (COR) CORRECTIONS ______administration of the contract and the role of construction problems and building the inspector. Not available for challenge or techniques. Topics may include site COR-150 Introduction to Corrections Z\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L!*653SHI investigation, layouts, earthworks and (3 credits) component). braces excavations, dewatering, piling, This course examines correctional forming, and concreting techniques and the systems in Canada. It covers the history CON-150 Codes, Details and Drawings analyzing of shoring and reshoring for the of corrections, the role of corrections (3 credits) temporary support of concrete slabs during in contemporary society, and the The structuring of the Alberta Building Code the construction of buildings. Not available interrelationships between the various (accessing, interpreting and employing the for supplemental. Equivalent to CON-211. components (including community-based content) is closely examined through study 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!,5-*VYLX\PZP[L!,5- corrections, correctional centres, and and practical exercise. The proper detailing 152. parole). Correctional treatment and after of systems and assemblies are examined care are reviewed. Emphasis is placed on through sketch and label exercises and CON-223 Estimating Fundamentals the formal and informal relationships that PKLU[PÄJH[PVUVU[OL¸HZI\PSKKYH^PUNZ¹;OL (4 credits) exist in correctional organizations and the methodology and conventions employed This course covers the fundamentals of relationships between staff and inmates in in the drafting of project drawings are estimating types, uses and limitations; correctional centres. Equivalent to CJP-150. examined through a variety of blueprint conceptual, area/volume and system reading and interpreting exercises. Not LZ[PTH[LZPUKLJPP]HYPHISLZHUKTVKPÄLYZ *69*VYYLJ[PVUHS*SHZZPÄJH[PVU available for supplemental or challenge. This course also addresses formatting (3 credits) 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*(+ the detailed estimate including methods This course addresses the central process and measurements; pricing the take off; VMJVYYLJ[PVUHSJSHZZPÄJH[PVU^OPJOPU]VS]LZ CON-155 Managing Construction Process burdens and indirects; risk of margins; assigning housing, programs and the (4 credits) summarizing and tendering. Not available level of supervision required by offenders. This course examines the management for supplemental. Equivalent to CON-216. ;OLPTWSPJH[PVUZVMJSHZZPÄJH[PVUMVYJHZL principles and techniques as applied to 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*65*65 management, security and control, and effective on-site control of construction the management of risk are included. Not works. Transferable concepts include CON-224 Detailed Estimating (5 credits) available for supplemental. Equivalent to responsibilities, effective management and This is the senior estimation course covering CJP-253. leadership, decision and actions, project in-depth applications of the concepts planning, network scheduling techniques, and techniques set out in Estimating COR-262 Drugs in Corrections (3 credits) setting objectives, measuring progress and Fundamentals. It includes the preparation of This course covers the role that addictive monitoring costs, Total Quality Management, a responsive tender, employing estimating substances and addiction plays within the teamwork and partnering. Not available for software and incorporating a contract correctional population. Drug recognition supplemental or challenge. document for a selected civil or commercial and the physiological effects of drugs and project. All items of cost impact will be HSJVOVSPU[V_PJH[PVUHUK[OLPKLU[PÄJH[PVUVM CON-209 Business Management in considered. Not available for supplemental. symptoms of drug and alcohol intoxication Construction (3 credits) ,X\P]HSLU[[V*657YLYLX\PZP[LZ! HUKHKKPJ[PVUHYLZ[\KPLK;OLPKLU[PÄJH[PVU This course covers the fundamentals of *65*VYLX\PZP[L!*65 and management of offenders who are business organizations and management abusers or addicts of drugs or alcohol is in the construction industry. Topics may CON-225 Heavy Construction II (3 credits) reviewed. Not available for supplemental. include conditions and requirements, legal This course is a continuation of the Equivalent to CJP-262. structuring, corporate organization, policies building techniques Introduced in Heavy and procedures, budgeting and accounting, Construction I. Topics include structural cost control, contract documents and trade MYHTLZHUKLUJSVZPUNÅVVYPUNYVVÄUN agreements, ACTS, claims, negotiations, WHY[P[PVUPUNHUKZ\WWS`PUNPU[LYPVYÄUPZOLZ

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COR-277 Corrections Administration COR-350 Crime-Related Victimology COR-380 Justice in Community (3 credits) (3 credits) (3 credits) In this advanced justice course carried out This course is an overview of a variety of This course focuses on the victims of crime. in the community, students will enhance correctional institutions and operational It covers the nature of victimization, the their knowledge of the role of the community structures with particular emphasis on effects of victimization, and the treatment in the human experience as it relates to supervision and the human element. of victims in the criminal justice system. responding to crimes and offenders in a Motivation theory, organizational behaviour, Victim-offender mediation programs are holistic manner. This course covers the manpower development, labour relations investigated, as is the connection between concepts of justice and the beliefs in and personnel evaluation are studied. Also early victimization and criminal behaviour. operation as society deals with correction or considered are the traditional management punishment of criminals. A survey of history tasks within such an organization, the COR-355 Violence and Criminal Behavior is included in order to explore the changing importance of change and control and how (3 credits) beliefs that underpin corrections and to [OLZ`Z[LTPZPUÅ\LUJLKI`NV]LYUTLU[HS Students explore the roots and understand the concepts behind important priorities. Equivalent to CJP-277. manifestations of violence in Canadian current movements in corrections practice society, and the implication of violence in such as restorative justice. COR-279 Correctional Casework & corrections. The management of violent Counselling (3 credits) offenders, on an individual basis and in COR-385 Issues & Trends in Corrections This course is an examination of the gangs, is the primary focus of this course. (3 credits) principles, ethics, and values associated Techniques for diffusing violent behaviour In this course, learners will explore current with effective casework processes in are also learned and applied in practice. and emerging issues associated with the corrections. Case studies are employed incarceration and treatment of offenders to give students direct and practical COR-360 Aboriginal Peoples (3 credits) around the world, and the impact of these experience in the casework processes used In this course, students explore the historical issues on staff and the management of in correctional organizations and agencies. and sociological reasons why aboriginal offenders. An overview of counselling techniques peoples make up a disproportionate employed within corrections and young percentage of the correctional population COR-387 Crisis Management (3 credits) offenders is included. Equivalent to in Canada. The nature and types of This course covers the management of CJP-279. correctional programming for First Nations crises situations, with emphasis on early people will be surveyed, with particular PKLU[PÄJH[PVUVMWV[LU[PHSJYPZLZWYL]LU[PVU COR-285 Correctional Methods emphasis on healing traditions within control and resolution. The emphasis is (3 credits) correctional environments. The delivery on correctional events such as riots and This course is an examination of the of community programs in aboriginal hostage situations, although the content has principles, ethics, and values associated communities is also addressed. The application within a wider context such as with effective casework processes in development of a program for aboriginal policing and security. corrections. Case studies are employed offenders in the community or institutions is to give students direct and practical a requirement of this course. COR-450 Community/Institution experience in the casework processes used Resource (3 credits) in correctional organizations and agencies. COR-374 Professional Correctional In this course, students learn about the An overview of counselling techniques Worker (3 credits) resources available to support offenders employed within corrections and young The purpose of this course is to provide in the community or the institution offenders is included. Equivalent to correctional staff with the tools to face the (depending on the work setting). Students *17 daily complexities of their workplace. Among will demonstrate an awareness and the subjects addressed are adaptation to understanding of the resources available COR-287 Crisis Resolution (3 credits) change, stress management, workload for changing behaviour; promoting Upon completing this course, learners will and time management, the achievement personal development and growth; recognize that crises are turning points in of personal balance, self-assessment recreation, and personal health. In terms offenders’ lives that involve both threats and personal care, the development and of staff, students will demonstrate an and opportunities. Included in the course THPU[LUHUJLVMHÄ[HUKOLHS[O`SPMLZ[`SL awareness and understanding of resources content are a brief overview of key areas emotional intelligence and career planning. available for personal health and wellness, of offender victimology, the non-violent (ZPNUPÄJHU[LSLTLU[VM[OLJV\YZLPZ[OL promotion and development, and employee de-escalation of crises, and the process of completion of a personal self-management assistance programs. This is a Directed validation and importance of relationships plan. Field Study (DFS) course. Not available for in terms of facilitating personal change supplemental. in offenders. Learners will learn how to COR-378 Women in Corrections assist offenders in the management of their (3 credits) COR-455 Comparative Corrections behaviour and emotions and will apply the ;OPZJV\YZLPZKP]PKLKPU[V[^VWHY[Z![OL (3 credits) steps of resolution-based crisis intervention female offender and the roles of women Knowledge of other correctional systems in real life role play situations. as correctional professionals. It addresses is essential to understanding the values the special needs of female offenders and and restrictions of our own. Students will current initiatives to address them. The demonstrate competency in this area course explains the challenges women face by completing a comprehensive paper working in predominately male environments comparing correctional practices in at HUK[OLLMMLJ[ZHUKPUÅ\LUJLZ^OPJO^VTLU least three other countries with those have as professionals. in Canada. Students will be required to

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demonstrate competency in reviewing a requirement of this course in either case. COR-472 Program Development literature, collecting and analyzing data, and Prior approval of the work site supervisor (3 credits) written communication. Initial outlines of and DFS Co-ordinator is required. This is In this course, students will demonstrate proposed studies require approval of faculty a Directed Field Study (DFS) course. Not the ability to initiate and develop a supervisor. available for supplemental. program related to the goals of the agency. Competence will be demonstrated through COR-456 Correctional Technology COR-466 Applied Correctional Methods development of a plan, determination of (3 credits) (3 credits) resources required, organization, completion This course tests students’ knowledge of, In this course, students apply and of the initial objective, and assessment of and competence in, institutional technology, demonstrate competency in the skills results. This is a Directed Field Study (DFS) tactical technology and information necessary to be effective correctional course. Not available for supplemental. systems. Institutional technology includes professionals. These include an door and key control systems, sensing understanding of the goals and objectives COR-473 Mentorship in Correctional devices, emergency alarms, body alarms, of the agency and their application; Settings (3 credits) scanners, cameras and other security competency in the essential tasks of the Mentorship offers senior students the devices. Tactical technology includes the HNLUJ`"HUKHWWSPJH[PVUVMZRPSSZZWLJPÄJ opportunity to learn and demonstrate skills use of weapons (lethal and non-lethal), to the agency. This is a Directed Field necessary to develop junior personnel security hardware, and other technical aids Study (DFS) course. Not available for within the agency. Students in this course to security. Information technology includes supplemental. must demonstrate effective supervision inmate management information systems, and leadership skills including training organizational software programs, and the COR-467 Management Offender and coaching of junior staff, evaluation operation of associated hardware. This is Movement (3 credits) career counselling and mentoring. This is a Directed Field Study (DFS) course. Not The movement of offenders to and a Directed Field Study (DFS) course. Not available for supplemental. from institutions for court, medical, or available for supplemental. compassionate reasons is an integral COR-457 Community Involvement aspect of correctional operation. Students COR-474 Safety in Correctional (3 credits) must demonstrate an awareness of Environment (3 credits) In this fourth-year course, students learn security issues relative to offender escorts, This course explains the risks inherent and demonstrate skills and abilities including security ratings; competence in correctional work. Students must in establishing and fostering positive in the application of restraining devices; demonstrate knowledge of the purpose JVTT\UP[`YLSH[PVUZYLSH[LK[V[OLÄLSK and sensitivity to issues relating to and application of institutional safety of corrections. Students will demonstrate offenders appearing in public under systems and responses to violations. These ongoing involvement and leadership, or escort. Demonstrated competency in the PUJS\KLJVKLZLTLYNLUJ`WYVJLK\YLZÄYL administer within an associated community, supervision of work crews and camps responses, inmate and staff evacuation educational or public program. An evaluation may also be considered. This is a Directed procedures, industrial hazards and the of the program is an essential part of this Field Study (DFS) course. Not available for control of dangerous contraband. This is course. This is a Directed Field Study (DFS) supplemental. a Directed Field Study (DFS) course. Not course. Not available for supplemental. available for supplemental. COR-470 Administrative Methods COR-460 Offender Supervision (3 credits) COR-475 Critical Incident Management (3 credits) In this course, students acquire, (3 credits) This course covers tasks and situations demonstrate and apply knowledge relevant In this course, students will learn about related to offender supervision in a variety to the placement agency or organization and demonstrate an ability to apply the of correctional environments. Students including mission statement, organizational principles of critical incident management, learn and demonstrate competency in structure, administrative responsibilities PUJS\KPUNHZZLZZPUNZP[\H[PVUZKLÄUPUN interviewing offenders, observing and of key positions, policy, procedures problems, deploying resources and assessing their behaviour, and documenting and directives. This is a Directed Field resolving situations. This is a Directed their observation; directing and controlling Study (DFS) course. Not available for Field Study (DFS) course. Not available for offenders singly and/or in groups; and supplemental. supplemental. correcting offenders behaviour and carrying out discipline appropriately. This is a COR-471 Program Management COR-476 Court Security (3 credits) Directed Field Study (DFS) course. Not (3 credits) In this course, students will acquire the skills available for supplemental. In this course, students will be directly ULJLZZHY`MVY[OLWYV[LJ[PVUVMVMÄJPHSZHUK involved with the day-to-day management the public in courtroom settings. This will COR-461 Specialized Offender Study and supervision of correctional programs. include the application of personal authority, (3 credits) 9L]PL^HUKHWWSPJH[PVUVMWVSPJ`^PSSIL tactics, and weapons to prevent, contain This course examines the different needs essential topics of this course. This is a and deal with disruptions by offenders or of different groups of offenders. Students Directed Field Study (DFS) course. Not the public in the courtroom. Knowledge ^PSSKLTVUZ[YH[LZPNUPÄJHU[RUV^SLKNLVM available for supplemental. of prisoner security issues is required HZWLJPÄJPKLU[PÄHISLNYV\WVMVMMLUKLYZ for competence in this course. This is a through program involvement. Alternatively, Directed Field Study (DFS) course. Not students may select a particular offender available for supplemental. group and conduct research to enhance their knowledge. A comprehensive report is

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(CPL) CAREER PLANNING ______(CPU) COMPUTERS______CPU-151 Introduction to Computers (3 credits) CPL-045 Basic Employability Skills I CPU-051 Computer Skills (3 credits) This course is an introduction to personal (3 credits) This course teaches students the computer computers, requiring little or no previous This course covers basic workplace skills skills required to successfully meet the knowledge of computer use and application. and assesses personal employability skills requirements of college courses in the use Students review the components and by completing skills and interest inventories. VMIHZPJ^VYKWYVJLZZPUNÄSLTHUHNLTLU[ operation of microcomputers and gain a In addition, self-esteem, goal-setting Internet and library research, e-mail, and working knowledge of the operating system, and stress-management techniques are Web-CT. Not open to supplemental. word processing, spreadsheet, and other PKLU[PÄLK5V[VWLU[VZ\WWSLTLU[HS software applications. The course forms CPU-101 Computer Basics (2 credits) the basis for computer applications and CPL-050 Basic Employability Skills II This course is designed for post-secondary subsequent courses in the respective (3 credits) students who have little to no computer program areas. The course will be taught This course introduces resume writing experience and who need to learn to use in the lab and the commons area in the techniques. Students will compose their own the electronic resources routinely required Instructional Building. Some scheduled resumes to market their skills and abilities. of Lethbridge College students. The course class times may be replaced by time in Successful interview strategies will be taught will teach students how to use LCC Online, [OLJVTTVUZ;OPZ^PSSILÅL_PISLHUK and implemented during a mock interview WebCT, e-mail, the Internet, and library determined during the term. process. Not open to supplemental. databases, and basic word processing M\UJ[PVUZ,X\P]HSLU[[V*7< CPU-155 Commercial Vehicle CPL-090 Workplace Communications Enforcement Computer Applications (3 credits) *7<6MÄJL:\P[L0JYLKP[Z (3 credits) This employability skills course is designed This course covers basic concepts of In this course, students will learn word to develop the basic skills necessary to 4PJYVZVM[6MÄJLWYLZLU[H[PVUZWYLHKZOLL[ processing, spreadsheet, e-mail and Internet get an interview and gain employment. A and database). Students will become skills and accessing mainframe applications major focus of this course is demonstrating familiar with the basic operations of an [OH[HYLZWLJPÄJ[V(SILY[H0UMYHZ[Y\J[\YLHUK relationship skills with other people on a PU[LNYH[LKVMÄJLWHJRHNL(KKP[PVUHS Transportation. This course will be taught personal, social, business basis. Designed materials are given to enhance basic using Windows NT operating system. for personal growth and attitudinal change, training. Not available for supplemental. this course develops skills in questioning, CPU-170 Production Software I listening, resume and cover-letter writing, CPU-135 Introduction to Database (2 credits) interviewing, disclosure/decision-making, (2 credits) This course is an introduction to the use HZZLY[P]LULZZHZWHY[VMH[LHTHUKJVUÅPJ[ This introductory level course will provide of computers and software relevant to the resolution necessary for employment. students with hands-on training in the basic media. Students learn operation of both operations of Microsoft Access. Topics PC and Macintosh computers on a system CPL-150 Community Service Learning covered include creating tables, entering including e-mail, Internet, word processing, (3 credits) data, creating basic relationships, queries spreadsheets, presentation tools, desktop This course will provide opportunities and reports. W\ISPZOPUNH\KPVLKP[PUNNYHWOPJZHUKÄSL for students to participate in Service THUHNLTLU[LZZLU[PHSZ5V[L!3PTP[LK[V Learning, a program that connects the CPU-136 Introduction to Spreadsheet Communication Arts students. Equivalent to curriculum to volunteerism within the (2 credits) CAP-174. community. Students are matched with This introductory level course will provide community service projects related to their students with hands-on training in the CPU-190 Production Software II classroom studies. While meeting actual basic operations of Microsoft Excel. Topics (2 credits) community needs, students gain valuable covered include creating and formatting This course covers the study and practice hands-on experiences which enhance worksheets and charts, writing formulas, in advertising and editorial layout for the their educational goals. In addition to the performing what-if analysis, and other built- print media and advanced production academic reinforcement, Service Learning in functions. [LJOUVSVNPLZMVYYHKPV7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! strengthens student leadership skills and CPU-170. offers opportunities to better understand CPU-137 Introduction to PowerPoint such values as human diversity, social (1 credit) CPU-221 Database Management justice, and engaged citizenship. The student will learn the basic functions (3 credits) and capabilities of Microsoft PowerPoint to This course develops database management CPL-155 Natural Resource Careers JYLH[LVMÄJLWYLZLU[H[PVUZ skills at an advanced level using MS Access. (3 credits) 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*7<6(( This course provides an overview of CPU-150 Computers in Engineering employment skills required by the Technology (2 credits) CPU-224 Spreadsheet Business environmental industry. Topics include job This course is an applied computer Applications (3 credits) market research, networking, resume writing course focusing on the application of Students will develop advanced level and entrepreneurship. Students will prepare databases and spreadsheets to engineering spreadsheet skills to solve business math a portfolio identifying their training skills. Not applications and problems. Not available WYVISLTZ\ZPUN4:,_JLS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! available for supplemental. MVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS,X\P]HSLU[[V,5- CPU-120, MTH-135. CPU-152.

138 Course Descriptions CPU 226 - CUL 220 www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca

CPU-226 Form and Webpage Design CPU-255 Introduction to Programming medical equipment and surgical instruments. (3 credits) (3 credits) This course is not subject to supplemental. This course prepares students to create This course is an introduction to business web pages and business forms programming for graphical software (CUL) CULINARY CAREERS ______using graphic design principles utilizing MS packages. Emphasis is on the creation of -YVU[7HNLHUK4:>VYK7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! simple routines to build an understanding CUL-200 Introduction to Menu Design CPU-120, CPU-249. of the structure of languages and for (4 credits) application in survey data processing and This course allows students to prepare CPU-248 Computer Applications in Civil graphical software packages. Not available HUKJ\[HZLSLJ[PVUVMTLH[ÄZOWV\S[Y` Engineering (3 credits) MVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*(+ game and seafood for dining room service; This course emphasizes the use of software describe and explain the principles of basic currently available for civil engineering. The CPU-275 Advanced Programming dining room sanitation and safety; describe major focus will be applications of industry (4 credits) common types of menus and explain the relevant design software. Students will also This course examines advanced concepts categories within the menu structure; create build on spreadsheet and database skills to in programming for graphical software luncheon and evening menus. be used later in the program. Presentation packages. Emphasis will be placed on software and presentation techniques more complex routines for automating data CUL-206 Luncheon a la Carte & Buffets are also a component of the course. Not transfer from raw survey data to graphical (14 credits) available for supplemental. Equivalent to software packages. Not available for This course allows students to describe, *0= 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*7< Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*7< identify and prepare a selection of typical CAD-155. foods for buffets and lunch a la carte; (CSP) CENTRAL STERILE describe the typical control mechanisms as CPU-249 Desktop Publishing (5 credits) PROCESSING ______they apply to kitchen management; establish This course covers the theory and selling prices and analyse menu dynamics. applications of desktop publishing. CSP Practicum (4 credits) It covers basic concepts of managing Emphasis is on the fundamentals, This course is an eight-week, full-time work and motivating employees, writing job formatting, and special applications as they L_WLYPLUJLH[*OPUVVR9LNPVUHS/VZWP[HS descriptions, recruiting methods, preparing YLSH[L[VVMÄJL^VYRHUK[OLWYVK\J[PVUVM :[\KLU[Z^PSSZWLUKÄ]L^LLRZPU[OL*LU[YHS a job description, maintaining employee documents for publication. Not available Processing Department, two weeks in the records, calculating related costs, obtaining MVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!2,@ Surgical Suite and one week in the Day food and labour costs, using proven CPU-151. Procedures Department. Emphasis is on the employee evaluation methods, selecting development of skills necessary to perform staff, and training requirements for Hotel and CPU-251 Computer Applications the technical functions related to the 9LZ[H\YHU[Z[HMM (3 credits) decontamination, assembly, function testing, This course covers projects requiring the care, handling and sterilization of surgical CUL-211 Evening Dining a la Carte use of spreadsheet, word processing, instruments and equipment. Students will (8 credits) database and/or presentation software. It have the opportunity to apply classroom This course allows students to manage bridges the gap between merely knowing theory with the practical experience gained an evening dining restaurant and practice the various tasks a certain type of software PU[OLWYHJ[PJ\TZL[[PUN.YHKLK*95*9 cooking a variety of modern dishes on can perform and actually using the program This course is not subject to supplemental. line; understand purchasing and inventory to edit a newsletter, design a three-fold ,X\P]HSLU[[V*:77YLYLX\PZP[LZ! controls, basic purchasing criteria, receiving, brochure, track automobile experts, prepare CSP-150, CSP-160. storing and issuing; prepare for customer and present reports, or perform some basic service and understand the concepts data analysis. Students are Introduced to CSP-150 Medical Terminology/Anatomy involved with serving guests. integrated applications. Not available for and Physiology JOHSSLUNLVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! (4 credits) CUL-216 Gala Banquets and Ice Carving CPU-151. ;OPZJV\YZLJV]LYZ[OLZ[\K`VMWYLÄ_LZ (2 credits) Z\MÄ_LZHUK^VYKYVV[ZMYVT^OPJOTVZ[ This course allows students to practice CPU-253 Technology in Education medical terms are derived, taught in ice-carving techniques, and understand and (3 credits) combination with anatomy and physiology, practice the techniques used to prepare and This course provides learners with an to understand the structure and function of execute a gala dinner for 150 to 250 guests. exposure to and analysis of educational organs and systems in the human body. This software. Assistive technology in course is not subject to supplemental. CUL-220 Skills Assessment & Hot Salon educational settings, including K - Grade (2 credits) 12 information technology curriculum are CSP-160 Surgical Instrument Processing This course allows students to plan, order covered. Not available for supplemental. (6 credits) and prepare a complete meal for 20 or more This course equips students with a guests using modern culinary techniques CPU-254 Basic Desktop Publishing thorough knowledge of the complexities, HUKL]HS\H[LZRPSSZNHPULKPUÄULJ\PZPUL (3 credits) precautions, and techniques associated with This course will introduce learners to microbiology, infection control, disinfection, desktop publishing and apply it in the and sterilization technology. Students will preparation of typical business pamphlets, develop the skills necessary to perform brochures or similar documents. the technical functions related to the care, handling, disassembly, and assembly of

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(CYC) CHILD & YOUTH CARE______CYC-178 CYC Clinical Practice I CYC-183 Therapeutic Activities in CYC (4 credits) (3 credits) CYC-157 Communication Skills & Helping ;OPZÄYZ[ÄLSKL_WLYPLUJLPU]VS]LZ[OL This course will provide students Relationships (3 credits) progressive development of skills in with experience, knowledge and skill This course is designed to improve the observation, interviewing, assessment, development in therapeutic and recreational self-concept and self-awareness of students program planning, and execution of planned activities for children and youth. Activity and to provide them with skills to relate activities under supervision. Placements areas will include a wide range of physical, effectively with team members, clients, and provide experience in agencies that provide JYLH[P]LHUKJ\S[\YHSHJ[P]P[PLZ*VYLX\PZP[L! others. Designed for personal growth and services to children and youth (schools, *@* attitudinal changes, this course provides community youth programs, group homes opportunities to develop communication and treatment centres). The course includes CYC-193 Group Process (3 credits) ZRPSSZHUK[OLÄYZ[Z[HNLZVMOLSWPUN an integration seminar component that This course is an introduction to the relationship skills to enhance interpersonal provides students with an opportunity to processes and skills necessary for and helping relationships. Not available for apply information and skills from course becoming an effective group member as supplemental. work and discuss, analyse, and consolidate well as leader of group processes in a how their experiences can improve their variety of settings. Some of these include, CYC-163 Behaviour Management future professional practices. Attendance in but are not limited to, psycho-education (2 credits) the seminar portion is mandatory. Equivalent or special topic groups for children, youth This course gives students an understanding [V*@*7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*64 and families. Areas to be covered include of techniques of learning theory and *@* *@* /:7*VYLX\PZP[L! examination of students’ own style of ILOH]PV\YTVKPÄJH[PVUPU^VYR^P[O *@**@**@* *@* relating within groups, communication skills, children and adolescents. Students will CYC-194. leadership, decision-making, problem- learn behavioural programming and its solving and group facilitation and attending application to a variety of treatment settings. CYC-179 Child & Youth Care Foundations to these components for participants in Not available for challenge or supplemental. (2 credits) group processes they lead. Not available for 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*@* This course covers the social policies JOHSSLUNLVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! and legislation pertinent to working in the *64*@* *@* *@* CYC-169 Observation, Reporting & Child and Youth Care profession, with a *VYLX\PZP[L!*@* Assessment (3 credits) particular emphasis on the Child Welfare The course will cover the importance of Act. It examines the role of the child and CYC-194 Activity Leadership (3 credits) observing and recording behaviour and youth care worker in a variety of residential ;OPZJV\YZLMVJ\ZLZVU[^VTHQVYHYLHZ! ZPNUPÄJHU[PUMVYTH[PVUPUHJSLHYJVUJPZL and community based services, and the personal leadership skills and activity and comprehensive manner utilizing the ethical codes which guide Child and Youth programming process. The course examines ecological perspective. A distinction Care practice. Equivalent to CYC-173. the role of therapeutic recreation; the will be made between observation and *VYLX\PZP[L!/:7 relationship of goals, objectives, teaching interpretation or impression, and the strategies, and evaluation within the activity importance of this distinction will be CYC-180 Counselling Techniques I programming process; and leadership, highlighted throughout the course. Students (4 credits) teaching, and presentation strategies within will learn measurement and assessment This course, by building on the techniques activities. Students examine their personal techniques relevant to determining and of effective interpersonal communication, leadership and teaching behaviours and addressing the needs of youth. Not available introduces students to the dynamics of the have opportunities to practice leadership for supplemental. professional helping relationship. The micro- HUKWYVNYHTKLZPNU^P[OPUJSHZZHUKÄLSK skills approach will be utilized to develop placements. Not available for supplemental. CYC-172 Family Violence (3 credits) the fundamental counselling skills necessary 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*@* *@* This course covers family violence, child for the student to function successfully in *@* *64*VYLX\PZP[L!*@* physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, the helping environment. Not available for PKLU[PÄJH[PVUVMHI\ZLSLNHSPZZ\LZ Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*64 CYC-251 Family Support & Intervention reporting laws and techniques for working *VYLX\PZP[L!*@* (3 credits) with victims. Focus is placed on societal This course provides students with an attitudes, family dynamics and counselling CYC-182 Outdoor Educational Experience understanding of family dynamics as it strategies with the abused child. Not (1 credit) applies to themselves and their clients. available for supplemental. :[\KLU[ZPU[OLÄYZ[`LHYVM[OLWYVNYHT The course examines the practice of family are required to take this course prior to support and intervention as it pertains CYC-175 Therapeutic Interventions entering the second year. Students will be to child and youth care practice on both (3 credits) involved in experiential, adventure-based a theoretical and experiential level. Not This course covers treatment interventions and multi-disciplinary activities for education H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! and approaches to child management and personal development in and through *@* *@* /:7/:7 that are preventative, manage immediate the outdoors. Not available for challenge or behaviour and allow intervention from a Z\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L!*@* positive frame of reference. The focus is on the therapeutic milieu, residential treatment, JVUÅPJ[YLZVS\[PVUHUKJOPSKTHUHNLTLU[ approaches. Not available for supplemental. 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*@* *64 HSP-150.

140 Course Descriptions CYC 256 - DCE 377 www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca

CYC-256 CYC Clinical Practice II CYC-271 CYC Clinical Practice III (DCE), DEGREE - CONSERVATION (6 credits) (9 credits) ENFORCEMENT ______This course is a further development of skills This course is a further development of in the area of observing, assessing, program skills in the area of observing, assessing, DCE-245 DFS Orientation (1 credit) planning and evaluation of treatment and program planning, case management This is an orientation to Directed Field activity programs for emotionally and and evaluation of treatment and activity Studies (DFS) designed to give students behaviourally disturbed children and youth. programs for emotionally and behaviourally the knowledge and skills to enter the DFS The focus of the practicum is on helping disturbed children and youth. The focus of component of the Bachelor of Applied relationships and professional relationships the practicum is on helping relationships, Science Conservation Enforcement program. with staff and supervisors. Practical professional relationships with staff and Topics covered in this course include DFS experiences are offered in residential and supervisors and workplace skills. Practical and work-based learning, what it is and how community-based treatment programs for experiences are offered in residential and it enhances continued learning opportunities, children, youth and families. Students are community-based treatment programs for YLÅLJ[P]LSLHYUPUNHZKLTVUZ[YH[LKI` L_WLJ[LK[VWSH`HZPNUPÄJHU[YVSLPULHJO children, youth and families. Students are +PYLJ[LK-PLSK:[\KPLZ9LWVY[Z+-:9HUK subsequent work experience. Students are L_WLJ[LK[VWSH`HZPNUPÄJHU[YVSLPULHJO keys to a successful placement. required to attend integration seminars to subsequent work experience. Students are apply information and skills from course work required to attend integration seminars to DCE-350 Administrative Procedures and to discuss, analyse, and consolidate apply information and skills from course work (5 credits) how their experiences can improve their and to discuss, analyse, and consolidate This course provides students with the future professional practices. Attendance how their experiences can improve their knowledge and skills to effectively enter at the seminar portion of the course is future professional practices. Attendance the government workforce. Organizational mandatory. Not available for challenge at the seminar portion of the course is structure and administrative procedures VYZ\WWSLTLU[HS,X\P]HSLU[[V*@* mandatory. Not available for challenge or common to governmental agencies and 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*@* Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*@* private organizations involved in the *@* *VYLX\PZP[L!*@* *@* *@* *@* *VYLX\PZP[L!*@* management of natural resources are presented. Topics include supervision, CYC-263 Professional Practice in CYC CYC-278 Crisis Intervention (3 credits) management principles, work planning, risk (3 credits) ;OPZJV\YZLJV]LYZZWLJPÄJRUV^SLKNL management, employee programs and the This course is designed to provide students regarding crises experienced by young relationships between management and with an expanded understanding of a variety people and their families. Emphasis is unions. of topics relating to the practice of child and on crisis intervention theories and the youth care. Collectively the presentations will acquisition of basic skills required to DCE-352 Parks and Protected Areas enable students to examine the knowledge intervene effectively in crisis situations. Not (5 credits) and skills they have acquired to this point H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! This course provides the knowledge in the program in the context of exploring *@* *VYLX\PZP[L!*@**@* and skills to enable students to prepare special practice issues. Not available for operational work plans, prepare budget CYC-280 Counselling Techniques II Z\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L!*@*3SHI HUKWLYMVYTJVZ[ILULÄ[HUHS`ZPZMVY[OL component). (4 credits) management of parks and districts. This This course covers interviewing and will include the ability to identify the various CYC-269 Case Management and counselling interventions and topics functions and duties of park operations Evaluation (3 credits) pertinent to the Child and Youth Care and districts, understand and develop This course is designed to provide students profession. Areas of concentration include practices of natural resource management with knowledge and application of case development of advanced listening skills, use which allows proper use of those resources management and evaluation procedures of solution-focused therapeutic techniques in conjunction with adequate protection, for the human services. Students learn to from a strength-oriented perspective, and identify and deal with problems inherent develop short- and long-term treatment HUL_HTPUH[PVUVMZWLJPÄJ[VWPJZYLSH[LK[V with the use of park resources by visitors. plans, and are exposed to a variety of therapeutic interventions in human services. Projects are an integral part of this course. intervention strategies, which form the basis 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*@* *@**@* *VYLX\PZP[L!+*,3SHIJVTWVULU[ of effective case management in the child, *@* *VYLX\PZP[L!*@* and youth care profession. The course will *@* DCE-377 Environmental Law (3 credits) focus on developing students’ knowledge, This survey course will have students assess ZRPSSZHUKZWLJPÄJWYVJLK\YLZ^P[OPUH the environmental issues of our day, how holistic/ecological model of practice. Not governments and people assess issues, H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! establish policy and create legislation. *@**@* *@* *VYLX\PZP[L! Students will examine Canadian legal CYC-271. institutions, which shape environmental SH^I`L_HTPUPUNZWLJPÄJJV\Y[HUK administrative law decisions and focusing on the legislative and common law processes and remedies available to respond to violations, claims and investigations. Students will also become conversant on a particular environmental law issue by writing a term paper on an issue of their choice.

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DCE-389 Problem Wildlife Management and foster community support. Students policies, procedures, directives and (5 credits) will create and deliver educational/public mandates. This course covers the investigation and involvement programs that complement control of wildlife damage to crops and [OLPYK\[PLZHUKILULÄ[THUHNLTLU[HUK DCE-485 Program Management the predation of livestock. Controlling protection of natural resources. (5 credits) wildlife nuisances and problems are an Students will be directly involved with the VUNVPUNK\[`MVYLUMVYJLTLU[VMÄJLYZHUK DCE-465 Public Safety (3 credits) day-to-day management and supervision HNYPJ\S[\YHSÄLSKWLYZVUULS4L[OVKZVM Students will acquire the skills and involved in the delivery of conservation WYL]LU[PVUHUKJVU[YVS\ZLKPU[OLÄLSK knowledge necessary to recognize and LUMVYJLTLU[WYVNYHTZ9L]PL^HUK by resource management agencies are respond to public safety incidents. Students implementation of policy will be essential covered. Classroom learning is reinforced in will be expected to actively participate in topics of this course. OHUKZVUSHIZHUKÄLSK[YPWZ7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! the planning and delivery of Occupational 994 *VYLX\PZP[L!+*, 3SHI Health and Safety Standards, hazard DCE-486 Advanced Enforcement component). recognition and mitigation or be directly Planning (5 credits) involved in public safety programs, which This course covers the advanced DCE-390 Issues in Resource Enforcement may include responding to incidents such enforcement planning strategies used to (3 credits) as vehicle accidents, searches, mountain make the best use of available manpower This course presents students a series YLZJ\LZ^H[LYYLZJ\LZÄYLZ\WWYLZZPVU HUKI\KNL[HSSVJH[PVUZ[VM\SÄSIV[O[OL of short, topical presentations that deal hazardous material spills, and environmental HNLUJ`THUKH[LHUKZWLJPÄJKPZ[YPJ[WHYR with contemporary problems or issues contamination. issues. It examines “needs” assessment, unique to the discipline of conservation planning, prioritizing district activities enforcement. Students are expected to DCE-470 Habitat Protection (3 credits) and employee supervision. The course critically analyse and evaluate media Students will acquire the skills and will develop problem-solving and critical- articles, research reviews in the resource knowledge necessary to interpret thinking skills for supervisory positions. ÄLSKKLZJYPILJVUJLW[ZHZZVJPH[LK^P[O environmental legislation designed for dialogue, discussion and mediation in habitat protection. Students will utilize DCE-487 Mentorship (3 credits) the communication process, as well as approved techniques to identify and This course challenges senior students examine and assess various technological investigate disturbances, and identify and and agency supervisors to learn and HK]HUJLTLU[ZPU[OLÄLSK evaluate incidents of non-compliance and demonstrate skills necessary in developing develop appropriate courses of action. junior personnel within the agency. Students DCE-455 Field Enforcement (5 credits) must demonstrate effective supervision and This key course in Directed Field Studies DCE-475 Problem Wildlife Techniques leadership skills including recruiting and provides students the opportunity to learn (5 credits) interviewing methods, position descriptions, and demonstrate the skills necessary to Wildlife damage to crops, property, livestock work plans, personnel evaluations, positive WLYMVYTWYHJ[PJHSÄLSKLUMVYJLTLU[M\UJ[PVUZ HZ^LSSHZ^PSKSPMLO\THUJVUÅPJ[ZHYL]LY` and timely feedback, career counselling and common to conservation enforcement complex and politically sensitive issues. mentoring. agencies. Upon successful completion, This course will develop competency in students will be able to meet agency and wildlife control and preventative techniques. DCE-490 Senior Enforcement Project academic standards for interpreting and A large component of this course will deal (3 credits) applying legislation, conducting regulatory with issues such as public safety, crisis This course offers students a self-directed patrols, performing competently within management, policies and procedures, learning experience in which students agency policies, procedures, directives and depredation investigation and incident research and report on key issues relevant guidelines, and completing and issuing planning. to one or more of the goals of conservation various enforcement documents. SH^LUMVYJLTLU[[OYV\NOHZLYPLZVMIYPLÄUN DCE-476 Commercial Fisheries (3 credits) notes. Topic selection must be relevant to DCE-456 Investigations (5 credits) Provincial and federal legislation has the needs of the placement agency and This course covers provincial, federal, and ILLULUHJ[LK[VWYV[LJ[HUKTHUHNLÄZO location. international legislation enacted to protect WVW\SH[PVUZ*VTTLYJPHSÄZOPUN^P[OWYVWLY and manage wildlife populations and the regulation and enforcement, is regarded DCE-491 Senior Enforcement Project habitat. Students will learn to interprete as an acceptable use of this renewable (5 credits) and apply this legislation. Illegal harvest, resource. Fishery regulations are viewed This course offers students a self-directed [YHMÄJRPUNW\ISPJZHML[`]PVSH[PVUZWV^LYZ as tools of management and are a prime learning experience in which students of arrest, search and seizure and forensic example of a resource-based enforcement research and report on key issues relevant analysis of evidence will be examined in an program. This course may look at issues to one or more of the goals of conservation HNLUJ`ZWLJPÄJZL[[PUN related to both inland and saltwater SH^LUMVYJLTLU[[OYV\NOHZLYPLZVMIYPLÄUN ÄZOLYPLZKLWLUKPUNVU[OLZ[\KLU[Z» notes. Topic selection must be relevant to DCE-460 Community Involvement placement location. the needs of the placement agency and (3 credits) location. In this course students will learn and DCE-480 Administrative Techniques demonstrate skills and abilities in (3 credits) establishing and fostering positive Students will acquire, demonstrate and community relations. Essential to the apply knowledge relevant to the placement Z\JJLZZVMJVUZLY]H[PVULUMVYJLTLU[ÄLSK agency/organization including organizational personnel, students will evaluate, develop structure, administrative responsibilities,

142 Course Descriptions DCE 495 - DEV 009 www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca

DCE-495 Independent Study (3 credits) DES-250 History of Design (3 credits) DEV-005 Developmental Studies This course is a self-directed learning This course offers a theoretical exploration (5 credits) experience in which students pursue a of the designing process. It encompasses These skills development courses are research topic encompassing one or more of historical and factual knowledge of the designed to help students improve their the goals of conservation law enforcement. changes that have occurred during the ZRPSSZPUVULVYTVYLVM[OLMVSSV^PUNHYLHZ! Topic selection must be relevant to the roles last two centuries in architecture, clothing, reading, writing, spelling, keyboarding, and responsibilities of a conservation law interior design and furniture as well as mathematics and medical terminology. After enforcement professional. Students are graphic design and photography. an initial assessment, an individualized required to demonstrate abilities in reviewing program is developed to address skill SP[LYH[\YLJVSSLJ[PUNHUKHUHS`ZPUNÄLSKKH[H (DEV) DEVELOPMENTAL STUDIES __ KLÄJPLUJPLZPU[OLZLHYLHZVY[VWYLWHYL and advanced written communication skills. students for further course work. Initial outlines of proposed studies require DEV-001 Developmental Studies (1 credit) approval by the faculty supervisor. These skills development courses are DEV-006 Study Skill Development designed to help students improve their (2 credits) DCE-496 Independent Study (5 credits) ZRPSSZPUVULVYTVYLVM[OLMVSSV^PUNHYLHZ! This classroom course helps Criminal Justice This course is a self-directed learning reading, writing, spelling, keyboarding, *LY[PÄJH[LZ[\KLU[ZPTWYV]L[OLZ[\K`HUK experience in which students pursue a mathematics and medical terminology. 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Initial outlines designed to help students improve their This course gives students practice in of proposed studies require approval by the ZRPSSZPUVULVYTVYLVM[OLMVSSV^PUNHYLHZ! using a variety of reading strategies to faculty supervisor. reading, writing, spelling, keyboarding, comprehend program level materials and mathematics and medical terminology. After to use a variety of methods to record (DES) DESIGN ______an initial assessment, an individualized PUMVYTH[PVUNH[OLYLKMYVTYLHKPUN9LHKPUN program is developed to address skill with precision and vocabulary development DES-153 Basic Design (3 credits) KLÄJPLUJPLZPU[OLZLHYLHZVY[VWYLWHYL are key skills developed. Not available for This course introduces the basic elements students for further course work. challenge or supplemental. and principles of design. Included is an introduction to colour. Students will explore DEV-003 Developmental Studies DEV-008 Grammar Review (2 credits) basic principles and concepts that relate to a (3 credits) This individualized course corrects any range of design areas. The emphasis of this These skills development courses are structure and mechanical errors students course will be on learning through examples, designed to help students improve their may be making at the sentence level. warm-ups, exercises, discussions, critiques ZRPSSZPUVULVYTVYLVM[OLMVSSV^PUNHYLHZ! Students will work under the direction of and projects. Supplies are not included reading, writing, spelling, keyboarding, a Learning Cafe instructor who will assess in the cost of tuition. A supply list will be mathematics and medical terminology. After student skills and design a program of WYV]PKLKH[[OLÄYZ[JSHZZ5V[H]HPSHISLMVY an initial assessment, an individualized Z[\KPLZ[VHKKYLZZZRPSSKLÄJPLUJPLZ*YLKP[ supplemental. program is developed to address skill is granted to students who complete the KLÄJPLUJPLZPU[OLZLHYLHZVY[VWYLWHYL required hours of work in the Learning Cafe, DES-155 Graphic Design (4 credits) students for further course work. demonstrate improvement and submit a Developing an awareness of the relationships completed portfolio documenting their between image, type and graphic elements DEV-004 Developmental Studies progress. Not available for challenge or is critical to graphic design. In this course, (4 credits) supplemental. you will use digital tools to explore methods These skills development courses are of improving visual communication in designed to help students improve their DEV-009 Math Development (2 credits) interactive media. Equivalent to CMM-150. ZRPSSZPUVULVYTVYLVM[OLMVSSV^PUNHYLHZ! This individualized course reviews essential *VYLX\PZP[L!+,:3SHIJVTWVULU[ reading, writing, spelling, keyboarding, arithmetic and algebra skills required mathematics and medical terminology. After for policing and for general knowledge DES-156 Web Graphics, Layout & an initial assessment, an individualized L_[LUZPVU+LZPNULKHYV\UKÄ]LNYV\WZVM Interface Design (6 credits) program is developed to address skill skills, pre-tests are given for each group. Here you will extend and apply your KLÄJPLUJPLZPU[OLZLHYLHZVY[VWYLWHYL Based on student performance on the pre- ability to communicate visually into web students for further course work. test, students are assigned to review and page and site design, print layout, motion learn any skills which the pre-test indicates graphics, and designing for virtual reality they have not mastered. Not available for and interactive environments. 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DEV-102 Developmental Studies DRF-165 Architectural Design & DRF-263 Pressure Vessel & Piping Design (2 credits) Drafting I (5 credits) (5 credits) These skills development courses are This course is an introduction to This course is an introduction to pressure designed to help students improve their architectural drafting. Students will prepare vessel and piping design. Drawings and ZRPSSZPUVULVYTVYLVM[OLMVSSV^PUNHYLHZ! a set of working drawings for a single-family designs are prepared according to practices reading, writing, spelling, keyboarding, residence making reference to the Building related to the petrochemical industry. mathematics, study management, or *VKL>VYRPUNKYH^PUNZTH`PUJS\KLÅVVY :\IQLJ[JVU[LU[^PSSPUJS\KL!WYLZZ\YL]LZZLS medical terminology. After an initial plan, foundation plan, wall section or cross and piping design symbols and terminology, assessment, an individualized or small group section and elevations. 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L_WLYPLUJLPUMV\YTHPUHYLHZ!+:\YMHJL they apply to a petrochemical facility design reading, writing, spelling, keyboarding, 4VKLSSPUN+9LUKLYPUN,_WSVKLK TVKLS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!+9-*(+ mathematics, study management, or Assembly Drawing and 2-point Perspective medical terminology. After an initial +YH^PUN7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*(+HUK DRF-265 Mechanical Design/Drafting I assessment, an individualized or small group +9- (5 credits) instructional program is created to address ;OPZJV\YZLPZHJVU[PU\H[PVUVM+9- developmental needs in these areas or to DRF-244 Practicum (2 credits) Mechanical Drafting. Topics will include prepare students for further course work. This course is a practicum for the full tolerancing, welding terminology, strength of spectrum of engineering disciplines covered ÄSSL[^LSKZPU[LUZPVU^LSKTLU[KYH^PUNZ (DRF) DRAFTING ______in the Engineering Design and Drafting thread nomenclature, strength of thread Technology program. 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DRF-267 Topographical Drafting emphasis on logical reasoning, visualization (5 credits) and practical applications. Not available for DRF-250 Architectectural Design/ This course covers the fundamentals of JOHSSLUNLVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! Drafting II (6 credits) topographic map-making, covering areas +9-*VYLX\PZP[L!+9- This course gives students an understanding such as map projection methods, map of topics related to the design of commercial reference grids, interpretation of topographic DRF-153 Introduction to Drafting building methods, materials and planning features, marginal map information, aerial (4 credits) calculations. Commercial drawings will be photographic compilation and interpretation, This introductory course will develop prepared using the Building Code, design and related engineering applications. Topics basic skills in the use of manual drafting computations, and a variety of architectural such as geographic information systems, equipment and standard drafting practices. resource materials. An understanding 5(+5(+ NSVIHSWVZP[PVUPUNZ`Z[LTZ Topics include use of equipment, lettering, of commercial building plans is gained and satellite imagery are also discussed. line work, geometric construction, through the preparation of drawings. Not 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*(++9- orthographic projection, dimensioning available for challenge or supplemental. :<9 and pictorial drawing. Not available for 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!+9-*(+ Z\WWSLTLU[HS,X\P]HSLU[[V+9- DRF-269 Municipal Design and Drafting DRF-262 Piping Design and Drafting (7 credits) DRF-163 Mechanical Drafting (5 credits) (4 credits) In this course, students study typical ;OPZJV\YZLPZHJVU[PU\H[PVUVM+9- This course is an introduction to piping municipal construction plans to learn introduction to Drafting. 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Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!+9- will develop global citizenship skills and ECE-156 Development Through Play ENF-161. become involved in the community through (3 credits) interaction with others and volunteering This course is an introduction to play as DRF-270 Advanced Piping Design in Lethbridge College and the community a natural but integral factor of the child’s (3 credits) and through intercultural studies comparing intellectual, physical, social, emotional, This course will focus on gas plant layout Canada and the world with personal language and creative development. and design, 3-dimensional modeling experience. As this course is meant as a Students will learn how to organize (using industry standards), general support to other classes, students will also meaningful play experiences for the arrangement drawings, elevation and detail learn and apply more complex writing and optimum growth of individual children in a drawing, pump sizing calculations, hoop learning strategies in class to academic variety of settings. Choice of appropriate strength calculations, and pipe selection content of other classes such as analytical play materials, equipment, and the physical criterion. Not available for supplemental. ^YP[PUN7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!,(7 arrangements of both indoor and outdoor 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!+9- space is also considered. Not available for (ECE) EARLY CHILDHOOD Z\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L!7:@ DRF-271 Mechanical Design/Drafting II EDUCATION______ECE-156L (lab component). (5 credits) This course deals with the design and ECE-151 Health, Safety and Nutrition ECE-159 Children With Special Needs selection of various machine components (3 credits) (3 credits) and machine drive systems. It will also ;OPZJV\YZLWYV]PKLZJVU[LU[ZWLJPÄJHSS` This course is an introduction to children introduce students to the fundamentals focused on the wellness of young children with special needs. It presents an overview of parametric 3D models and CAD/CAM. and those who care for them in early of the various developmental disabilities Students will apply design process childhood education programs. The course and their characteristics. Early intervention, procedures in the preparation of working content focuses on basic principles of individual planning and the needs of the drawings for a given machine design health and well-being, nutrition through family will be discussed. Not available for problem. Not available for challenge or implementation of the Canada Food Guide, Z\WWSLTLU[HS,X\P]HSLU[[V9:7 Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!+9- and safety issues pertaining to early *VYLX\PZP[L!7:@ CAD-250, ENF-150. childhood. Not available for supplemental. ECE-160 Observation and Recording (2 credits) (EAP) ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC ,X\P]HSLU[[V,*, PURPOSES ______Students develop the skill of observing and ECE-154 Guiding Children’s Behavior recording the behaviours of young children. EAP-130 Intercultural Communication I (3 credits) Students examine the concept of behaviour, (3 credits) In this course, students will learn how to the rationale for observation and a variety This course is intended for General Studies effectively guide young children’s behaviour of observation techniques. The process of Z[\KLU[ZÔVZLÄYZ[SHUN\HNLPZUV[ using positive child guidance strategies. recording observations and the sources of English. 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ECE-180 Field Placement I (3 credits) ECE-253 Family and Community ECE-263 Creative Experiences III Students are placed in a variety of settings (2 credits) (3 credits) in the community such as child care centers, This course is a more in-depth study of the This course is the third of three courses kindergartens and playschools. Students will needs of families with a focus on building that places emphasis on developmentally use their developing skill in observing and skills for working with young children and appropriate activities for young children. recording children’s behaviour. Appropriate their families. 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Students are expected H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! ^PSSILVU[OLPU[LNYH[PVUVMZJPLUJLHUKÄLSK to demonstrate personal and professional ECE-252. trips, math and cooking experiences into attitudes and behaviours necessary for an early childhood curriculum. Not available functioning as effective early childhood ECE-257 Organization & Administration MVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!,*, professionals with young children. Not (3 credits) *VYLX\PZP[L!,*,3SHIJVTWVULU[ H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L! This course covers a variety of types of ECE ECE-155, COM-162, PSY-170. programs. This information is examined ECE-264 Pre-School Programming together with legal and professional (3 credits) ECE-181 Field Placement II (5 credits) procedures necessary for the initiation and This course covers the major objectives Students are placed in a variety of settings the operation of a centre. Optimum use of and current philosophy underlying an in the community such as child-care space, equipment, personnel and resources individualized, child-centred, play- centers, kindergartens and playschools. are considered in the creation of centres, oriented program. Techniques of program Students will plan, implement, and evaluate which serve the child’s developmental planning and curriculum development developmentally appropriate activities and needs. Not available for supplemental. appropriate to the needs of the child in play areas for young children. Students 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!,*, areas such as cognitive, social, emotional, continue to develop skill in recording physical and creative development are observations of children’s development and ECE-260 Infant and Toddler Programming examined. Students are Introduced to the YLÄUL[OLPYKL]LSVWPUNPU[LYHJ[PVUZRPSSZ;OL (3 credits) legal requirements and the professional ÄLSKWSHJLTLU[PZ\UKLY[OLN\PKHUJLVM This course covers meeting the individual procedures necessary for implementing experienced early childhood professionals and group needs of infants and toddlers. various programs. Optimum use of space, with the co-operation of the coordinator/ It reviews developmental needs of young equipment, personnel and resources are operator involved. Students are expected children (birth to 36 months) and examines considered. Not available for supplemental. to demonstrate personal and professional how to plan and establish an environment 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!,*,7:@ attitudes and behaviours necessary for suitable to this age group. This includes functioning as effective early childhood examining the adult role, routines, ECE-266 Team Building (2 credits) professionals with young children and their scheduling and suitable activities. Not This course focuses on the principles of families. Not available for supplemental. H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! effective teamwork in the workplace and 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!,*, ,*, PSY-171. L_HTPULZNYV\WWYVJLZZLZ9LSH[PVUZOPWZ *VYLX\PZP[L!,*,7:@ with adults, particularly co-workers, ECE-262 Creative Experiences II parents and community personnel are ECE-251 Diversity in ECE (2 credits) (3 credits) addressed. Not available for supplemental. This course will examine the anti-bias This course is the second of three courses 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*64 curriculum including gender, age, race, that places emphasis on developmentally culture and class. Effective cross-cultural appropriate activities for young children. ECE-270 Inclusion Child Special Needs communication strategies will be explored. The content of creative experience courses (3 credits) Not available for supplemental. will provide knowledge of the young child’s This course emphasizes the inclusion of growth and abilities physically, creatively, children with special needs. It examines ECE-252 Child and Family (2 credits) intellectually, socially and emotionally. This the importance of adult attitudes, play- This course increases understanding and information will be applied to skills and based assessment and interdisciplinary awareness of young children and their attitudes when planning, implementing, services. Strategies for adapting learning families. It examines the historical and guiding and evaluating activities offered for environments to address the special needs ZVJPL[HSPUÅ\LUJLZVU[OLMHTPS`HZ^LSS individual children and groups. 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ECE-280 Field Placement III (4 credits) ECN-253 Macroeconomics (5 credits) Z\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L!,+<3SHI In this course students are placed in a Macroeconomics is an overview of component). variety of settings in the community such economic life, considering the total size, as child-care centres, kindergartens shape and functioning of economic EDU-158 Physical & Medical Impairments and playschools. Students will plan, experience rather than the workings of (2 credits) implement, and evaluate developmentally individual commodities, national output or Educational issues and techniques in appropriate activities and play areas for income rather than the output or income of supporting students with physical and young children. Students will demonstrate [OLPUKP]PK\HSÄYT0[PZYLJVTTLUKLK[OH[ medical disabilities will be examined. The skills, knowledge and attitudes necessary ,*5 ILJVTWSL[LKILMVYL,*5 need for assistive devices and technology for working with families. Students will be discussed. Not available for will develop a basic record-keeping (EDU) EDUCATION______Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!,*, system for an early childhood education environment and implement this system. EDU-150 Special Needs Assistant Role EDU-250 Speech & Language ;OLÄLSKWSHJLTLU[L_WLYPLUJLPZ\UKLY[OL (1 credit) Development (3 credits) guidance of experienced early childhood This course will focus on the roles and This course provides an in-depth study of professionals with the cooperation of the responsibilities of the teacher assistant the development of speech, language and coordinator/operator involved. Students in supporting students with disabilities communication skills in children. Speech, are expected to demonstrate personal under the guidance of the teacher in the language and communication disorders that and professional attitudes and behaviours classroom. Professional behaviors, attitudes affect children are discussed. Students will necessary for functioning as effective early toward children with special needs and a SLHYUZWLJPÄJ[LJOUPX\LZHUKPU[LY]LU[PVU childhood professionals. Not available for philosophy of education will be some of the strategies to support children with special Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!,*, topics discussed. Equivalent to EDU-151, needs in the classroom. Not available for ECE-154. EDU-140. supplemental. Equivalent to EDU-157.

ECE-281 Field Placement IV (4 credits) EDU-151 Role of the Special Needs EDU-255 Educational Trends (2 credits) In this course students are placed in a Educational Assistant This course will cover traditional and variety of settings in the community such (2 credits) non-traditional classroom methods. The as child-care centres, kindergartens and This course is an introduction to the techniques and strategies arising from each playschools. Students will plan, implement, professional behaviours and attitudes that method will provide the knowledge and and evaluate developmentally appropriate are required by the Educational Assistant ÅL_PIPSP[`ULJLZZHY`[VYLZWVUK[VJOPSKYLU activities and play areas for young children. in the school system. Emphasis will be with diverse needs using educationally (WWYVWYPH[LÄLSK[YPWZMVY[OLJOPSKYLUPU[OL on the government’s special education sound practices. In addition, alternative ÄLSKWSHJLTLU[WYVNYHT^PSSILWSHUULK standards in the schools, the coding deliveries of education for children and implemented and evaluated. Students will JSHZZPÄJH[PVUMVYZ[\KLU[Z^P[OKPZHIPSP[PLZ youth will be explored, such as home begin the process of self-evaluation of their the philosophy and practice of inclusion, schooling, virtual learning, adaptive attitudes and skills in working with children the legal end ethical issues concerning behavior classrooms and other new trends and families. The record-keeping system children with disabilities and the roles and in educational programs with emphasis developed in Field Placement III will be responsibilities of the Educational Assistant on the impact of these approaches to the evaluated, changes will be implemented and in supporting students with disabilities under LK\JH[PVUHSHZZPZ[PUNÄLSK5V[H]HPSHISLMVY [OLZ`Z[LT^PSSIL\ZLK[OYV\NOV\[[OLÄLSK the guidenace of the teacher. Not available supplemental. WSHJLTLU[;OLÄLSKWSHJLTLU[L_WLYPLUJL for supplemental. Equivalent to EDU-150, is under the guidance of professionals EDU-140. EDU-260 Positive Behavioral Supports with the co-operation of the coordinator/ (3 credits) operator involved. Students are expected EDU-155 Math Instructional Support Learners will increase their skills in to demonstrate personal and professional (3 credits) behavioural management techniques and attitudes and behaviours necessary for This course provides instruction for practical strategies to manage children with functioning as effective early childhood children who are having challenges in ILOH]PV\YHSKPMÄJ\S[PLZ^OPJOHMMLJ[[OLPY professionals with young children. Not math. The special needs assistant will learn ability to reach their potential within a school H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! instructional techniques and how to adapt LU]PYVUTLU[7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!9:7 ,*,,*,,*, *VYLX\PZP[L! the curriculum to meet the learning needs ECE-263. of the student under the supervision of EDU-266 Sensory Impairments (3 credits) the classroom teacher. Not available for This course is a blend of theory and (ECN) ECONOMICS ______Z\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L!,+<3SHI practice, examining educational issues component). and techniques in supporting children with ECN-180 Microeconomics (4 credits) visual and hearing impairments. The use Microeconomics is the study of the EDU-156 Language Arts Instructional of augmentative communication systems decisions made by individual households, Support (3 credits) such as sign language and picture exchange ÄYTZHUKPUK\Z[YPLZPU[OLWYVK\J[PVUHUK This course provides instruction for children Z`Z[LTHUKHTWSPÄJH[PVUZ`Z[LTZ^PSSIL consumption of goods and services. It having challenges in the area of language discussed. Equivalent to EDU-159. includes comprehensive coverage of supply arts. The special needs assistant will learn and demand and the factors which impact instructional techniques and how to adapt [OLZL,X\P]HSLU[[V,*5 the curriculum to meet the learning needs of the students under the supervision of the classroom teacher. Not available for

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(ENF) ENGINEERING ENF-155 Properties of Engineering construction practices, and special types of FUNDAMENTALS ______Material (5 credits) concrete. The laboratory will give practical This course will introduce students to experiences in working with concrete and ENF-135 Statics (4 credits) various engineering materials, including to perform the common quality control This Introductory course deals with statics, plastics, concrete, wood and metals. tests used in the industry. Not available for the study of forces acting on structural Students will be provided with an JOHSSLUNLVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! members such as trusses and beams. It understanding of the structure, behaviour, ,5-*VYLX\PZP[L!,5- 3SHI provides students with the fundamentals properties, processing and application of component). required for further study in structural these materials. Laboratory work will be design. It deals with applied physics and used to reinforce and supplement theoretical (ENG) ENGLISH______problem-solving. Topics include forces and concepts. Not available for supplemental. their effects, resultants of coplanar force *VYLX\PZP[L!,5-3SHIJVTWVULU[ ENG-050 Language and Experience systems, equilibrium of coplanar force (7 credits) systems, analysis of structures, centroids ENF-157 Soils (5 credits) This course uses integrated language and centre of gravity, and moments of This course is an introduction to soil practices to build skills in reading, speaking, inertia. Not available for challenge or mechanics. Topics include a geologic and writing about common adult life Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!7/@ V]LY]PL^HUKYVJRJSHZZPÄJH[PVU0[SVVRZ L_WLYPLUJLZ0[HPTZ[VPUJYLHZLÅ\LUJ` *VYLX\PZP[L!,5-3SHIJVTWVULU[ at the origin and characteristics of soils [VKL]LSVWJVUÄKLUJLPUZOHYPUNSPML KLWVZP[Z!JVTWVZP[PVU[LYTPUVSVN` experiences with others, and to enhance ENF-150 Strength of Materials (4 credits) and analytical calculations. Methods of skills in sentence construction, mechanics, This course studies the strength of conducting subsurface site investigations, spelling, vocabulary, and reading materials, those properties of a material compaction on earthen works, fundamentals comprehension. that enable it to resist the action of external VMNYV\UK^H[LYÅV^HUKKYHPUHNLTH` forces and the resulting internal stresses of also be discussed. Laboratory projects ENG-060 English 060 (5 credits) deformation. It provides students with the TH`PUJS\KLPKLU[PÄJH[PVUVMYVJRHUKZVPS This course is for students who need fundamentals required for further study in types, soil structure, index properties, to master basic grammar and sentence structural design. Topics include stress and JSHZZPÄJH[PVU[LZ[ZHUKZ`Z[LTZNYHPUZPaL Z[Y\J[\YLHUK[VPUJYLHZLÅ\LUJ`HUK strain, connections, bending and shearing analysis, moisture-density relationships and JVUÄKLUJLPU^YP[PUN:[\KLU[Z^PSSOH]L stresses, direct stresses, thermal stresses, in-situ density methods. Not available for extensive opportunities to compose design properties, shearing forces and Z\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L!,5-3SHI paragraphs and other types of writing, to ILUKPUNTVTLU[ZÅL_\YLHUKKLÅLJ[PVU component). edit their writing and to correct mechanical in beams and columns. Not available for errors such as spelling, punctuation ENF-161 Fluid Mechanics (4 credits) JOHSSLUNLVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! and capitalization. Not available for 4;/ ,5-*VYLX\PZP[L!,5-3 This course covers the fundamental supplemental. (lab component). concepts of delivering water in pipes or JOHUULSZ0[PUJS\KLZWYVWLY[PLZVMÅ\PKZ ENG-061 Experiencing Literature ENF-152 Strength of Material Analysis WYLZZ\YL^H[LYÅV^PUWPWLZHUKJOHUULSZ (7 credits) (5 credits) energy losses and hydraulic gradient. Other This course uses integrated language This course studies the strength of materials, [VWPJZPUJS\KL[OLIHZPJWYPUJPWSLZVMÅV^ practices to build skills in reading, speaking, those properties of a material that enable it [VLUHISLZ[\KLU[Z[VNVVU[VZWLJPÄJ and writing about literature. It aims to to resist the action of external forces and the applications of water resource study. Not PUJYLHZLÅ\LUJ`[VKL]LSVWJVUÄKLUJLPU resulting internal stresses of deformation. H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! sharing life experiences with others, and to It provides students with the mathematical 4;/ *VYLX\PZP[L!,5-,5-3 enhance skills in sentence and paragraph fundamentals required for further study in (lab component). construction, mechanics, spelling, structural design. Topics include stress and vocabulary, and reading comprehension. strain, connections, bending and shearing ENF-165 Asphalt Technology (2 credits) ENG-070 English 070 (5 credits) stresses, direct stresses, thermal stresses, This course covers the skills necessary for The main focus of this course is on writing design properties, shearing forces and employment as a materials inspector in the effective paragraphs and essays by studying ILUKPUNTVTLU[ZÅL_\YLHUKKLÅLJ[PVU paving contracting industry. Topics include writing techniques, sentence structure, in beams and columns. Not available for properties and physical characteristics of grammar and mechanics using a variety of JOHSSLUNLVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! bituminous materials, types of pavements, print and non-print media. Not available for ENF-135, MTH-160, PHY-143. paving, aggregate and design of asphalt supplemental. concrete, production, construction and maintenance of asphalt. The course is ENG-080 English 080 (5 credits) offered in an eight-week format. Not The focus of this course is on the skills H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! required to write effective essays. Students ,5-*VYLX\PZP[L!,5-3SHI will have the opportunity to use different component). print and non-print materials to increase their skills in writing clear, accurate, and ENF-169 Concrete Technology (2 credits) effective ideas in a variety of essay types, This course covers the fundamentals of including a research essay. 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ENG-085 English 085 (5 credits) and online research skills. Not available for a mailable resume and cover letter. Not This course is an introduction to the study supplemental. H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L! VMSP[LYH[\YL!WVL[Y`ÄJ[PVUHUKKYHTH BIO-163. The course is strongly literature oriented ENG-145 Effective Writing (3 credits) with language activities growing out of the In this course students will complete the ENG-156 Business Writing (3 credits) literary selections studied. Not available for study of English grammar they began in Students will master the technical skills supplemental. ENG 133. They will apply their knowledge required for effective business writing. by creating several types of business Assignments will cover topics from basic ENG-090 English 090 (5 credits) documents. The course will enrich their business letters to informal and short This course enables students to achieve business vocabulary. Not available for business reports. (Student Accountants the writing requirements for entrance to JOHSSLUNLVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! may receive credit after C.M.A. registration many post-secondary programs. The focus ENG-133. HUKWHZZPUN[OL*4(ÄUHSL_HT:LY]PJL of the course is on revising and editing to Learning opportunity may be available. Not clearly and effectively express ideas in a ENG-146 Technical Report Writing available for supplemental. Equivalent to variety of academic and practical writing, (3 credits) ,5. including a major research paper. Students This course will focus on the essential will use a variety of print and non-print [LJOUPJHS^YP[PUNZRPSSZ[OH[ZWLJPÄJHSS`YLSH[L ENG-175 English Composition I (3 credits) media as a basis for writing. Not available [V[OLK\[PLZVM,UMVYJLTLU[6MÄJLYZ(U This course prepares students for success for supplemental. emphasis will be placed on report writing, PUHJHYLLYPU[OL*YPTPUHS1\Z[PJLÄLSKI` data collection, communication memos and developing effective written communication ENG-095 English 095 (5 credits) the appropriate use of grammar including skills. The course provides thorough review, This course covers practice in writing syntax and semantics associated with practice, and feedback on clear, concise short essays (750 words), and in analyzing properly written documents. and effective writing. A heavy emphasis will and interpreting poetry, the short story, be placed on grammar and writing skills. the modern play, the Shakespearean play ENG-150 Composition (3 credits) Class format and assignments closely follow and/or the novel. Personal evaluation and ;OPZÄYZ[`LHYJVTWVZP[PVUJV\YZLWYV]PKLZ current law enforcement English testing criticism are encouraged. Not available for students with a solid grounding in the procedures, since several agencies require supplemental. processes writers use to communicate applicants to write and pass an English clearly in a wide range of rhetorical entrance exam emphasizing grammar, ENG-101 Basic Composition (3 credits) situations, including academic and practical spelling and word usage. Appropriate This course is designed for students who contexts. By reading and analyzing texts resumes and cover letters for law have successfully completed Grade 12 from a broad spectrum of purposes, enforcement positions will be covered. Not English but who want or need to review cultures, historical periods, and disciplines, available for supplemental. fundamentals of writing before continuing students will develop strategies to with program-level composition courses. communicate their own ideas and integrate ENG-176 English Composition II The course will review basic writing them with those of others. Not available for (3 credits) concerns with an emphasis on revision and supplemental. This course emphasizes the need for editing to produce logical, accurate writing. effective written communication in the Sentence structure, paragraph structure and ENG-154 Writing for Technologists SH^LUMVYJLTLU[ÄLSK*SLHYJVUJPZLHUK essay writing will provide the focus of the (3 credits) accurate writing is stressed, including course. Not available for supplemental. Students will develop communication mastery of basic grammar. The course skills necessary for writing various types provides thorough review, practice, and ENG-133 English Techniques (3 credits) of documents encountered in industry. feedback on writing skills. It covers general This course will provide extensive This includes correspondence such as writing skills necessary for careers in the discussion, practise and testing on e-mail, memos and letters. Students will *YPTPUHS1\Z[PJLZ`Z[LT:WLJPÄJHSS`[OL spelling, punctuation, sentence structure also develop analytical and research skills content is a reinforcement of grammar and and grammar, including parts of speech, necessary for writing summaries, informal spelling skills, as a continual preparation sentence types and patterns, verbals, reports such as progress and incident for police applicant exams and essay TVKPÄLYZWHYHSSLSPZTHUKV[OLY[VWPJZ reports, and formal research reports. writing skills. Some assignments closely Students must master these fundamentals 9LZ\TLZHUKJV]LYSL[[LYZ^PSSHSZVIL follow current law enforcement agencies’ VM,UNSPZOPUVYKLY[VZ\JJLLKPU[OL6MÄJL covered. Not available for supplemental. English testing procedures. Other (ZZPZ[HU[ÄLSK*VTWSL[PVUVM,5.PZH Equivalent to ENG-143. ^YP[[LUHZZPNUTLU[ZYLÅLJ[I\ZPULZZ prerequisite for enrolment in ENG 145 in the communication skills required by Winter term. Not available for supplemental. ,5.:JPLU[PÄJ ;LJOUPJHS>YP[PUN WYHJ[P[PVULYZPU[OLSH^LUMVYJLTLU[ÄLSK (3 credits) The course introduces library research ENG-142 English for Allied Health This course prepares students for writing in techniques, enabling students to access (3 credits) [OLLU]PYVUTLU[HSZJPLUJLÄLSK:[\KLU[Z and work with the professional literature This course covers general writing skills will develop research skills and become PU[OL*YPTPUHS1\Z[PJLÄLSK)\ZPULZZ required for a career in Allied Health MHTPSPHY^P[OZJPLU[PÄJHUK[LJOUPJHSQV\YUHSZ letters and application forms applicable Services. Students will develop the ability to indexes, and abstracts. Students will for law enforcement positions comprise write memos, business letters, short reports, HSZVSLHYU[V^YP[LZJPLU[PÄJHUK[LJOUPJHS the remainder of the course content. Not summaries, resumes and cover letters. reports (following the CBE style manual), H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! 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ENG-180 Survey of Canadian Literature as works meant for theatrical production. biological, physical and chemical samples. (3 credits) In consideration of the latter, the history of 5V[H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L! This course introduces students to the each play’s production is examined, along ENV-275L (lab component). Canadian literary tradition through a with the social contexts in which each play sampling of major authors and their works ÄYZ[HWWLHYLK*VUZPKLYH[PVUPZHSZVNP]LU ENV-280 Contaminant Management in the three main literary genres of poetry, [VOV^LHJOWSH`Ä[ZPU[V[OLTHQVYNLUYLZ (5 credits) ÄJ[PVUHUKKYHTH:VTLLHYS`^VYRZ^PSSIL of drama and how each uses or misuses the This course is an introduction to the considered; however, emphasis will be on traditional elements of drama. Film versions fundamentals of managing a variety of [OLZPNUPÄJHU[^VYRZVM[OL[^LU[PL[OHUK and live productions of various plays contaminated sites. Topics include causes [^LU[`ÄYZ[JLU[\YPLZ>VYRZHYLJOVZLU supplement the student’s understanding and of contamination and chemical analysis primarily from English-Canadian authors. experience of the plays discussed in class. HUKPKLU[PÄJH[PVUVMJVU[HTPUHU[Z:P[L Works and authors will be discussed in assessment techniques such as site the context of major trends in Canadian ENG-285 Children’s Literature (3 credits) mapping and sampling are undertaken literature, such as the development This course introduces the student to the in relation to human health and safety of Modern and Post-Modern styles of historical development and evolution of precautions. Not available for supplemental. writing. In addition, some major themes JOPSKYLU»ZSP[LYH[\YLL_HTPUPUNIV[OÄJ[PVUHS *VYLX\PZP[L!,5= 3SHIJVTWVULU[ and concerns predominant in Canadian genres such as folklore, fantasy and realistic literature will be considered. Students works, poetic genres including nursery ENV-290 Site Restoration & Reclamation will read assigned poems, short stories, rhymes, nonsense verse, traditional rhyme (5 credits) novels and plays. In addition, they will be and free verse. Classical and contemporary This course will discuss preventative required to seek out and read considerable works such as picture books, fairy tales and control methods associated with the critical commentary and other resource and adventure books will be included operational phases of resource projects materials. Students will write tests on each in the selection of texts for the course. such as mining and logging, including road course unit, as well as essays of literary Themes of self and society, multiculturalism, KYHPUHNLKLZPNU9LJSHTH[PVUYLZ[VYH[PVU analysis and interpretation. Service Learning alienation and family will be examined in and rehabilitation methods used during opportunity may be available. Not available both a national and international context. post-operational and decommissioning of for supplemental. The stages of child development as they resource projects will also be discussed. relate to children’s literary genres will also Performance measurements, monitoring and ENG-190 Introduction to Language & be explored. Not available for supplemental. reporting techniques will be investigated. Literature (3 credits) 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!,5.VY,5. 5V[H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L! This course introduces students to English ENV-290L (lab component). studies at the post-secondary level. The (ENV) ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES_ course focuses on exploring language in ENV-297 Environment Impact Assessment ^YP[[LU[L_[ZWHY[PJ\SHYS`ZOVY[WYVZLÄJ[PVU ENV-255 Land Use Practices (3 credits) (4 credits) HUKUVUÄJ[PVUHZ^LSSHZWVL[Y`:[\KLU[Z This course examines the common practices This course is an introduction to the will increase their awareness of different VM[OLMVSSV^PUNSHUK\ZLZPU*HUHKH! environmental impact assessment (EIA) uses of language and rhetorical strategies agriculture, forest resource extraction, oil and auditing processes in Canada. Topics as they respond to and interpret literature, and natural gas extraction, mining and include the history of EIAs and audits analyse readings, and develop their own recreation. Students learn about the impacts and the relevant legislation from several essays, including an academic research these practices have had on the natural provinces and the federal government. The paper. Not available for supplemental. resources and the modern efforts to reduce methods and techniques used to collect *VYLX\PZP[L!,5. 3SHIJVTWVULU[ the impacts, conserve the resources, data to undertake EIAs and audits are strive toward sustainable development included in the laboratory component in ENG-257 Public Relations Writing and remedy the deleterious effects of the course. Not available for supplemental. (3 credits) natural resource development in Canada. *VYLX\PZP[L!,5= 3SHIJVTWVULU[ This course continues the development of Students also learn about the principles writing skills for the public relations industry. of multiple land use practices and the ENV-350 Integrated Resource Students will examine writing as it applies to successful application of same in Canada. Management (3 credits) news releases, newsletters, annual reports, The provincial and federal legislations that Integrated resource management requires features and storyboards. 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Starting with Ancient preservation and handling of environmental public process, resource planning structure, Greece and moving forward to the present samples that are used to support the and alternative dispute resolution. This day, this course surveys the theatre of the enforcement of environmental regulations. section will involve a resource-based Ancient Classics through to the movements Crime scene security, quality assurance, research project and presentation. Students of the modern and postmodern stage. Plays quality control and the continuity of evidence will select any management area that are read both as literary works that establish are included in the course. Various methods KLTVUZ[YH[LZ[OLJVUJLW[ZVM094HUK:+ meaning independent of production and of assessment will be used to analyse research the area with respect to resource

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\ZLZL_HTPULPZZ\LZHUKJVUÅPJ[ZHUK speakers of English to discover more about ESL-028 Study and Work Success I management processes or mechanisms the community in which they live while (3 credits) used to achieve balanced management in practicing their English skills. This course is offered to ESL students 5 that area. hours per week and runs concurrently with ESL-019 ESL Writing Workshop (1 credit) the ESL Credit program. Students will learn ENV-355 Environmental Quality (3 credits) This elective course is offered in a 12- study skills which will assist them in being This course will provide a global hour unit to students requiring additional successful students. They will also learn environmental perspective on topics assistance with their skills in writing English. OV^[VÄUKHUKYL[HPUQVIZPU[OL*HUHKPHU affecting environmental health. It will focus Focus will range from personal writing to workplace. The course is compulsory for on biological impacts on soil, water and pre-academic content. M\UKLKZ[\KLU[Z*VYLX\PZP[L!,:3 air. Topics covered will include pollution, ESL-043, ESL-053, ESL-063, ESL-073, air quality, global environment change, ESL-020 Speak Publicly in English ,:3 ,:3 bio-indicators, global forest decline, (1 credit) carbon sequestration, industry impacts, This elective course is offered in a 12-hour ESL-029 Study and Work Success II and alternate energy. The objective is to unit and will teach students how to speak (5 credits) give students a global perspective on the ^P[OJVUÄKLUJLW\ISPJS`ÔPSLYL[HPUPUN This course is offered to ESL students 5 environment, changes that have occured audience interest. hours per week and runs concurrently with HUKZVS\[PVUZ[V[OLZLJOHUNLZ*VYLX\PZP[L! the ESL Credit program. Students will learn ENV-355L (lab component). ESL-021 Pronunciation for ESL Student study skills which will assist them in being (1 credit) successful students. They will also learn ENV-370 Research & Experimental Design This elective course focuses on correct OV^[VÄUKHUKYL[HPUQVIZPU[OL*HUHKPHU (3 credits) WYVU\UJPH[PVUMVYZ[\KLU[ZÔVZLÄYZ[ workplace. This course offers more ESL This course will introduce students to the language is other than English. It is offered studies at this level over a longer timeframe. concepts and components of research in a 12-hour unit. The course is compulsory for funded planning and experimental design as it Z[\KLU[Z*VYLX\PZP[L!,:3,:3 applies to resource management. Students ESL-022 Communicating in English ,:3,:3,:3,:3 will incorporate data collection techniques (1 credit) ESL-094. PU[V[OLZJPLU[PÄJWYVJLZZ[VVYNHUPaL This elective course focuses on successful conduct and report proper results. The communication through speaking and ESL-033 ESL 3A (14 credits) course will focus on sampling design SPZ[LUPUNMVYZ[\KLU[ZÔVZLÄYZ[SHUN\HNL Students who have very limited oral HZP[WLY[HPUZ[V[OLÄLSKVMYLZV\YJL is other than English. Classes will include English skills and weak or no literacy skills management, and the reporting of properly conversational English, slang and listening. PU[OLPYÄYZ[SHUN\HNLHYLWSHJLKPU[OPZ [LZ[LKKH[H7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!:;: It is offered in a 12-hour unit. course. Emphasis is placed on listening and speaking, with attention being paid (ESL) ENGLISH AS A SECOND ESL-023 ESL and the Computer (1 credit) to questioning, discussing, and inferring. LANGUAGE ______This elective course is offered in a 12-hour Materials are functional and are used for unit and focuses on various elements of both oral and simple writing activities. A ESL-015 Canadian Culture Activities ESL Computer Assisted Language Learning variety of classroom and community-based (1 credit) (CALL) for self-study and enhanced learning. activities encourage real language usage. This elective course is offered in a 12-hour Not subject to challenge or supplemental. unit and will vary according to student ESL-024 PowerPoint for ESL Students *VYLX\PZP[L!,:3 requests and instructor interest. It could (1 credit) include games in English, ESL and sports, Students in this 12-hour elective will learn ESL-034 ESL 3B (20 credits) visits to local sites and attending local PowerPoint skills for giving presentations in Students who have very limited oral events as a group. English. English skills and weak or no literacy skills PU[OLPYÄYZ[SHUN\HNLHYLWSHJLKPU[OPZ ESL-016 ESL Note-taking (1 credit) ESL-026 TOEFL Preparation Level I course. Emphasis is placed on listening This elective course is offered in a 12-hour (1 credit) and speaking, with attention being paid unit and will involve preparation for listening This elective course is offered in a 12-hour to questioning, discussing, and inferring. to Canadian speakers with a focus on unit and is intended for students interested Materials are functional and are used for understanding both content and style. in successfully passing the TOEFL exam. both oral and simple writing activities. A It will focus on test-taking skills and variety of classroom and community-based ESL-017 Career Opportunities for ESL understanding the TOEFL format. activities encourage real language usage. (1 credit) This course offers more ESL studies at this This elective course is offered in a 12-hour ESL-027 TOEFL Preparation Level II level over a longer timeframe. Not subject unit to students registered in the Lethbridge (1 credit) [VJOHSSLUNLVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L! 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ESL-043 ESL 4A (14 credits) ESL-063 ESL 6A (14 credits) variety of up-to-date topics. This course The primary goal of this mid-level beginning At this level, classes are divided into skill offers more ESL studies at this level over a course is to provide basic vocabulary areas that are taught by different instructors. longer timeframe. Not subject to challenge and structure to enable students to more Grammar emphasizes basic structures as VYZ\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L!,:3 readily understand and respond to some well as some variations and their semantic questions and instructions, to communicate KPMMLYLUJLZ9LHKPUNMVSSV^ZHJVYL ESL-083 ESL 8A (14 credits) regarding basics for life in Canada and skill-oriented text; some simple authentic This course is designed for students with to provide a framework for further ESL and interest-related materials are also a very advanced knowledge of English as studies. Classroom activities include Total utilized. Writing is based on learning basic H:LJVUK3HUN\HNL`L[SHJR[OLÄUL 7O`ZPJHS9LZWVUZLTPTLZNHTLZT\ZPJ techniques, creativity and communication. tuning necessary for ease in successful storytelling, role-playing, survey taking, Speaking and listening include aural communicative use of the language. ÄLSK[YPWZHUKPUMVYTH[PVUX\LZ[ZPU[V[OL discrimination skills, pronunciation and Students in this course encounter in-depth community. Not subject to challenge or a wide variety of conversation activities. analysis of various written forms such as Z\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L!,:3 Not subject to challenge or supplemental. ZJPLU[PÄJ^YP[PUN[OLUV]LSWVL[Y`HUK *VYLX\PZP[L!,:3 several types of essays. They are expected ESL-044 ESL 4B (20 credits) to complete assignments in each of these The primary goal of this mid-level beginning ESL-064 ESL 6B (20 credits) areas, giving particular attention to correct course is to provide basic vocabulary At this level, classes are divided into skill usage and thorough comprehension. This and structure to enable students to more areas that are taught by different instructors. is done in an environment where they can readily understand and respond to some Grammar emphasizes basic structures as comfortably explore their own areas of questions and instructions, to communicate well as some variations and their semantic particular weakness. The course is intensive, regarding basics for life in Canada, and KPMMLYLUJLZ9LHKPUNMVSSV^ZHJVYL requiring completion of several major to provide a framework for further ESL skill-oriented text; some simple authentic projects including some which take students studies. Classroom activities include Total and interest-related materials are also into the community, as well as many more 7O`ZPJHS9LZWVUZLTPTLZNHTLZT\ZPJ utilized. Writing is based on learning basic daily assignments than at the lower levels. storytelling, role-playing, survey taking, techniques, creativity and communication. *VYLX\PZP[L!,:3 ÄLSK[YPWZHUKPUMVYTH[PVUX\LZ[ZPU[V[OL Speaking and listening include aural community. This course offers more ESL discrimination skills, pronunciation and ESL-084 ESL 8B (20 credits) studies at this level over a longer timeframe. a wide variety of conversation activities. This course is designed for students with Not subject to challenge or supplemental. This course offers more ESL studies at this a very advanced knowledge of English as *VYLX\PZP[L!,:3 level over a longer timeframe. Not subject H:LJVUK3HUN\HNL`L[SHJR[OLÄUL [VJOHSSLUNLVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L! tuning necessary for ease in successful ESL-053 ESL 5A (14 credits) ESL-029. communicative use of the language. This course is designed for students who Students in this course encounter in-depth OH]LHOPNOLYSL]LSVMSP[LYHJ`PU[OLPYÄYZ[ ESL-073 ESL 7A (14 credits) analysis of various written forms such as language, or previous ESL. They must also The four skill areas - reading, writing, ZJPLU[PÄJ^YP[PUN[OLUV]LSWVL[Y`HUK have some knowledge of English, as this speaking/listening and grammar - are taught several types of essays. They are expected course builds on the basics presented in the more with a view of Academic Upgrading to complete assignments in each of these beginner levels. While communication is still than in the lower levels, as many students areas, giving particular attention to correct at the core of the course, more emphasis from this level will continue their studies. The usage and thorough comprehension. This is placed on the written language. The reading component follows a skill approach is done in an environment where they can curriculum follows a functional-notional HUKPUJS\KLZZWLJPÄJPUZ[Y\J[PVUPUZWLSSPUN" comfortably explore their own areas of syllabus, with a strong life-skills component. writing is both academic and job-oriented; particular weakness. The course is intensive, Not subject to challenge or supplemental. grammar includes a comprehensive review requiring completion of several major *VYLX\PZP[L!,:3 and focuses on subtle semantic variations; projects including some which take students and speaking/listening encourages both into the community, as well as many more ESL-054 ESL 5B (20 credits) formal and informal communication on a daily assignments than at the lower levels. This course is designed for students who variety of up-to-date topics. Not subject This course offers more ESL studies at this OH]LHOPNOLYSL]LSVMSP[LYHJ`PU[OLPYÄYZ[ [VJOHSSLUNLVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L! level over a longer timeframe. Not subject language, or previous ESL. They must also ,:3 [VJOHSSLUNLVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L! have some knowledge of English, as this ESL-029. course builds on the basics presented in the ESL-074 ESL 7B (20 credits) beginner levels. While communication is still The four skill areas - reading, writing, ESL-093 ESL 9A (14 credits) at the core of the course, more emphasis speaking/listening and grammar - are taught This is the most advanced course in ESL is placed on the written language. The more with a view of Academic Upgrading offered by the English Language Centre. curriculum follows a functional-notional than in the lower levels, as many students Students will study intensive reading, syllabus, with a strong life-skills component. from this level will continue their studies. The writing, grammar, speaking and listening, This course offers more ESL studies at this reading component follows a skill approach, with particular attention to the essay, oral level over a longer timeframe. Not subject HUKPUJS\KLZZWLJPÄJPUZ[Y\J[PVUPUZWLSSPUN" presentations, discussions and vocabulary [VJOHSSLUNLVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L! writing is both academic and job-oriented; expansion. Focus will be on preparation ESL-029. grammar includes a comprehensive review for academic studies in post-secondary and focuses on subtle semantic variations; programs for English speakers. Not subject and speaking/listening encourages both [VJOHSSLUNLVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L! formal and informal communication on a ,:3

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ESL-094 ESL 9B (20 credits) and physical disabilities associated with damage and impairment will be examined This is the most advanced course in ESL FASD will be presented with an emphasis on PUYLSH[PVU[VZWLJPÄJILOH]PV\YWH[[LYUZ offered by the English Language Centre. the importance of early diagnosis to guide that are often associated with Fetal Alcohol Students will study intensive reading, intervention through the developmental Spectrum Disorder. The student will study writing, grammar, speaking and listening, process. the impact of prenatal alcohol exposure on with particular attention to the essay, oral various neurodevelopmental areas, including presentations, discussions and vocabulary FAS-151 Prevention of FASD (1 credit) attention, memory, cognition, language and expansion. Focus will be on preparation This course examines primary, secondary PTW\SZP]P[`*VYLX\PZP[L!-(: for academic studies in post-secondary and tertiary levels of prevention for Fetal programs for English-speakers. This course Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. A brief overview FAS-165 Practicum in FASD (3 credits) offers more ESL studies at this level over a of alcohol addiction will be conducted. The purpose of this practicum is to provide longer timeframe. Not subject to challenge Examination of regional, provincial and students with an opportunity to apply VYZ\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L!,:3 national initiatives will be undertaken as well FASD and addiction theory in a variety of HZYLÅLJ[PVUVU[OLWLYZVUHSYVSL[OLZ[\KLU[ environments including, but not limited (ETS) TECHNOLOGY STUDIES______can take in prevention of this condition. to, private homes, group homes, schools, 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!-(: foster care and early intervention programs. ETS-151 Introduction to Technology Students will use proven intervention Studies (4 credits) FAS-154 Case Management with FASD strategies while working in a variety of This course covers the impact of technology (2 credits) settings. Students will be expected to on society, environmental issues, During this course, students will be successfully apply information learned sustainable development, workplace safety, Introduced to several strategies needed within the classroom to develop effective historical perspective and future trends. for the effective planning and supporting and appropriate intervention strategies in of individuals living with FASD. Topics will a variety of supervised environments. An (FAD) FIRST AID ______include case management procedures, emphasis will be placed on connecting the evaluation processes and the development client to existing services and supports of treatment/support plans from a within the community. Practicum placement FAD-150 Safety Oriented First Aid/CPR multidisciplinary team perspective. will be supported by four integration (2 credits) Emphasis will be placed on establishing seminars. Equivalent to FAS-166. This course covers comprehensive training natural and long-term supports for children, PUHY[PÄJPHSYLZWPYH[PVU[YLH[TLU[MVY youth and adults with FASD. Not available FAS-166 Practicum I (2 credits) choking, control of bleeding, treatment MVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!-(: ;OPZJV\YZLPZ[OLÄYZ[WYHJ[PJ\TL_WLYPLUJL and prevention of shock, immobilization of for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder broken bones, recognition and treatment FAS-155 Intervention Strategies Education students. In this supervised of heart attack and stroke and two-person (3 credits) practicum placement, students will have an *79)HZPJ9LZJ\LY3L]LS:[HUKHYK-PYZ[ This course provides the students with opportunity to interact with children, adults (PKHUK*79*JLY[PÄJH[PVUPZYLJVNUPaLKI` the opportunity to identify and explore and/or families affected by Fetal Alcohol Alberta Occupational Health and Safety and research-based intervention strategies Spectrum Disorder. During this practicum, is awarded upon successful completion of proven successful in community programs students will develop an awareness of the course. Other components of the course dealing with pregnant women who have the supports available to those living with are directly related to program requirements, addictions to alcohol and/or drugs, women FASD. Students will demonstrate skills in eg. WHMIS, sports injuries, and/or who have given birth to a child with FASD, understanding diagnosis, brain functioning LUOHUJLKTVK\SLZPUNLULYHSÄYZ[HPK and individuals affected by FASD. Emphasis and behaviour and will begin to utilize will be placed on the diagnosis of FASD as a various intervention strategies. Not available (FAS) FETAL ALCOHOL SPECTRUM protective factor, promoting the creation of for supplemental. Equivalent to FAS-165. DISORDER ______an environment that supports the strengths 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!-(:-(: of those with FASD and developing FAS-150 Diagnosis of FASD (1 credit) support interventions for the barriers FAS-176 Practicum II (2 credits) This course provides students with an affected individuals typically encounter. This course provides students with the introduction to the challenges faced by The complexities of assessing the varying opportunity to progressively demonstrate professionals seeking to assess and capabilities of FASD-affected individuals, skills in the area of observation, assessment, diagnose clients who have been prenatally including intelligence, behaviour, learning, behavioral support, prevention and exposed to alcohol and other drugs. SHUN\HNLÄULTV[VYZRPSSZHUKZVJPHSHIPSP[` family support. Students will focus on Students will discuss the prevalence of will be detailed. The need to evaluate understanding case management and FASD within the community and province. parenting and coping skills in FASD-affected connecting the persons supported to The psychology of addictions and the use of parents with a new baby will be explored. supports in the community. Students are alcohol and drugs within the region will be The challenge and techniques of developing expected to successfully demonstrate reviewed. The concepts of harm reduction creative, effective and appropriate effective and appropriate intervention theory will be incorporated into case interventions throughout the lifespan will be strategies. Placements may occur within scenarios. The role of the student in the addressed. disability services, the education system, diagnostic process is presented with skills early intervention, addictions, advocacy, Introduced that are essential in assisting FAS-156 Brain and Behaviour (2 credits) health or justice. Not available for the diagnostic team in the collection and This course examines how the brain Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!-(:-(: documentation of pertinent information. An is directly affected by prenatal alcohol *VYLX\PZP[L!-(: extensive review of the primary, secondary exposure. The effects of neurological

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(FDM) FASHION DESIGN & FDM-162 Surface Design (3 credits) FDM-250 Fashion History (3 credits) MERCHANDISING ______This course analyzes the techniques This course is an introduction and used in the surface design of both informative journey through the fashion FDM-101 Industrial Sewing (1 credit) woven and knitted fabrics. Various types industry during the 20th century. Strong 0U[OPZJV\YZLZ[\KLU[ZSLHYU[VLMÄJPLU[S` of experimental and industrial surface emphasis is on fashion terminology, use and care for all equipment in the sewing LTILSSPZOTLU[ZKPYLJ[K`LPUNHUKÄUPZOPUN JVZ[\TLZJ`JSLZLU]PYVUTLU[HSPUÅ\LUJLZ lab. They will apply these skills in the processes are included. Not available for as well as a study of fashion designers. Not assembly of a skirt and assigned samples. Z\WWSLTLU[HS5V[L!:VTLVM[OLHZZPNULK H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! *VYLX\PZP[L!-+43SHIJVTWVULU[ projects use chemicals that may be DES-250. hazardous during pregnancy. Therefore, it FDM-152 Foundations of Fashion Design is recommended that women who either FDM-251 Costume Making (3 credits) (3 credits) are pregnant or are planning to become This course is an introduction to basic This course is a comprehensive study of pregnant during this course should consider modern costume designs used in the theatre [OLWZ`JOVSVN`VMPTHNLÄN\YLHUHS`ZPZ ZLSLJ[PUNHKPMMLYLU[VW[PVU7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! industry. Students become competent body proportion and wardrobe planning FDM-101, FDM-155. with the methods and designs of the time. to enable students to develop fashion The course covers the period from the consulting skills. Additional emphasis is on FDM-187 Visual Merchandising (3 credits) 17th century to the present. Students will accessorizing, colour coding, body language This course is an understanding of the many complete numerous samples and use and consumer shopping skills. Not available modes of communication available to get their sewing and pattern drafting skills to for supplemental. Equivalent to FDM-140. messages to consumers. Topics will include JVTWSL[LHÄUHSWYVQLJ[5V[H]HPSHISLMVY visual displays, public speaking and print Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!-+4 FDM-153 Fashion Design Professional media. FDM-250, PAT-265. (3 credits) This course walks the designer through the FDM-201 Fashion Drawing (3 credits) FDM-255 Haute Couture (3 credits) process of creating a ready-to-wear line of This course is a study of collation of This course examines techniques used clothing, merchandising and marketing that important colour theories and their uses in PU[OLÄUPZOPUNVMNHYTLU[ZPUKL[HPS line and presenting the line in a portfolio, the fashion industry. Students will learn the and by hand. The practices learned are interview and resume. Not available for elements and principles of line and shape. ideally suited to custom wear and haute Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!-+4 Also included is an introduction to the couture. Some theory of the haute couture MHZOPVUÄN\YLHUKIHZPJ[L_[PSLYLUKP[PVU industry is examined. Sewing projects are FDM-155 Textiles and Fabric Design I more complex and are constructed using (3 credits) FDM-225 Tailoring (2 credits) an industrial pattern. Not available for Fashion sense will develop with this basic This course examines the basic skills Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!-+4 study of textiles, their strengths and involved in construction of a tailored jacket, PAT-266. weaknesses, care and maintenance, as well an essential garment in most fashion as fabric choices for the various garment collections. Students will complete samples FDM-256 Factory Management (3 credits) designs. Also included is a study of textile demonstrating tailoring techniques. Using This course will help students understand ÄIYLZHUK`HYUZ*VYLX\PZP[L!-+43SHI their tailored jacket blocks, students will WSHU[MHJ[VY`ZL[\WÅVVYTHUHNLTLU[HUK component). design and create an industry-standard timed production, organizational skills in pattern and sew a lined tailored jacket, the operation of an apparel plant, costing, FDM-156 Textiles and Fabric Design II which includes two-piece set-in sleeves, production and quality control, personnel (3 credits) collar, lapel and welt pocket. Specialty management, employee assessments and Fashion sense will develop with this fabrics may be used. Not available for relationships. Principles of pattern grading basic study of textiles, their strengths supplemental. Equivalent to FDM-260. are also covered. and weaknesses, care and maintenance, 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!7(;-+4 as well as fabric choices for the various FDM-258 Fashion Promotion (3 credits) garment designs. Also included is a study of FDM-235 Garment Construction This course is an introduction to the weaves, prints and patterns, both modern (3 credits) planning, co-ordination, development HUKJSHZZPJ7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!-+4 In this course students will develop and and execution necessary to produce a *VYLX\PZP[L!-+43SHIJVTWVULU[ apply knowledge, skills and sewing successful fashion event. Public relations techniques in completing assigned samples skills, written and oral communications will that demonstrate garment construction be emphasized leading to the production in accordance with industry standards. of an actual event as a group project. Not They will apply those skills in completing H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! projects that are constructed from their -+4-+4 own industry standard patterns. Specialty fabrics may be used. Students will complete a basic pant, blouse/shirt, casual dress and casual jacket. Lining and underlining must be demonstrated in at least one project. 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!7(;

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FDM-270 Retail Buying (3 credits) FWK-155 CMT Practicum (4 credits) FWK-163 Field Placement II (2 credits) This course provides students with a This course is an eight-week, full-time work This is a focused practicum designed for thorough understanding of the retail buyer’s experience at various labs in the Lethbridge L_WVZ\YL[VHZWLJPÄJULHYJVKLJOPSKVY role and responsibilities in a merchandising area. Emphasis is on development of the coded child in an individual or small-group environment. Topics and assignments skills necessary to perform the technical assignment. Students in this practicum will include merchandise planning, procurement, functions related to duties of a cellular YLÄUL[OLPYVIZLY]H[PVUHUKYLJVYKPUNZRPSSZ negotiations, inventory management and molecular technician. Students will have the and focus on the academic skills needed by applied research. Major emphasis is placed opportunity to apply classroom theory and the child they are supporting, always using upon the use of computers and business lab techniques with practical experience. the reporting protocol to the teacher. They application software in the resolution of 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!)06)06 will learn the balance between individual merchandise management problems. assignments and full-classroom assistance. Students will also be Introduced to till FWK-160 Field Placement I (2 credits) Students will be placed in schools in operation and functions. Not available for This course is a general practicum the community and surrounding areas. Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!42; designed for exposure to a variety of Integration seminars will give students children with near-code or coded academic opportunities to discuss and analyze FDM-273 Apparel Production (3 credits) KPMÄJ\S[PLZ:[\KLU[ZPU[OPZWYHJ[PJ\T experiences in their placement settings. This course examines techniques used in focus on adjusting to a professional school Not available for supplemental or challenge. production sewing on industrial sewing environment with reporting protocols 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!->2 machines in detail. The practices learned are to the teacher emphasized. Students ideally suited to ready-to-wear production. will use their developing skills to make FWK-250 Field Work (3 credits) Projects are basic and numerous. Not objective observations while helping in the This course is an on-the-job learning H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! JSHZZYVVTHUKYLÅLJ[VU[OLPYOLSWPUNZRPSSZ experience for students, designed to FDM-101, FDM-256. Learning to record in an objective manner encourage them to recognize and describe is an important part of this practicum. (in a report) the link between their work FDM-295 Practicum (3 credits) Students are expected to act and behave experience and their academic training. This course is a summary of skills acquired in a professional manner within the school Field Work affords students the opportunity from core courses. This practicum is a environment. Students will be placed in to become involved in a chosen work structure of learning experiences including schools in the community and surrounding experience which utilizes the knowledge written assignments and placement areas. Integration seminars will give students and skills they are currently acquiring at with a fashion industry-related vendor. opportunities to discuss and analyze the college and receive academic credit Students are not guaranteed that they experiences in their placement settings. Not for it. Students presently enrolled in the will obtain a placement within the city. available for supplemental. Student must Business Administration Program who have The assignments will introduce students JVU[HJ[1\K`:[L[ZVU*VYLX\PZP[L! already acquired relevant and appropriate to a practical application of professional, ,+<9:7,*, experience related to their career goals and merchandising, fashion design, sales, and the program may receive credit for Field resume and interview skills. Not available for FWK-161 Field Placement II (4 credits) Work. Equivalent to HOS-250. Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!-+4 Equivalent to FWK-162. FWK-252 Work Experience (2 credits) (FWK) FIELDWORK ______FWK-162 Field Placement II (3 credits) This course is a practicum to expose the 3LHYULYZ^PSSJVTWSL[L[OLPYÄLSKWSHJLTLU[ geomatics student to the broad spectrum FWK-125 Automotive Field Work (1 credit) in a school setting for the purpose of of geomatics. Students are provided an One week will be spent in an automotive observation and the opportunity for the opportunity to work and perform duties shop setting with a work-site based practical application of skills, knowledge and HZZVJPH[LK[V[OLPYÄLSKVMZ[\K`5V[ experience host. The student will be attitudes gained through courses. Students available for supplemental. exposed to industry demands and must contact Judy Stetson. Equivalent to conditions. Graduates will prepare a ->27YLYLX\PZP[LZ!->2 FWK-253 Managed Internship (6 credits) complete resume, application and cover Throughout your program, you’ve been letter. learning about industry standards, professional practices and real world FWK-150 Field Work (3 credits) problem-solving, and now you want a taste! This course covers on-the-job learning The internship is designed to give you that experience for students, designed to exposure to the workplace, while providing combine work experience with academic support and mentoring, and helping you preparation. Field work affords students integrate 120 hours of workplace learning the opportunity to become involved in a with the theoretical and applied learning chosen work experience which utilizes the PU`V\YÄUHSZLTLZ[LYJV\YZL^VYR knowledge and skills they are acquiring in 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*44 class and to receive academic credit for the work experience by reporting on it.

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FWK-255 International Development attitudes necessary as an Educational ZWLJPÄJH[PVUZKH[HZV\YJLZKLZPNUHUK Studies Fieldwork Assistant by applying the information implementation, and the selection of (12 credits) learned in all of their classes. Some JVTW\[LYOHYK^HYLZVM[^HYLMVY[OL390:Z The International Development Studies specialization is available in the practicum, Not available for supplemental. Fieldwork course provides the learner depending on the practicum site. with the opportunity to work on an Students will locate, summarize and utilize GEO-160 Map Interpretation (3 credits) international development project in a scholastically sound educational resources This course covers the fundamentals of developing country and contribute to under the direction of the classroom teacher. topographic maps for the purposes of Canada’s international development goals. Integration seminars will give students portraying, interpreting and measuring ;OLÄLSK^VYRL_WLYPLUJL^PSSJVU[YPI\[L opportunities to discuss and analyze map data. Such topics as map projection to the learner’s personal and professional experiences in their placement settings. methods, map reference grids, map growth. The project will allow the learner to Not available for supplemental or challenge. location grids, interpretation of topographic develop skills in appropriate technologies 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!->2 features, map symbology and marginal map regarding water and sanitation; will provide information will be discussed and applied. the opportunity to share basic knowledge FWK-272 Corrections Practicum I Not available for challenge or supplemental. and practices of public health and hygiene, (3 credits) 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!.,6 and will provide the opportunity to live and ;OPZJV\YZLPU]VS]LZ[OLÄYZ[OHUK work at the village level in one of the poorest observation of correctional practitioners GEO-165 Geographic Information regions of the developing world. The learner at work in selected correctional settings. Systems (4 credits) should have the fundamental skill set for Placements will be in one-week blocks, or This course is an introduction to the basic one or more of the following competency extended throughout the term, depending functions of a geographic information ZLJ[VYZ!^H[LYHUKZHUP[H[PVUW\ISPJOLHS[O on the location. Ongoing contact between system (GIS), the hardware and software and communications and small business the faculty supervisor and the student, components of a GIS and explores GIS enterprise. The primary objective of the together with written reports, will ensure that applications in the resource management course offering is to provide the learner with a high degree of professional development ÄLSKZ;OLSHIJVTWVULU[\ZLZ[OL(YJ.0: the opportunity to experience the many occurs. Equivalent to CJP-272. program and its extensions to provide challenges faced in the poorest regions in students with practical experience with the developing world and return to Canada FWK-273 Corrections Practicum II the most popular GIS software. Students with a fact-based understanding of the (3 credits) gather both spatial and attribute data using YLHSP[PLZVM[OLZLJOHSSLUNLZ7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! ;OPZJV\YZLPU]VS]LZ[OLÄYZ[OHUK GPS technology, enter it into the computer, Must have successfully completed two observation of correctional practitioners organize and manipulate it and then analyse semesters as a full-time student in a diploma at work in selected correctional settings. it for spatial relationships. Not available or degree program with a GPA of 2.75 or Placements will be in one-week blocks, or MVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS,X\P]HSLU[[V994 better. Must participate in two weekend extended throughout the term, depending 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!994 *VYLX\PZP[L! workshops to be held in October and on the location. Ongoing contact between GEO-165L (lab component). November (pre-placement requirement) prior the faculty supervisor and the students, to the placement in South Africa. together with written reports, will ensure that GEO-166 Physical Geology (5 credits) a high degree of professional development .LVSVN`PZ[OLZJPLU[PÄJZ[\K`VM[OL,HY[O FWK-260 Field Placement III (3 credits) occurs. Equivalent to CJP-273. Physical geology is the division of geology In this practicum, students will be placed concerned with Earth materials, changes in in a variety of schools, including alternate (GEO) GEOGRAPHY______the surface and interior of the Earth, and the schools in the community and surrounding dynamic forces that cause those changes. In areas. This further narrowing of focus is GEO-150 Geographical Science (5 credits) the weekly lab exercises, students will learn designed to further expose students to This course will focus on the study of the to identify the common rocks and minerals academic strategies and experience with physical Earth as it relates to the recognition and to analyse bedrock structures and a coded student. Students will focus on of landforms, vegetation, water, soils and Z\YÄJPHSSHUKMVYTZ[OYV\NO[OL\ZLVMTHWZ research and application of strategies human features on the Earth’s surface. It will and airphotos. Field trips will afford students [HPSVYLK[VHJOPSK^P[OHZWLJPÄJJVKL also introduce the use of remote sensing the opportunities to study southern Alberta under the guidance of a classroom teacher. PU[OLPKLU[PÄJH[PVUVM[OLZLMLH[\YLZ5V[ L_HTWSLZVMNLVSVNPJHSMLH[\YLZPU[OLPYÄLSK Experiences in the computer room, duties available for challenge or supplemental. settings. Not available for supplemental. outside of the classroom and alternate *VYLX\PZP[L!.,63SHIJVTWVULU[ ,X\P]HSLU[[V994*VYLX\PZP[L! classrooms/schools will be explored. GEO-166L (lab component). Integration seminars will give students GEO-155 Data Sources (2 credits) opportunities to discuss and analyze This course is designed to cover the design GEO-170 Remote Sensing (3 credits) experiences in their placement settings. and operation of land-related information This course covers the use of aerial Not available for supplemental or challenge. systems and their role in digital mapping WOV[VNYHWOZMVY[OLPKLU[PÄJH[PVUHUK 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!->2VY->2 and spatial data management. Topics of interpretation of landforms and features. discussion include concepts of information A full range of data products will be FWK-262 Field Placement IV (3 credits) HUK390:Z[OLT\S[PW\YWVZLJHKHZ[YL used including black and white, colour 0U[OPZÄUHSWYHJ[PJ\TZ[\KLU[Z^PSSIL spatial data management, georeferencing, and infrared photos and various satellite placed in a variety of schools, including land information modelling, geoprocessing, imagery. In addition, basic photogrammetric alternate schools in the community and PUW\[V\[W\[VWLYH[PVUZÄSLZ[VYHNL principles will be discussed and applied. surrounding areas. They will be expected database management and distributed Not available for challenge or supplemental. to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and processing, techniques involved in project 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!.,6

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GEO-180 Geodesy (2 credits) GEO-276 Advanced GIS (4 credits) GMZ-351 3D Graphic Programming This course will study the concepts and This course reviews and expands upon the (3 credits) methods concerned with the determination principles of GIS covered in the Introductory This course integrates the concepts learned of the size and shape of the Earth and the GIS course (GEO 165) and introduces the and skills developed in the previous classes. exact positions of points on its surface. new topics of data quality assessment, GIS Students apply 3D theory to create a Topics of discussion include horizontal and development and implementation, advanced rendering pipeline, the foundation for the vertical datum, gravitation and centrifugal analysis techniques, environmental modeling game engine. Students will learn 3D graphic forces, measurements of gravity and and specialized environmental applications. programming techniques such as bilinear reduction of gravity, gravity anomalies, The weekly labs support these topics and ÄS[LYPUN[L_[\YPUNTH[LYPHSZSPNO[PUNHUK separation of the geode and ellipsoid, WYLWHYL[OLZ[\KLU[ZMVY[OLÄUHSWYVQLJ[HU how to develop an object-oriented hierarchy KLÅLJ[PVUVM[OL]LY[PJHS"VY[OVTL[YPJ environmental analysis project of their own for the game engine. Not available for and dynamic heights. Not available for creation using the ArcGIS program and its Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!.4A supplemental. Equivalent to GEO-270. extensions. Not available for supplemental. .4A *VYLX\PZP[L!.,6.,6:<9 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!.,6*VYLX\PZP[L! GEO-276L (lab component). GMZ-355 Network Programming for GEO-250 Land Planning (3 credits) Games (3 credits) This course examines the planning process GEO-280 Advanced Graphical Information Online gaming has become the buzz of as it relates to the development of land. Systems (5 credits) the industry with almost every new title Topics include land planning policy and This course is an advanced applications online embedded. In this course students regulations, land development concepts, course, incorporating current software and develop skills in peer-to-peer network subdivision design and the requirements [LJOUPX\LZPU[OL.0:ÄLSK:[\KLU[Z^PSS programming and client/server architecture for subdivision plans. Not available for study the theoretical aspects of various programming using industry standards such Z\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L!:<9 GIS applications and then apply the theory as TCP/IP. Not available for supplemental. in the form of applied GIS projects. This 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*0;.4A GEO-255 Geographic Info. Systems I course is not available for supplemental. (3 credits) 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!.,6.,6 GMZ-358 Entrepreneurship & Game This course is an introduction to the Design (3 credits) concepts and applications of Geographic GEO-290 Advanced Digital Remote This course explores games design Information Systems (GIS). Topics include Sensing (5 credits) elements, providing an overview of the background, database development This will be a course in digital image game development process (GDP) and and applications, graphics, practical analysis of aerial and satellite data for earth business entrepreneurship before moving HWWSPJH[PVUZÄSLKL]LSVWTLU[HUK observation and studies of environmental on to implementing custom modules in maintenance. Students will use a geographic and land use change at a variety of spatial a role-playing game. Students will work information system to manipulate and scales. Topics will include data integration, VUHZTHSSNHTLTVKPÄJH[PVU^OLYL[OL` modify data and graphics. Not available for JSHZZPÄJH[PVUHUKWYLKPJ[P]LTVKLSPUN will script dialogue and cut-scenes and JOHSSLUNLVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! Practical exercises will focus on the use in-game events. Students will set up games *(++9-*7<*VYLX\PZP[L! of industry standard digital image analysis with characters and monsters of their own GEO-255L (lab component). ZVM[^HYLHUKHWWSPJH[PVUZ7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! creation. Not available for supplemental. GEO-170. GEO-256 Geographic Information GMZ-360 Algorithms and Data Patterns Systems II (2 credits) (GMZ) GAMES PROGRAMMING ____ (3 credits) ;OPZJV\YZLJV]LYZÄLSKHWWSPJH[PVUHUK In this course, students will learn how to use analysis of geo-data using the latest GMZ-350 2D Graphic Programming popular data structures and algorithms to collection technology and digital mapping (3 credits) WYVNYHT[OLTVZ[LMÄJPLU[^H`Z[VZ[VYLHUK and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). A solid understanding of programming, work with game data, enabling the games Field work will include Global Positioning problem solving and object oriented to run as quickly and effectively as possible. Systems (GPS) data collection, raster programming is required before attempting Students will sort, search, compress and and vector map creation and spatial and to develop any game. This class will recurse game data, seeing the concepts H[[YPI\[LKH[HHUHS`ZPZ7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! continue to build software development put into practice through interactive GEO-255. skills using C++ coding and appropriate graphical demonstrations. Not available for design algorithms. Polymorphism, Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*0; GEO-260 Cartography (4 credits) encapsulation, inheritance and classes, This course examines the creation of as well as other advanced programming GMZ-366 Physics Programming maps. The content includes concepts and techniques are discussed and practiced. (5 credits) WYVWLY[PLZVMTHWZ"JSHZZPÄJH[PVUZVMTHWZ" Students learn how to access Windows In this course, students develop a physics theory of distortions; map projections resources for games, multithread and build game engine for testing collisions of including conical, polyconic, cylindrical and the framework for Windows games. This objects in the gaming environment. This perspective and the UTM, 3TM and 10TM course provides the launching point for experience builds on the skills learned in projections. Not available for supplemental. all subsequent courses. Not available for Math for Games Programming and is closely 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!.,6 Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*0; integrated with the 3D Modeling course. Not H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! MTH-351.

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GMZ-367 Scripting Languages (5 credits) HIS-265 Canadian History (3 credits) (HSP) HUMAN SERVICE PRACTICE _ In this course, students explore scripting This course provides students with languages used in game engine intermediate level instruction in Canadian HSP-125 Medication Administration TVKPÄJH[PVUZ;VWPJZPUJS\KLSHUN\HNL history. Students will engage in formal (1 credit) types, syntax, how to extend the language research projects, culminating in a research This course is an introduction to the and why scripting languages are used paper examining the historical antecedents fundamental knowledge and skills required rather than native code. Languages covered of a current issue in Canadian society. of paraprofessionals to safely administer PUJS\KL?TS3\H7`[OVUHUK9\I`5V[ Students will be Introduced to the major medications to individuals receiving services H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! philosophical, cultural, economic, and in non-medical community programs. The CIT-266. political landmarks of Canadian history rights of medication administration, value including pre-conquest society, European and expectations of documentation, and GMZ-370 Game Dev. I/O - Input & Sound contact, colonial North America, becoming a WYVJLK\YLMVYHKTPUPZ[LYPUNVYHS795L`L (3 credits) nation, expansion and settlement, WWI, the skin, ear, and nose medications, inhalers, Sound is an important element in video Depression, WWII, the Cold War, prosperity, suppositories, and enemas will be covered. games because of its ability to create regionalism, and Quebec nationalism, and Case scenarios and role-playing will provide mood thereby altering situations. Students globalization. Students are expected to situations that require students to problem- develop skills in digitizing sound, sound use a variety of research and learning tools solve immediate responses, documentation effects, and creating a playback engine for including extensive use of the course text, and follow-up actions. While this is not a outputting the sounds and music (including online support, WebCT resources, scholarly, pharmacology course, students will gain an mp3s). The input portion of the class covers historical and social science resources, understanding of the types of medication peripherals such as the keyboard, mouse newspapers, news magazines and news packaging and common medication and joystick. Not available for supplemental. broadcasts. Service Learning opportunity administration abbreviations and become 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!.4A may be available. Available for challenge or MHTPSPHY^P[OJVTTVUKY\NJSHZZPÄJH[PVUZ Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!HU`VULVM Not available for supplemental. Equivalent to GMZ-371 Portfolio Project Development HIS-165, HIS-170, PSC-150, PSC-161, or 9:7 (5 credits) PSC-165. Students compile their previous work and HSP-150 Foundations of Human Services continue to build a unique game as part of HIS-270 American History (3 credits) (2 credits) a portfolio development project. Portfolios This course provides students with This course explores the roles and are critical in obtaining employment in the intermediate level instruction in American responsibilities of the human service worker industry. Not available for supplemental. history. Students will engage in formal in a variety of helping professions. Topics will 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!4;/.4A research projects, culminating in a research include ethical decision making practices, .4A*VYLX\PZP[L!.4A.4A paper examining the historical antecedents advocacy for vulnerable populations, legal .4A of a current issue in American society. and human rights, and the importance of Students will be Introduced to the major respectful interactions. Learners will discuss (HIS) HISTORY______philosophical, cultural, economic and how their personal values and beliefs affect political landmarks of American history professional relationships. Not available for HIS-165 Contemporary Canadian History including pre-Columbian society, European supplemental. (4 credits) contact, colonial North America, the This course is designed to give students an revolutionary period, the Constitution and HSP-151 Family Systems and opportunity to carefully examine the history the founding of the federation, western Development (3 credits) of our nation. It will provide a survey of the conquest and settlement, the Civil War, This course is an introduction to the family major events, particularly on the political, industrialization, ascendancy to a world as a dynamic system. The stages of family economic and cultural history of Canada power, WWI, the Depression, WWII, the development are presented and discussed. after Confederation. Not available for Cold War, the civil rights movement, and An examination of family dynamics and challenge or supplemental. globalization. Students are expected to issues within families are covered. Not use a variety of research and learning tools available for supplemental. Equivalent to HIS-170 Western Civilization (3 credits) including extensive use of the course text, CYC-151. This course provides students with an online course support, WebCT resources, introduction to the history of western scholarly historical and social science HSP-155 Introduction to Art Therapy civilization including the important resources, newspapers, news magazines (3 credits) philosophical, religious, military, political and and news broadcasts. Not available for This course will provide a comprehensive economic foundations of ancient, medieval Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!HU`VULVM background into the history and evolution and modern western societies. Students will HIS-170, HIS-165, HIS-265, or PSC-165. of art therapy. Students will be involved engage in formal research projects, based in several art experientials in order to on the course material, culminating in a appreciate how the creative process can be research paper that analyzes the historical used as a rehabilitative tool when working antecedents of a topic of their choosing. with various populations. 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HSP-160 Community Linkages (1 credit) HTH-133 Pathophysiology (3 credits) (HUM) HUMANITIES ______The focus of this course is to explore the This course is an introduction to common wide range of community agencies and health problems and related nursing care. HUM-150 Logic (3 credits) support services available to individuals with 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!375375 This is designed as a course in logical disabilities and their families. The role of the self-defence. In everyday life we are faced support worker in advocating for individuals HTH-134 Nursing Science IV (2 credits) with the problem of making judgments. is emphasized, as is the importance of This course discusses and demonstrates We must learn how to evaluate what we building the community’s capacity to the following to enable the student to have read or been told if we are to make support people throughout their lifespan. develop into safe, competent care providers reasonable decisions. Once students have Not available for supplemental. PU[OLTLKZ\YNLU]PYVUTLU[![OLVY` learned to recognize inappropriate evidence knowledge; nursing skills; integration of or excessive claims, they will be more able (HTH) HEALTH______knowledge and skills of the Anatomy and to ensure they do not inadvertently add to Physiology, Physical Assessment, Nutrition, the confusion surrounding many issues by HTH-121 Hospital Administration Gerontology, Nursing Foundations, and thinking, speaking or writing in an illogical (2 credits) Pharmacology; development of clinical fashion. This course covers a basic understanding H[[P[\KLZHUKQ\KNTLU[7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! of the hospital and how various units and ENG-150, COM-162, LPN-135, HTH-132, HUM-152 Introduction to Creative Writing systems work within a hospital setting. LPN-115, LPN-139, LPN-124, LPN-140, (3 credits) Topics include hospital organization, nursing HTH-133, LPN-119, LPN-120, SOC-167, This humanities course is an elective for organization, safety, emergencies and 7:@375375 375 program students or would-be writers in security, body mechanics and ergonomics, 375*VYLX\PZP[L!/;/3SHI the greater community who wish to take a telephone and reception and time and component). three-credit university-transfer course that stress management. Not available for will develop their creative potential beyond supplemental. HTH-135 Transition to Graduate Nursing [OLJVUÄULZVM[YHKP[PVUHSUVUÄJ[PVUNLUYLZ (3 credits) such as the essay and freelance article. The HTH-125 Patients’ Records (3 credits) This course focuses on the role and MVJ\ZPZVU[OLNLUYLZVMWVL[Y`ÄJ[PVUHUK This course covers the basic concepts of responsibilities of the graduate Practical KYHTHJYLH[P]LUVUÄJ[PVU;OLJV\YZL^PSS the Unit Clerk’s responsibility regarding Nurse, including trends and issues, devote approximately four weeks to journal the processing of physicians’ orders by and leadership at an Introductory level. writing and set creative writing exercises providing the information of basic medical 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!,5.*64 intended to provide the necessary skills and records and charts, chart forms, supplies LPN-135, HTH-132, LPN-115, LPN-139, raw materials from which to draft original and requisitions, medical terminology LPN-124, LPN-140, HTH-133, LPN-119, poems, and narrative and dramatic scenes. and common abbreviations and the LPN-120, SOC-167, PSY-170, LPN-144, The remainder of the time will be divided importance of written communication and 375 375 375 at the instructor’s discretion between documentation of physicians’ orders. This WVL[Y`ZOVY[ÄJ[PVUHUKKYHTHJYLH[P]L course is not subject to supplemental. HTH-141 Health Care Billing (2 credits) UVUÄJ[PVU:[\KLU[Z^PSSILL_WLJ[LK[V This course covers the information required complete set assignments within each HTH-131 Unit Clerk Practicum (2 credits) MVY\UP[JSLYRZ[V^VYRPUHTLKPJHSVMÄJL VM[OYLLVM[OLMV\YNLUYLZ(M[LY[OLÄYZ[ This course is a three-week practicum, environment. Topics covered include basic month or so, in-class time will be divided consisting of 120 hours of work experience Alberta Health Care billing, third-party and between lecture/discussion of professional in a hospital setting. The experience will direct billing, business functions related to writing models and/or matters of craft and allow participants to practice their newly [OLTLKPJHSVMÄJLIVVRPUNHUKZJOLK\SPUN workshopping for student work. Service learned skills in a Unit Clerk setting. During and a look at the different branches of Learning opportunity may be available. Not the practicum experience, students will be medicine and related specialties. Not available for supplemental. assigned rotations that may include a variety available for challenge or supplemental. of shifts such as days, evening or nights. HUM-155 Ethics (3 credits) The rotation may also include weekends. HTH-250 Health Issues in Education This is a philosophy course that focuses This course is not subject to supplemental. (3 credits) on ethical theories and moral issues. The ;OPZJV\YZLPZNYHKLK*95*9 This course will provide students with an JV\YZLOHZ[^VHZWLJ[Z!VULLTWOHZPaLZ overview concerning the promotion of health meta-ethical thinking, or thinking about the HTH-132 Health Education (3 credits) and safety, the prevention of illness, as nature of ethics itself, and one emphasizes This course offers an overview, within the well as the maintenance and quality care of ethical thinking, or thinking about what to context the context of the community and children with diverse needs in schools. Not do in a particular situation. The course is the Canadian Health Care System, of the available for supplemental. both theoretical and practical. The course physical, social, mental, environmental and has implications that will impact upon spiritual aspects of personal health and students as persons in their private or public wellness. Topics include nutrition, exercise, lives. 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HUM-158 Creative Problem-Solving HUM-190 Popular Culture (3 credits) to changing circumstances, how it met (3 credits) This humanities course serves as an and responded to internal challenge and This course is an introduction to the introduction to cultural theory via a brief crisis, and how debates and differences process of creative problem-solving and survey of Western popular culture. Students led to disagreements and divisions. It is personal and group development through will analyse, according to cultural theory and a story full of great individuals, powerful creative behaviour. Concentration is on concepts, various aspects of the popular ideas, persecutions, political power- using methods and strategies of the culture of the past century, with examples plays, heresies, corruption, revolution and creative process as a means to promote drawn from the mass media and a wide creativity. Not available for supplemental. personal development and resolve variety of cultural texts. The course will 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!HU`VULVM/<4 problems individually and in small groups. follow the evolution of popular culture and /<4/<4 /<4 VY/0: Applications will focus on innovation, the dialectical nature of idea exchange, by management and business change, examining American popular culture and HUM-285 Buddhism (3 credits) including marketing. Students will be [OLPUÅ\LUJLP[OHZOHKVU[OL*HUHKPHU This course is a comprehensive introduction Introduced to conceptual and skills based experience. to the history, thought, and practices of the development through hands-on activities Buddhist tradition. Students will learn about such as case studies, journals or portfolios, HUM-195 Cultural Anthropology the origins of Buddhism, its spread, and graphic organizers, videos and visual (3 credits) its subsequent growth through sectarian presentations, puzzles, games, projects, This humanities/social science course developments. Although a historical discussions and presentations. Not available explores the wonderful diversity of human approach is used in structuring the material, for supplemental. cultures around the globe. It takes the view emphasis will be placed on the doctrines that we can learn more about ourselves by and teachings of Buddhism, with particular HUM-160 Ancient Civilizations (3 credits) learning more about others. Anthropology, attention to those unifying elements which This course surveys the development of the study of humanity, asks a fundamental transcend the tradition’s diversity. The study ancient civilizations to familiarize students X\LZ[PVU!0M^LHYLHSSO\THUILPUNZ of Buddhist symbolism, art, mythology, with the rich and varied stories of our human then why do we seem to be so different and meditative practices will enhance our past and to increase awareness of the debt from each other? This course will help understanding of the pervasive, ongoing, we in the 21st century owe to the peoples students increase their knowledge and HUKWYVMV\UKPUÅ\LUJLVM)\KKOPZ[J\S[\YL of the past. The aim of the course is to understanding of the peoples with whom in the world. Available for challenge or introduce students to some of the methods they share the Earth. It surveys approaches Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!HU`VULVM and theories of archaeology, to trace the used by anthropologists to study humanity /<4/<4/<4 /<4 development of urbanism and civilization in all its variety and probes some of or HIS-170. after the invention of agriculture, and to their explanations for diverse human acquaint students with the representative cultural practices. 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Relations (3 credits) on a variety of levels over the semester, This is an intermediate human relations MYVTÄSTJYP[PJ[VKPYLJ[VYKL]LSVWPUNH HUM-180 Introduction to World Religions JV\YZLWYV]PKLK[VMYVU[SPULWVSPJLVMÄJLYZ ZLUZLVM]PKLVSP[LYHJ`HUKÄSTHWWYLJPH[PVU (3 credits) ^OPJOMVJ\ZLZVU[OLPKLU[PÄJH[PVUHUK The class will consist of lectures, the This humanities course will explore the understanding of the complexities of a ]PL^PUNVMÄSTZNYV\WKPZJ\ZZPVUHUKÄUHS major religious traditions of the world with culturally diverse work environment. Police class projects. The breadth of the course regards to their historical evolution and recruits will learn to recognize personal demands that students view some assigned philosophical framework. 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(3 credits) this course is not to examine the religious This humanities/social science course traditions in terms of right or wrong, but HUM-281 Christianity (3 credits) examines the roles of women and men in rather to be able to gain an understanding This humanities course introduces students a cross-cultural perspective that highlights and hopefully an appreciation of each to the Christian religion. It surveys the variations in gender roles and interpersonal tradition on its own merits based on past 2000 years in the life of the Christian relations around the world. The aim is to historical, political and social context. Church from the time of Jesus of Nazareth introduce students to the anthropological Service Learning opportunity may be to the present. The aim is to show how study of gender, to help them acquire available. 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critically on gender in modern industrial and IDM-167 Interior Detailing I (6 credits) IDM-265 Interior Detailing II (3 credits) post-industrial nations. Not available for This course is an introduction to manual This course covers design and detailing of Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!HU`VULVM drafting. It covers the detailing of components for commercial interiors (i.e. /<4/<4 /<4 /<4 components relating to buildings and YLZ[H\YHU[ZVMÄJLZHUKYL[HPSLU]PYVUTLU[Z SOC-153, or SOC-160. their furnishings, with projects focusing with projects related to Design Studios II, III on the development of working drawings and IV. Not available for supplemental. HUM-350 Ethics and Correctional Issues and related documents. Not available for (3 credits) supplemental. Equivalent to IDM-166. IDM-267 Interior Detailing II (6 credits) Students will address historical and This course covers the design and detailing current correctional issues from an ethical IDM-170 Colour, Materials and Lighting of components for commercial interiors (i.e. perspective, developing in the process (3 credits) YLZ[H\YHU[ZVMÄJLZHUKYL[HPSLU]PYVUTLU[Z a strong ethical foundation for decision- This course is an in-depth study of colour with projects related to Design Studios II, making. Instruction will focus on guiding theory and application as it relates to interior III, and IV. Not available for supplemental. students to become more aware of issues design. Topics include technical information, 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!0+4 and the implications of their actions, in psychological and behavioural aspects, and the increasingly complex correctional application of textiles for residential and IDM-270 Practicum (3 credits) environment. commercial use, lighting as an integral part This is a summary course utilizing skills of the design process, principles of vision, acquired from core courses. This practicum (IDM) INTERIOR DESIGN ______perception, and lighting, technical aspects will be a structure of learning experiences VMSPNO[ZV\YJLZHUKÄ_[\YLZWZ`JOVSVNPJHS containing assignments and placement with IDM-150 History of Interiors (3 credits) effects of lighting. The interrelationships a design-related employer. The placement This course is a historical survey of between colour, textiles, and lighting will be will be a competition for positions; a limited Western art, architecture and interior studied. Not available for supplemental. number of positions will be available. environments considered in the setting of Students are not guaranteed a placement. physical, socio-economic, political and IDM-179 Design Fundamentals (6 credits) The course will introduce students to a cultural environments. Not available for This course is an introduction to the practical application of professional interior supplemental. elements, principles and processes of design, resume and interview skills. Not design and two- and three-dimensional H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! IDM-155 Introduction to Interior Design problem-solving necessary to understand 0+40+40+4 0+4 (3 credits) the design of human environments. Not 0+40+40+4 0+4 The broad aims of the course will be to available for supplemental. IDM-190, IDM-255. expose students to a series of design topics, concerns and issues as they relate IDM-181 Design Studio I (6 credits) IDM-271 Portfolio (2 credits) to human behaviour and to develop design Students will be Introduced to and learn Existing drawings and design work will assessment and awareness. Not available to apply residential design theory through be used to develop a professional quality for supplemental. practical projects utilizing basic design design portfolio in digital and/or material problem-solving processes which include format. Not available for supplemental. IDM-158 Representations I (6 credits) consideration of the physical, functional and This course introduces drawing as a psychological needs of various inhabitants. IDM-280 Design Studio II (5 credits) means of communication. Focus is on the Not available for supplemental. Equivalent to Students will be Introduced to and apply development of freehand skills with various 0+4 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!0+4 commercial design theories related to cafe media. Students will gain sensitivity and and restaurant design. Extensive portfolio expertise with line, play of light, shade and IDM-190 E-Tools for Interior Design I work will be expected that combines the shadow, proportion and basic perspective. (6 credits) principles of colour, light, interior detailing, Not available for supplemental. Equivalent to In this course, students will be Introduced to materials, design fundamentals, textiles and IDM-154. HUKILJVTLWYVÄJPLU[^P[O]HYPV\ZZVM[^HYL drafting. Not available for supplemental. used throughout interior design practice. ,X\P]HSLU[[V0+4 IDM-159 Representations II (3 credits) Emphasis will be on AutoCAD, software for ;OLZRPSSZ0U[YVK\JLKPU9LWYLZLU[H[PVU0 millwork design and software from leading IDM-283 Design Studio III (5 credits) will be further developed, practiced and design manufacturers. This course is an examination of functional YLÄULK^P[OWHY[PJ\SHYLTWOHZPZVU[OL requirements and aesthetic considerations application of drawing representation as a IDM-255 Materials and Finishes (3 credits) PUKLZPNUPUNVMÄJLLU]PYVUTLU[Z0[ communications skill, integral to the design Students will gain an overview of interior involves planning and designing an process. Other appropriate media will be TH[LYPHSZLSLTLU[ZÄUPZOLZHUKÄUPZOPUN VMÄJLLU]PYVUTLU[MYVTWYVNYHTTPUN[V introduced. Not available for supplemental. 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IDM-284 Design Studio IV (5 credits) (IND) INDEPENDENT STUDY ______IND-253 Independent Study (3 credits) This course is an examination of functional Independent study is a learning experience requirements and aesthetic considerations IND-151 Independent Study (1 credit) where students pursue a topic related to in designing retail and/or hospitality Independent study is a learning experience their program or proposed career. Students environments. It involves planning and in which students pursue a topic related to are responsible for developing an outline of designing a retail or hotel/resort environment their program or proposed career. Students the project they wish to undertake. Further or the like, from programming to are responsible for developing an outline of information may be obtained from their WYLZLU[H[PVUKYH^PUNZIHZLKVUHZWLJPÄLK the project they wish to undertake. Further Program Leader. Not available for challenge JSPLU[WYVÄSL5V[H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS information may be obtained from their or supplemental. ,X\P]HSLU[[V0+4 Program Leader. Not available for challenge or supplemental. IND-261 Independent Study (1 credit) IDM-285 Design Studio II (6 credits) Independent study is a learning experience Students will be Introduced to and apply IND-152 Independent Study (2 credits) where students pursue a topic related to commercial design theories related to cafe Independent study is a learning experience their program or proposed career. Students and restaurant design. Extensive portfolio in which students pursue a topic related to are responsible for developing an outline of work will be expected that combines the their program or proposed career. Students the project they wish to undertake. Further principles of colour, light, interior detailing, are responsible for developing an outline of information may be obtained from their materials, design fundamentals, textiles and the project they wish to undertake. Further Program Leader. Not available for challenge drafting. Not available for supplemental. information may be obtained from their or supplemental. ,X\P]HSLU[[V0+4 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! Program Leader. Not available for challenge 0+4 0+4 or supplemental. IND-263 Independent Study (3 credits) Independent study is a learning experience IDM-286 Design Studio III (6 credits) IND-153 Independent Study (3 credits) where students pursue a topic related to This course is an examination of functional Independent study is a learning experience their program or proposed career. Students requirements and aesthetic considerations in which students pursue a topic related to are responsible for developing an outline of PUKLZPNUPUNVMÄJLLU]PYVUTLU[Z0[ their program or proposed career. Students the project they wish to undertake. Further involves planning and designing an are responsible for developing an outline of information may be obtained from their VMÄJLLU]PYVUTLU[MYVTWYVNYHTTPUN[V the project they wish to undertake. Further Program Leader. Not available for challenge WYLZLU[H[PVUKYH^PUNZIHZLKVUHZWLJPÄLK information may be obtained from their or supplemental. JSPLU[JVTWHU`WYVÄSL5V[H]HPSHISLMVY Program Leader. Not available for challenge Z\WWSLTLU[HS,X\P]HSLU[[V0+4 or supplemental. IND-450 Corrections Independent Study 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!0+4 0+4 (3 credits) IND-162 Independent Study (2 credits) This course is a self-directed learning IDM-287 Design Studio IV (6 credits) Independent study is a learning experience experience in which students pursue This course is an examination of functional in which students pursue a topic related to a research topic encompassing one or requirements and aesthetic considerations their program or proposed career. Students more of the goals of corrections. Topic in designing retail and/or hospitality are responsible for developing an outline of selections must be relevant to the roles environments. It involves planning and the project they wish to undertake. Further and responsibilities of a corrections designing a retail or hotel/resort environment information may be obtained from their professional. Students will be required or the like, from programming to Program Leader. Not available for challenge to demonstrate competency in reviewing WYLZLU[H[PVUKYH^PUNZIHZLKVUHZWLJPÄLK or supplemental. literature, collecting and analyzing data JSPLU[WYVÄSL5V[H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS and written communication. Initial outlines ,X\P]HSLU[[V0+4 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! IND-251 Independent Study (1 credit) of proposed studies require approval of 0+4 0+4 Independent study is a learning experience faculty supervisor. This is a Directed Field where students pursue a topic related to Study (DFS) course. Not available for IDM-290 E-Tools for Interior Design II their program or proposed career. Students supplemental. (3 credits) are responsible for developing an outline of This course continues from and builds the project they wish to undertake. Further IND-460 Senior Corrections Project on software skills acquired in E-Tools information may be obtained from their (3 credits) for Interior Design I. Emphasis will be on Program Leader. Not available for challenge This course is a directed learning experience three-dimensional drawing, modeling, or supplemental. in which the student pursues an applied and rendering of interior spaces and project encompassing one or more of the JVTWVULU[Z7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!0+4 IND-252 Independent Study (2 credits) goals of corrections and/or the correctional Independent study is a learning experience institution where they are working. The where students pursue a topic related to topic selections should be relevant to the their program or proposed career. Students student’s placement agency and location. are responsible for developing an outline of The Directed Field Study Co-ordinator the project they wish to undertake. Further must approve all projects at the outline information may be obtained from their WOHZL;OLÄUHSWHWLYT\Z[ILTVYL[OHU Program Leader. Not available for challenge 5,000 words (20-30 pages) in length. This or supplemental. is a Directed Field Study. Not available for supplemental.

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(IRR) IRRIGATION TECHNOLOGY ___ (IST) INTERNATIONAL STUDY KEY-249 Data Entry (2 credits) TOURS______This course covers data input methods IRR-152 Introduction to Irrigation including skill development (speed and (3 credits) IST-250 International Study Tour accuracy) for alphabetic and numeric input. This course provides the background (3 credits) Actual projects involving various business required to understand irrigated agriculture Learners taking this course will prepare HWWSPJH[PVUZHYLOHUKSLK7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! in Western Canada. Topics include for, and participate in, a study tour. The CPU-120. the importance of irrigation in various learner will have the opportunity to enhance economies with particular emphasis of research and presentation skills, obtain (LAW) LAW ______the Alberta economy, a discussion of the or improve upon their awareness of world government’s role in irrigation funding, study cultures, and gain a greater knowledge of LAW-160 Introduction to Law (5 credits) of the major water storage and distribution many aspects of international business in This course is an introduction to the legal works in Alberta and Irrigation District the global marketplace. (As the program system and legal institutions in Canada, operations, and water resource issues offering the course will set screening criteria, conveying the principles, powers and including tenure and resource allocation. only eligible students will be permitted privileges Canadian law conveys as an Interprovincial and international water rights to enroll.) Not available for challenge or instrument of democracy, from the role and will be studied. The course also includes supplemental. origin of law, through the building blocks an introduction to surface, sprinkler, and of the legal system, to substantive law. micro irrigation systems and a study of the (KEY) KEYBOARDING ______Emphasis is on the effect various legal costs and returns of irrigated farming in decisions have on the participants of the Alberta. A research paper is a major course KEY-050 Keyboarding Fundamentals legal process. Equivalent to CJP-162. YLX\PYLTLU[,X\P]HSLU[[V(.9 (3 credits) This course teaches the fundamentals of LAW-161 Introduction to Natural IRR-250 Agricultural Sprinkler Systems touch-typing. It develops the keyboarding Resource Law (5 credits) (4 credits) skills required for students to successfully This course introduces students to the This course provides competencies required complete class assignments which must be Canadian legal system and sources of to purchase, maintain and operate an word-processed. natural resource law. It examines the agricultural sprinkler system in western evolution and creation of law with a Canada. Topics include system selection, KEY-139 Introductory Keyboarding direct focus on the role of resource law affects of soils, capacity calculations (5 credits) enforcement in resource management. The and crop requirements. Basic hydraulics This course covers the fundamentals of fundamental principles of the Canadian including pipeline sizing, valve sizing, friction touch-typing. It develops skills required for judicial system, trials, sentencing, appeals losses and calculation of Total Dynamic typing business and personal letters, tables, HUK[OL*HUHKPHU*OHY[LYVM9PNO[ZHUK Head, are also covered. Pipeline selection, memorandums and reports. It cannot be Freedoms will also be reviewed. Selected installation, purchasing and practical included as part of the credit requirement provincial and federal natural resource laws exercises involving selecting components MVY[OLVUL`LHYHUK[^V`LHY6MÄJL [OH[YLN\SH[LHPYJVU[HTPUH[LKSHUKÄZOLYPLZ for side roll and center pivot systems are Administration programs. Not available for and wildlife will be addressed. Provincial and included, as are pump selection, energy challenge or supplemental. MLKLYHSJV\Y[WYVJLK\YLVMÄJLYH\[OVYP[PLZ use calculations, proper pump set-up and and common defences will be examined. THPU[LUHUJL7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!(.9 KEY-140 Document Processing I Not available for supplemental. (.9 (5 credits) The emphasis of this course is on IRR-252 Sprinkler Systems & Irrigation developing production speed and Management (4 credits) accuracy. Proper formatting of business This course covers the purchasing, documents is covered, including letters, operation, maintenance and management tables, memorandums and reports using of sideroll and pivot sprinkler systems in 4PJYVZVM[>VYK7SLHZLUV[L!:[\KLU[ZT\Z[ Western Canada. System outcomes include be capable of keyboarding at a minimum basic hydraulics, pipeline installation, of 30 words per minute. Not available for calculation of total dynamic head, pump supplemental. selection, energy use calculations, system set-up, purchasing, and maintenance. KEY-141 Document Processing II Management outcomes provide the learner (5 credits) with skills required to actively manage This course covers advanced level irrigations in Western Canada including keyboarding, business documents, two- crop water requirements, soil moisture page letters and memos, boxed tables, measurement and irrigation scheduling by braced-heading boxed tables, manuscripts both predictive and monitoring methods. with footnotes and endnotes and repetitive 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!994(.9 documents. Not available for supplemental. 73;099 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!2,@

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LAW-165 Criminal Law (3 credits) LAW-190 Criminal Procedural Law LAW-355 Selected Statutes (6 credits) This course covers the history of criminal (3 credits) This course focuses on the various statutes law, history and structure of the Criminal This is a course in Canadian law for front- I`ÔPJOVMÄJLYZHYLNV]LYULKPU[OLPY Code, the Constitution Act including the SPUL7VSPJLVMÄJLYZÔPJOMVJ\ZLZVU[OL day-to-day functions of law enforcement *HUHKPHU*OHY[LYVM9PNO[ZHUK-YLLKVTZ complexities of the Canadian Charter of personnel. The various statutes examined sources of interpretation, criminal 9PNO[ZHUK-YLLKVTZHZP[WLY[HPUZ[V include those under the Gaming and Liquor responsibility and common law and statute HUKPUÅ\LUJLZJHZLSH^JVTTVUSH^ (J[9LZPKLU[PHS;LUHUJ`(J[,U]PYVUTLU[ law defence practices. Not available for and various sources of statute law. Police Protection Enforcement Act, Mental Health supplemental. VMÄJLYZHYLPUZ[Y\J[LKPU[OLPU[LYWYL[H[PVU (J[;YHMÄJ:HML[`(J[HUK0TTPNYH[PVU and use of statute law, powers of arrest Act. Learners will also examine the various LAW-170 Correctional Law (3 credits) and detention, search and seizure and legal aspects associated with the enforcement of This course covers general aspects of processes used to compel/direct individuals these acts such as documental and report *HUHKPHUSH^HZP[HWWSPLZ[V[OLÄLSKVM ÔVHYLPUSH^M\SJ\Z[VK`7VSPJLVMÄJLYZ writing, court procedures and challenges corrections, as well as acts and regulations are also educated in the processes required HUK[OLPKLU[PÄJH[PVUVMJVTT\UP[`WHY[ULYZ ZWLJPÄJ[VJVYYLJ[PVUZ,_WLJ[H[PVUZVM to obtain warrants for arrest and search and agencies. correctional staff in light of the Charter of warrants of various types. Emphasis is 9PNO[ZHUK[OL*YPTPUHS*VKLHYLYL]PL^LK WSHJLKVU[OL*HUHKPHU*OHY[LYVM9PNO[Z (LPN) PRACTICAL NURSING ______together with the application of common and Freedoms, Criminal Code, Freedom JHZLSH^[VJVYYLJ[PVUZ:WLJPÄJSLNPZSH[PVU of Information and Privacy Act, Provincial LPN-115 Nursing Science I (6 credits) covered includes the Corrections and Offences Procedures Act, Youth Justice In this course, holistic nursing care *VUKP[PVUHS9LSLHZL(J[[OL7YPZVUHUK Act, Firearms Act, Police Act and the Law (developmental, psychological, sociocultural 9LMVYTH[VYPLZ(J[7YV]PUJPHS*VYYLJ[PVUZ ,UMVYJLTLU[9L]PL^)VHYK,X\P]HSLU[[V and spiritual) and skills are emphasized Act, FOIP and victim-related legislation. LAW-350. within the framework of the nursing process. Current legal issues in corrections will be Focus is on the principles underlying nursing explored. Not available for supplemental. LAW-265 Introduction to Environmental actions, health promotion and integration 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!3(> Law (3 credits) VMJVUJLW[ZMVYV[OLYJV\YZLZ*VYLX\PZP[L! This course includes sources of LPN-115L (lab component). LAW-175 Procedural Law (3 credits) environmental law, Canadian and global This course involves a brief look at statute, environmental issues, the legal system LPN-119 Nursing Science II (7 credits) case and common law pertaining to search and environmental protection, division This course focuses on the assessment, warrants. It also examines the law pertaining of powers and common law and the diagnosing, planning, implementing and to the processing of charges through the environment. The regulatory framework of evaluating nursing care for clients in a courts, including the procedure for getting environmental law will be discussed using JVU[PU\PUNJHYLLU]PYVUTLU[7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! witnesses to court with subpoenas. A large provincial and federal acts and legislation. 375375 *VYLX\PZP[L!375 3 portion of the course involves examination An overview of environmental legislation (lab component). VMJP[PaLUHUKWLHJLVMÄJLYWV^LYZVMHYYLZ[ including the Alberta Environmental HUKYLSLHZLWYVJLK\YLZ7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! Protection and Enhancement Act (EPEA), LPN-120 Clinical II - Long Term Care LAW-165. The Canadian Environmental Protection Act (5 credits) (CEPA), the Fisheries Act and the Canadian This experience in a continuing care setting LAW-180 Provincial & Federal Statutes Environmental Assessment Act (CEAA) will will allow students to apply theory and (3 credits) provide the regulatory framework for land skills from the classroom. The conceptual This course focuses on the application use planning and mitigation. Not available framework will be integrated into client of commonly used provincial and federal for supplemental. research and nursing practice, along with statutes. Police recruits will learn the the nursing process. The focus of this technical applications of provincial LAW-350 Laws and Statutes (6 credits) experience will be on developing health legislation such as the Gaming and Liquor This course focuses on the issues and assessment, medication delivery skills and (J[9LZPKLU[PHS;LUHUJ`(J[,U]PYVUTLU[HS complexities of the Canadian Charter of organization of activities of daily living and Protection Enforcement Act, Youth Tobacco 9PNO[ZHUK-YLLKVTZHUKOV^P[WLY[HPUZ[V JHYL7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!,5.*64 (J[;YHMÄJ:HML[`(J[HUK4LU[HS/LHS[O the sources of Canadian law. Types of law LPN-135, HTH-132, LPN-115, LPN-139, (J[7VSPJL6MÄJLYZHSZVSLHYU[OL[LJOUPJHS such as statutes law, common law and case 375*VYLX\PZP[L!375375 applications of federal legislation such as law are reviewed in addition to how these HTH-133, SOC-167. [OL0TTPNYH[PVU(J[/\THU9PNO[Z*YPTPUHS laws impact procedures such as arrest and Code, Controlled Drugs and Substances Act release, search and search warrants and LPN-124 Clinical I - Continuing Care and the Youth Justice Act. Additional topics court procedures. An emphasis will be given (1 credit) will include training in occupational health to the Youth Criminal Justice Act, Freedom This course is an introduction to continuing and safety related issues, including WHMIS, of Information and Privacy Protection Act care settings with opportunities to apply WCB claims, investigations and reports. (FOIP), Police Act and Firearms Act as well knowledge and assist clients with activities HZ[OL3H^,UMVYJLTLU[9L]PL^)VHYK of daily living. Equivalent to LAW-190.

164 Course Descriptions LPN 127 - MAS 140 www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca

LPN-127 Clinical IV - Acute Care LPN-140 Applied Pharmacology (MAN) MANUFACTURING ______(4 credits) (3 credits) This course focuses on the nursing needs of This course involves the application of MAN-241 Food Processing I (4 credits) clients throughout the life cycle in acute care knowledge of therapeutic drugs, their affects This course covers the fundamental settings. on the body, and nursing responsibilities THU\MHJ[\YPUNPZZ\LZZWLJPÄJ[V[OLMVVK when administering medications by industry. Topics may include basics of food LPN-128 Nursing Science III (5 credits) oral/enteral, percutaneous, subcutaneous microbiology and microbiology trouble- This course emphasizes holistic nursing care and intramuscular routes. Thirty hours of shooting, fundamentals of industrial hygiene, (developmental, psychological, sociocultural nursing skills are included in this course. food handling, plant sanitation and pest and spiritual) skills within the framework *VYLX\PZP[L!3753SHIJVTWVULU[ control. Not available for supplemental. of the nursing process. Focus is on the principles underlying nursing actions, or LPN-144 Community Care (3 credits) (MAS) MASSAGE THERAPY ______clients in the medical/surgical environment, This course focuses on meeting the needs and integration of concepts from other of clients in a variety of community settings. MAS-122 Practicum I (1 credit) courses. In the nursing skills lab, students This course reinforces the basic information use underlying theoretical principles to LPN-145 Mental Health (3 credits) taught in massage theory classes. The in- develop psychomotor nursing skills to This course focuses on the promotion of house clinic provides a professional setting provide safe, competent care for clients mental health, prevention and management in which to practice basic knowledge and requiring medical or surgical interventions. of mental disorders throughout the life cycle techniques, covering areas of draping, 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!,5.*64 within various health care settings. bolstering, positioning and turning clients. LPN-135, HTH-132, LPN-115, LPN-139, PU[YVK\J[PVU[VYLJVYKRLLWPUNÄSPUN LPN-124, LPN-140, HTH-133, LPN-119, LPN-146 Maternity Nursing (3 credits) systems and journal entries are taught. 375:6**VYLX\PZP[L!375 3 This course is an introduction to the needs -607HUKV[OLYJVUÄKLU[PHSP[`JVUJLYUZHYL (lab component). and nursing intervention of child-bearing covered. Body mechanics and personal families. Community resources and client safety issues are addressed and monitored LPN-129 Clinical III - Acute Care teaching are addressed. for both student and client. Students will (3 credits) begin to develop an ethical professionalism. This course involves a primary placement LPN-147 Pediatric Nursing (3 credits) All time will be spent on campus. in an acute care setting in the health This course is an introduction to the needs region, to focus on assessment and care and nursing interventions of child-rearing MAS-123 Practicum II (2 credits) of clients during periods of situational and families. Community resources and client This course reinforces the basic information developmental stress and health problems. teaching are addressed. gathered in the advanced massage course Students will be assigned to clients with and builds upon the basics. Students acute or chronic health issues in which LPN-148 Focused Practicum (3 credits) will learn correct terminology, identify their health status is relatively stable. The This course provides opportunities for musculature and locate skeletal landmarks. conceptual framework will be integrated into students to apply nursing knowledge and Knowledge will show assessments and client research and nursing practice, along skills of medication administration and treatment while rendering services to the ^P[O[OLU\YZPUNWYVJLZZ7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! [LHTSLHKPUN7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!,5. general public. Students develop skills in ENG-150, COM-162, LPN-135, HTH-132, COM-162, LPN-135, HTH-132, LPN-115, pathology, anatomy and physiology, while LPN-115, LPN-139, LPN-124, LPN-140, LPN-139, LPN-124, LPN-140, HTH-133, utilizing advanced techniques in massage. HTH-133, LPN-119, LPN-120, SOC-167. LPN-119, LPN-120, SOC-167, PSY-170, 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!4(: *VYLX\PZP[L!7:@375375 375375 375 375 LPN-145. MAS-130 Pathology (3 credits) LPN-149 Comprehensive Practicum This course provides students with the LPN-135 Anatomy/Physiology/ (4 credits) understanding of pathology as it relates Microbiology (6 credits) Preceptored experience provides the to basic structure and functioning of This course is an introduction to the opportunity to make the transition from a body systems. In detail study, the course normal structure and function of the Z[\KLU[[VHNYHK\H[LYVSL7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! examines pathology as it relates to massage human body according to body systems. ENG-150, COM-162, LPN-135, HTH-132, and painful tissues. Students will learn which It includes microbiology, an introduction to LPN-115, LPN-139, LPN-124, LPN-140, pathologies they can and cannot affect with microorganisms and their relationship to HTH-133, LPN-119, LPN-120, SOC-167, THZZHNL7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!)06 disease process. 7:@375375 375 LPN-145, HTH-134, LPN-127, LPN-146, MAS-140 Basic Massage (5 credits) LPN-139 Adult Health Assessment LPN-147, HTH-135. This course introduces students to (4 credits) practical massage techniques and theory. This course includes the application It includes physiological, psychological and of knowledge of anatomy, physiology mechanical effects of massage, indications and microbiology applied to the skill of and contraindications and introduction to completing an adult physical assessment. strokes. Work involves hands-on practice. At Forty hours of nursing skills lab is included. the end of the course, students will be able *VYLX\PZP[L!375 3SHIJVTWVULU[ to competently perform a full body massage. *VYLX\PZP[L!4(:3SHIJVTWVULU[ BIO-145.

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MAS-144 Contemporary Practices be addressed. Equivalent to MAS-126. 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!4(:*VYLX\PZP[L! (3 credits) 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!4(:*VYLX\PZP[L! 4(: 3SHIJVTWVULU[ Students will develop an understanding MAS-253L (lab component). of ethics; skills on how to maintain their MAS-259 Practicum IV (2 credits) physical health and strength through self- MAS-254 Special Populations (5 credits) 0U[OPZÄUHSWYHJ[PJ\TZ[\KLU[Z^PSSHWWS` care; how to professionally communicate Students will be Introduced to special therapeutic massage techniques to with their clients; the legal, medical and populations, i.e., infants, pre and postnatal clients in a clinical setting and will present insurance industries; ethics and other clients and seniors, and will complete a assessment data and treatment plans for contemporary issues massage therapists supervised research and study project along individual clients. Practicum placement and face in today’s competitive marketplace. with practical application. Body mechanics HKOVJL]LU[Z^PSS[HRLWSHJL7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! and massage techniques used in these MAS-255. MAS-145 Advanced Massage (4 credits) situations will be covered. Not available This course reviews the basics and moves for supplemental. Equivalent to MAS-121. MAS-260 Special Populations II (4 credits) on to explore greater depth of massage 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!4(:*VYLX\PZP[L! This course focuses on therapeutic massage treatment techniques and advanced strokes MAS-254L (lab component). for clients with special needs such as dealing with acute to chronic pathologies. It chronic disease conditions and disabilities. PU]VS]LZOHUKZVUWYHJ[PJL7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! MAS-255 Practicum III (2 credits) 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!4(:*VYLX\PZP[L! 4(:*VYLX\PZP[L!4(:3SHI In this practicum, the individual will MAS-260L (lab component).. component). demonstrate skills, competency and JVUÄKLUJLPUJVU[YHPUKPJH[PVUZ (MGT) MANAGEMENT______MAS-149 Massage Seminar (1 credit) communications and self-care, as well as This course involves lecture/seminars of a assessments and the treatment thereof. MGT-251 Events & Conference ZWLJPHSPaLKUH[\YLHZP[YLSH[LZ[V[OLÄLSK Practicum placement off-site will take place Management (4 credits) of massage. It may include such topics as here, as will many ad-hoc events. Equivalent This is a course in events and conference YLÅL_VSVN`ZWVY[ZHUKJYHUPVZHJYHS[OLYHW` [V4(:7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!4(: management including planning, meetings, trade show exhibits, special MAS-251 Massage Techniques I MAS-256 Sports Massage (4 credits) events, development of marketing plans, (4 credits) This course explores the theory and practice organization of convention sales, selling This course focuses the massage therapy of sports massage, including its history and to associations, corporations and other Z[\KLU[[VZWLJPÄJZVM[[PZZ\L[LJOUPX\LZ the role of the sports massage therapist. markets. Advertising, negotiations and practicing therapists use to resolve The indications and contraindications to contracts, admission systems and other pathologies and dysfunctions affecting different sports are addressed as well as services as well as convention billing and clients. Various advanced soft tissue ZWLJPÄJ[LJOUPX\LZWVZP[PVUPUNHUKWYL post convention review will be covered. techniques, such as trigger point, PNF HUKWVZ[L]LU[THZZHNL7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! Upon completion students are eligible stretching, spray and stretch, O/I, will be )06)06*VYLX\PZP[L!4(:3 to write the American Hotel and Lodging studied along with their application; students (lab component). (ZZVJPH[PVU*LY[PÄJH[PVU,_HT will be expected to be able to competently KLTVUZ[YH[L[OLT9LTLKPHSL_LYJPZLZ MAS-257 Massage Techniques II MGT-256 Restaurant & Lounge and stretches for client rehabilitation and (3 credits) Management (5 credits) their application for massage therapists; Massage Techniques II is designed Students will be taught the basics of body mechanics and how they affect the to reinforce and enhance techniques operating controls and service procedures therapist; and hydrotherapy techniques for Introduced in Massage Techniques I and for managing today’s fast-paced food clinical application and spa use will also introduce adjunct and complimentary industry. This course covers dining room be addressed. Equivalent to MAS-141. therapies. Students will design and safety, purchasing, inventory, managerial 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!4(:*VYLX\PZP[L! implement a rehabilitative/remedial exercise controls, and practical customer service. It MAS-251L (lab component). program for pathologies/dysfunctions they entails the physical mechanics of tending will face as practicing therapists; complete bar, including handling spirits and beer, MAS-253 Assessment for Massage I a research assignment on a complimentary and introduces wine service. Along with the (3 credits) discipline; and acquire additional techniques technical training, there is practical training Instruction will be given to equip students to be integrated into their massage routines. PU[OL.HYKLU*V\Y[9LZ[H\YHU[ with the skills to effectively interview a client ,X\P]HSLU[[V4(:7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! and perform a basic physical assessment. 4(:*VYLX\PZP[L!4(:3SHI MGT-257 Physical Facilities Management Students will learn gait, palpation, joint, component). (3 credits) nerve and muscle testing assessment This course introduces students to the techniques. Pathologies will be assessed, MAS-258 Assessment for Massage II management of physical facilities in the contraindications will be addressed, as (3 credits) hospitality industry. The course utilizes basic well as the special tests for each part of This course will continue and build upon design theory as a problem-solving process, the body. This course will deal with the the skills acquired in Assessment for which includes consideration of the physical, SV^LYL_[YLTP[PLZVM[OLIVK`!MVV[HUK Massage Therapists I. Students will review operational and functional requirements ankle, lower leg, knee, hip and lumbar the orthopedic assessment procedures and of various commercial hospitality space. spine. Interpretation of the information, then focus on the upper extremities. This Available for American Hotel and Lodging development of a care/treatment plan will include assessment and care/treatment (ZZVJPH[PVU*LY[PÄJH[PVU,_HT and documentation for communication plans of the wrist and hand, elbow, shoulder with other health care professionals will HUKJLY]PJHSZWPUL,X\P]HSLU[[V4(:

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MGT-265 Broadcast Management Issues (MKT) MARKETING ______MKT-160 Marketing/Research Essentials (2 credits) (5 credits) This course is a practical approach to the MKT-152 Commodity Marketing This overview course will introduce students legal, regulatory and management issues (3 credits) to fundamental concepts of marketing and involved in radio and television operations. This course is an overview of the alternatives market research. Learners will be offered Topics include Canadian legal pitfalls such available in the marketing of grains, a working knowledge of basic marketing as defamation, contempt, privacy, copyright oilseeds and livestock. Topics include theories and concepts, marketing research and censorship relevant to broadcasting. priced and un-priced marketing strategies, principles and marketing situational analysis. The course will also deal with labour and futures contracts, put and call options, the

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MKT-260 International Marketing are prompted to develop a retail strategy knowledge is applied to a practical (3 credits) following a strategic planning process that analysis of case material. Not available for This course is an understanding of can be applied to a retail location decision, Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!42; marketing strategy from a multinational how store space should be designed, and or international point of view, focusing on optimum ways to present merchandis for MKT-290 Marketing Research (5 credits) the world as the potential marketplace sale, including inventory management, This course covers the basic research rather than local or domestic economy. pricing, selling, and customer service. concepts and stages in the research Foreign nations are viewed both as sources 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!42; VY42; process and how they relate to decisions of new potential sales and as sources of HIV\[JVUK\J[PUNZWLJPÄJWYVQLJ[Z competition in the domestic market. The MKT-279 Applied Sales (3 credits) Students conduct hands-on research same basic marketing inputs and strategies This course covers the ability to handle studies for a variety of projects, giving can be used as successfully in widely people, the basis of leadership in all practical experience in designing surveys, different markets, provided they are adjusted endeavors. This ability is little more than conducting focus groups, observation in terms of environmental and cultural salesmanship under another name. It is research, interview research, Internet differences. The course broadly covers the the universal application of the principle research. Projects vary from term to term as environment for international marketing, VMZLSSPUN^OPJOQ\Z[PÄLZP[ZZ[\K`L]LU available. Not available for supplemental. marketing tools in international marketing, by those who never expect to become 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!42; and building international marketing salesmen, because it is the art of handling strategy. Topics such as free trade versus people and selling ideas to them. The course (MTH) MATH______WYV[LJ[PVUPZTHUK[YHKL^P[O7HJPÄJ9PT uses cases, research, presentation, micro JV\U[YPLZHYLKPZJ\ZZLK7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! sales situations and class discussion and MTH-040 Practical Math (5 credits) 42; involvement. Not available for supplemental. This course covers adding, subtracting, ,X\P]HSLU[[V*(77YLYLX\PZP[LZ! multiplying, and dividing one, two, and three MKT-270 Retail Administration (3 credits) 42; VY42; digit numbers; reading and writing numbers; This course covers department store money; and measurement. organization, consumer demand and its MKT-281 Marketing Logistics (3 credits) PKLU[PÄJH[PVUI\`PUN[LJOUPX\LZZ[VJR This course covers aspects of inventory, MTH-045 Practical Math (5 credits) assortment, methods of control, applied warehousing, transportation, purchasing, This course covers understanding of whole- software and hardware systems, promotion, packaging, and materials handling all within U\TILYJVUJLW[Z!HKKP[PVUZ\I[YHJ[PVU selling supervision and budgeting. A a framework of the marketing decisions in multiplication and division of whole numbers separate segment will deal with the these areas necessary to enhance customer and measurement skills. Decimals, graphing idiosyncrasies of the fashion industry and service in supply chain management. Field and some computations with decimals areas of marketing quickly spreading to what studies are utilized to provide practical are introduced. Effective problem-solving have traditionally been non-fashion items. examples of how these things really processes with practical applications are Other aspects to be covered include the work. Not available for supplemental. developed. trend to centralized operations, the support 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!42; divisions, as well as recent trends and their MTH-050 Practical Math (5 credits) impact on the retail scene. Not available for MKT-283 Advertising (5 credits) This course extends understanding of Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!42; This course covers advertising as an whole number concepts, problem-solving integral element of the marketing mix. strategies, and computation skills with MKT-275 E-Commerce (3 credits) Topics of study include the media, their whole numbers. Decimals, computations Learners taking this course will discover, particular advantages and limitations to the with decimals, equivalents and graphing are analyse and evaluate the electronic advertiser, the problems of originating and introduced. commerce methods used by businesses. placing advertising, budgeting and control The course will take a marketing perspective of advertising expense, and implications MTH-053 Mathematics Foundations and examine the Internet as a tool for of the social responsibility of advertisers. (7 credits) managers/owners. The evolution of the Not available for supplemental. Equivalent This course is a review of the mathematical Internet will be studied as a method of [V)<: 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!42; VY skills necessary to undertake further courses forecasting future changes. The course MKT-156. in mathematics. Topics include operations will be centred around discussing e- with whole numbers, integers, decimals, commerce strategies for marketing, sales, MKT-288 Marketing Management fractions, rational expressions and percents, communication, purchasing, logistics and (5 credits) metric measurement, geometry and support activities. Students will have access This course covers the nature and scope problem-solving strategies. to the Internet for learning and assignment of marketing management’s role in the purposes, but there will not be technical economy, marketing research, consumer MTH-055 Practical Math (5 credits) computer lab instruction. Not available for motivation, behaviour buying patterns, This course extends understanding of Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!42; the industrial market, product planning whole numbers, integers, rational numbers, and development, distribution channels decimals and fractions, percent and rates, MKT-277 Merchandise Administration (emphasis on retailers and wholesalers), metric measurement, geometry, graphing, (5 credits) the price system, personal selling and algebra, and use of the calculator. Effective This course analyses the Canadian retail advertising. The case study method is used problem solving strategies are developed. market by classifying retail structures, to analyse the problems and concepts considering its idiosyncrasies and concerned with the distribution of goods understanding the retail customer. Students from producers to consumers. Student

168 Course Descriptions MTH 060 - MTH 156 www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca

MTH-060 Mathematics (5 credits) MTH-085 Mathematics (5 credits) MTH-141 Math for Health Sciences This course covers preparation for This course requires a minimum score of (5 credits) Introductory algebra and includes solution WLYJLU[PU4;/VY VYLX\P]HSLU[ ;OPZJV\YZLPZZWLJPÄJHSS`MVYWYLHZZLZZLK of simple linear equations and inequalities, or placement testing. This course is a students intending to enter a program within basic manipulation with exponents. continuation of algebra and geometry from the Centre for Health Justice and Human MTH075 and includes factoring, systems of Services at Lethbridge College. It will MTH-062 Real World Math I (5 credits) equations, quadratic equations, operations provide students with a multidimensional, This is a general math concept course with radicals, rational expressions, rational contextual learning experience for designed for students who have exponents, graphing, and trigonometry on acquisition of pre-requisite content and skills L_WLYPLUJLKKPMÄJ\S[PLZPUWYL]PV\ZTH[O oblique triangles. in mathematics including concepts, terms, courses. Learning will be accomplished expressions, applications, equation, and through review, activities, and exercises. MTH-090 Mathematics (5 credits) problem-solving. Successful completion Concepts covered focus on ratio and This course requires a minimum score to the standard set by the program(s) proportion, geometry, measurement, VMWLYJLU[PU4;/ VY4;/ pre-requisite requirement will provide statistics and probability, algebra and or equivalent or placement testing. This VWWVY[\UP[`MVYLU[Y`PU[V[OLPKLU[PÄLK graphing. course covers radicals and exponents, program(s) in the Centre for Health Justice trigonometry, polynomials and functions, and Human Services. MTH-064 Real World Math II (5 credits) relations and graphing. This course will prepare students to MTH-145 Mathematical Transitions handle real-life mathematics applications, MTH-095 Mathematics (5 credits) (5 credits) thereby showing the importance of math This course requires a minimum score of ;OPZJV\YZLPZZWLJPÄJHSS`MVYWYLHZZLZZLK in daily life. Concepts covered focus on WLYJLU[PU4;/ VY4;/ VY students intending to enter a program work-related issues, such as calculating equivalent or placement testing. Topics within the Centre for Applied Management gross and net pay, income tax deductions, include functions; transformations; or the Centre for Agriculture, Trades & balancing chequing and savings accounts, polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, and Technologies. This transitional course is borrowing money, using credit, calculating trigonometric functions and analysis; focused on the review and development of transportation costs, and costs of conic sections, sequences, series and ZWLJPÄJ4H[O7\YLHUK4H[O(WWSPLK independent living. combinations. concepts and skills required for success PULHJOVM[OLPKLU[PÄLKWYVNYHTHYLHZ MTH-070 Mathematics (5 credits) MTH-097 Mathematics (5 credits) Successful completion to the standards set This course includes number systems, This course is an introduction to differential by the program(s) pre-requisite requirements polynomials and factoring, co-ordinate and integral calculus with practical will provide opportunity for entry into geometry, graphing, relations, and geometry. applications to distance, velocity and WYVNYHTZPU[OLPKLU[PÄLKHJHKLTPJJLU[YLZ It is recommended that students who do acceleration, maxima and minima, not score 60 percent in MTH060 take this sequences and limits, related rates, the MTH-149 Pre-Calculus (3 credits) course prior to MTH075. integral as an area, and volumes by This course is a quick, but extensive, review revolution. of high school algebra and trigonometry that MTH-075 Mathematics (5 credits) technology students need to be successful This course requires a minimum score of MTH-102 Basic Mathematics (3 credits) in Engineering calculus courses. Topics will 60 percent in MTH 060 or 070 or equivalent This course is for students who need to include arithmetic and basic algebra review or placement testing. Studies cover the upgrade their math skills before continuing a without a calculator, algebraic equations, basic techniques of algebra from operations non-mathematical program. It reviews whole functions and graphs, trigonometry, vectors, on rational numbers through equations numbers, the metric system, fractions, exponential and logarithmic functions, and and inequalities, factoring and algebraic decimals, percent and ratio, Introductory basic geometry. Equivalent to MTH-146. fractions. It includes basic geometry and algebra, and basic graphing. Not available trigonometry. for supplemental. MTH-152 Mathematics for CIT (3 credits) This course covers the basic mathematical MTH-080 Mathematics (5 credits) 4;/6MÄJL4H[O(WWSPJH[PVUZ calculations required for data processing. This course requires a minimum score of 60 (2 credits) Topics covered include binary, octal, percent in MTH070 or 075 or equivalent or This course will develop the mathematical hexadecimal arithmetic, sets, logic, Boolean placement testing. This course continues to ZRPSSZULLKLKI`HUVMÄJLHZZPZ[HU[;OPZ algebra, solution of equations by Gaussian explore algebra and geometry beyond the will be accomplished by presenting basic row reduction and matrix calculations. Not MTH 070 level. Topics include power and principles of mathematics and immediately H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L! radicals, algebra, linear equations, systems applying them to the solution of business MTH-152L (lab component). of equations, geometry and trigonometry. HUKWLYZVUHSÄUHUJPHSWYVISLTZ;OL applied functional approach of this course MTH-156 Techniques of Calculus zeros in on the real world and gets students (5 credits) to appreciate the math function in business. This course covers functions, limits, Not available for supplemental. KLYP]H[P]LZHUKL_[YLTLWYVISLTZKLÄUP[L integral, differentiation and integration of rational functions. Not available for supplemental examination.

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MTH-160 Calculus I (3 credits) (NAT) NATIVE AWARENESS______NSG-163 Nursing Practice I (7 credits) ;OPZPZH[LJOUPJHSTH[OJV\YZLZWLJPÄJHSS` ;OPZÄYZ[U\YZPUNWYHJ[PJLJV\YZLWYV]PKLZ suited to engineering technologists. NAT-151 Blackfoot Language I (3 credits) the foundation for developing therapeutic This course introduces probability and This is an elementary Blackfoot language and caring relationships with clients and descriptive statistics and provides a basic course in vocabulary and grammar with introduces concepts of health assessment understanding of differential calculus instruction in skills of listening, speaking, and basic nursing skills. Practice occurs in and its applications. Topics may include reading and a small amount of writing. The the context of healthy or stable individuals basic probability, frequency distributions, course also takes some Blackfoot culture across the lifespan in different cultural descriptive statistics, evaluating limits, into consideration. contexts and settings. discontinuous and continuous functions, [OLKLÄUP[PVUVMKLYP]H[P]LY\SLZMVY[HRPUN NAT-155 Native Cultural Awareness NSG-173 Nursing Practice II (7 credits) derivatives of certain types of functions (3 credits) This course includes physical health including algebraic, trigonometric, This Introductory course is designed for assessment techniques and the practice logarithmic and exponential functions, and students considering a career in human of basic nursing skills. Practice occurs in application questions including optimization services or any other occupation in which the context of healthy or stable individuals and rates of change. Not available for they will be interacting with Native people. It and families across the lifespan in supplemental. Equivalent to MTH-154. is intended to increase the student’s general different cultural contexts and settings. understanding of and sensitivity toward 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!5:.)06 MTH-165 Calculus II (3 credits) Native peoples and cultures. An overview ;OPZPZH[LJOUPJHSTH[OJV\YZLZWLJPÄJHSS` will familiarize students with major Native NSG-250 Health, Illness and Healing I suited to engineering technologists. It events and issues, which will help students (3 credits) includes a basic understanding of Integral gain a better understanding of Native/ This course provides an introduction to calculus and its applications along with non-Native relations. The broad scope of acute and chronic health challenges for an introduction to differential equations the subject matter in this course will be adults with varied cultural backgrounds and Taylor series. Topics may include the enhanced whenever possible by guest in diverse geographical settings. It KLÄUP[PVUVMPU[LNYH[PVUHUK[OLM\UKHTLU[HS speakers. integrates concepts of gerontology, health theorem of calculus, rules for integrating promotion, illness prevention, epidemiology, functions including algebraic, trigonometric, NAT-251 Blackfoot Language II (3 credits) pathophysiology, and therapeutics. logarithmic and exponential functions, and This course will continue with the 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!5:.5:. applications of integration including centers development of Blackfoot vocabulary BIO-160, BIO-161, ENG-190, NSG-155, VMTHZZ^VYRÅ\PKWYLZZ\YLHYLHZHUK and grammar and build on the foundation NSG-173, BIO-162, PSY-160, SOC-160. volumes. Topics in differential equations provided in Level 1. The course will focus TH`PUJS\KLZSVWLÄLSKZL_WVULU[PHSNYV^[O on the relationship of culture to language. NSG-255 Health, Illness and Healing II HUKKLJH`[YHQLJ[VYPLZHUKÅ\PKÅV^5V[ 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!5(; (3 credits) available for supplemental or challenge. This course focuses on the experiences ,X\P]HSLU[[V4;/ 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! (NSG) NURSING ______of child-bearing and child-rearing families MTH-160. with varied cultural backgrounds in diverse NSG-150 Concepts of Health I (3 credits) geographical settings. It integrates concepts MTH-351 Math for Games Programming This course provides an introduction of health promotion, illness prevention, (3 credits) to concepts of health and wellness for epidemiology, pathophysiology, and In this course, students will learn individuals and families, the role of the [OLYHWL\[PJZ7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!5:. mathematical skills that apply to game nurse, and the use of group process NSG-163, BIO-160, BIO-161, ENG-190, programming, including fundamentals of strategies to support self-directed learning. NSG-155, NSG-173, BIO-162, PSY-160, mathematics, algebra, physics simulations, *VYLX\PZP[L!5:. SOC-160. rendering and lighting, optimization, matrices and vectors. In addition, problem NSG-155 Concepts of Health II (3 credits) NSG-263 Nursing Practice III (12 credits) solving skills are fundamental skills in game This course provides an introduction to the This course teaches increasingly complex programming and will be reinforced through concepts of community and population nursing skills and provision of basic nursing labs and assignments. Not available for health, adult learning principles and care for clients with acute and chronic health Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!4;/ strategies, the relationship of evidence challenges across the lifespan, including to nursing practice, and strategies for child-bearing and child-rearing families. (MUS) MUSIC______individual contributions to effective group 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!5:.5:. process. This course continues to explore BIO-160, BIO-161, ENG-190, NSG-155, MUS-150 Music Appreciation (3 credits) concepts of health and wellness for NSG-173, BIO-162, PSY-160, SOC-160. This course is a general introduction PUKP]PK\HSZHUKMHTPSPLZ7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! to the art music of the western world. 5:.*VYLX\PZP[L!5:. Students will develop listening skills, a musical vocabulary, and some knowledge of prominent composers and their works in a historical context. Not available for supplemental.

170 Course Descriptions NSG 279 - OAA 220 www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca

NSG-279 Professional Seminar I NSG-375 Health, Illness and Healing IV NSG-394 Perioperative Practicum (3 credits) (3 credits) (3 credits) This course is an exploration and This course is a continuation of Nursing Under supervision of a preceptor, students examination of professional nursing practice Practice III with a focus on increasingly will have the opportunity to apply the skills concepts and issues. The focus will be on complex health challenges in a variety of and knowledge learned from previous historical and contemporary roles as well JSPUPJHSZL[[PUNZ7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!5:. JV\YZLZK\YPUNHOV\Y KH` as the ethical and legal responsibilities of *VYLX\PZP[L!5:.5:. working experience. Students will have the the registered nurse within the context of opportunity to gain basic knowledge of the nursing profession and the health care NSG-379 Professional Seminar II recovery room nursing. This practicum may system. Topics include the application of (3 credits) VJJ\YH[HS[LYUH[P]LZP[LZ7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! theory to practice, multidisciplinary health This course includes a continued integration NSG-390, NSG-391, NSG-392, NSG-393. care team issues, professional association and development of leadership concepts HUK\UPVUYVSLZ7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!5:. and multi-disciplinary health care team (OAA) OFFICE ADMINISTRATION ___ and one of NSG-250 or NSG-255. PZZ\LZ7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!5:.5:. *VYLX\PZP[L!5:.5:. 6((6MÄJL7YVJLK\YLZJYLKP[Z NSG-290 Applied Therapeutics (3 credits) In this course, students will learn to make This course provides an introduction to NSG-390 Standards of Perioperative decisions, organize information, schedule PU[LNYH[P]L[OLYHWL\[PJTVKHSP[PLZPUJS\KPUN! Nursing (5 credits) appointments, use proper telephone conventional (i.e., allopathic), alternative and This course introduces the student to the technique, coordinate business conferences, complementary therapies used in health specialty of perioperative nursing and handle procedures for travel arrangements, care and the pathophysiologic, psychologic, explores the perioperative experience of the create and format special documents, energetic, and spiritual basis for these patient and roles of the surgical team. prepare resumes and portfolios, learn therapies. The nurse’s role in promoting procedures for incoming and outgoing mail quality of life through appropriate use of NSG-391 Standards of Scrub Role and e-mail and gain an understanding of various treatment modalities and dealing (2 credits) [PTLTHUHNLTLU[HUKVMÄJLLYNVUVTPJZ with implications and effects is explored. In this course, the exploration of the Presentation of material provides practical 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!5:. perioperative role of the scrub nurse is experience simulating on-the-job PKLU[PÄLK7YPUJPWSLZVMHZLW[PJ[LJOUPX\L situations. Not available for supplemental. NSG-293 Nursing Practice IV (12 credits) care and handling of instruments and 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!2,@ In this course, students provide nursing care LX\PWTLU[^PSSILKPZJ\ZZLK7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! for clients with acute and chronic health NSG-390. OAA-145 Electronic Transcription challenges across the lifespan, including (3 credits) child-bearing and child-rearing families. NSG-392 Standards of Circulating Role In this course, students will learn the 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!5:.5:. (2 credits) technical skill of transcribing documents. BIO-160, BIO-161, ENG-190, NSG-155, The focus of this course is the exploration They will learn how to co-ordinate the NSG-173, BIO-162 PSY-160, SOC-160, of the perioperative role of the circulating skills of listening, following directions, NSG-263, NSG-290. nurse. Anesthesia effects, assessments, and strengthening their English language communication skills required and skills by practicing punctuation, spelling, NSG-360 Health, Illness & Healing III responsibilities of the circulation nurse to the grammar, vocabulary, editing and (3 credits) patient and surgical team will be discussed. proofreading. Students will learn to use This course focuses on synthesis of core 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!5:. 5:. YLMLYLUJLIVVRZX\PJRS`HUKLMÄJPLU[S`HUK concepts essential to holistic care of [VKL]LSVWHÄYZ[[PTLJVYYLJ[[LJOUPX\LPU clients with common health challenges. NSG-393 Implementation of Standards completing their documents. Not available 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!5:.5:. (6 credits) MVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!2,@ NSG-290 ,PSY-170, NSG-255, NSG-279, This course builds on knowledge from the 5:. )06*VYLX\PZP[L!5:. previous courses and students are given OAA-148 Records Management (2 credits) the opportunity to apply their skills and This course is designed to prepare students NSG-361 Nursing Practice IX (14 credits) knowledge to the surgical setting under [VTHPU[HPUYLJVYKZPU[OLVMÄJL:[\KLU[Z This course is a continuation of Nursing the direction and supervision of a clinical will practice alphabetic, subject, numeric Practice IV and focuses on increasingly instructor. Students must successfully HUKNLVNYHWOPJJSHZZPÄJH[PVUZ`Z[LTZHUK complex health challenges in a variety complete all pre-requisite courses in LSLJ[YVUPJÄSLTHUHNLTLU[5V[H]HPSHISLMVY of institutional health case settings. order to enrol in the clinical experience. supplemental. Equivalent to OAA-140. 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!5:.5:. 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!5:. 5:. NSG-290, PSY-170, NSG-255, NSG-279, NSG-392. OAA-220 Notetaking (3 credits) 5:. )06*VYLX\PZP[L!5:. This course teaches an alphabetical speed writing system to enable students NSG-374 Nursing Practice X (19 credits) to take minutes, messages, class notes, ;OPZÄUHSWYHJ[PJ\TJV\YZLMVJ\ZLZVU etc. accurately and quickly. It can also the transition from student to beginning be used as a speed builder refresher for practitioner. It includes a combination those students who have already acquired of supervised and preceptored clinical a speedwriting system. Not available for experiences in institutional health care Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!2,@ ZL[[PUNZ7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!5:. *VYLX\PZP[L!5:.5:.

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6((4LKPJHS6MÄJL7YVJLK\YLZ ORG-251 Entrepreneurship/Small PAT-266 Pattern Drafting II (6 credits) (5 credits) Business Management This course applies the theory of two- This course covers the knowledge and (3 credits) dimensional drafting to full-scale projects. ZRPSSZYLX\PYLK[V^VYRPUHTLKPJHSVMÄJL This course is designed to introduce Students will develop original ideas environment. The course content provides students to the organization and encompassing different types of apparel. theory as well as hands-on practice in order management of small businesses, An introduction to draping on a three- to competently perform business functions whether an independent operation or dimensional form is also covered. Not YLSH[LK[V[OLTLKPJHSVMÄJL;VWPJZ[V a component of a larger organization. available for supplemental. Equivalent to be covered include medical terminology; Topics will include small business -+47YLYLX\PZP[LZ!7(; Alberta Health Care billing and out-of- management, legal requirements, starting province billing; communication skills; legal a business, contracting of services, PAT-267 Computer Pattern Drafting I aspects; records management; record ÄUHUJPHSYLX\PYLTLU[ZWLYZVUULSPZZ\LZ (3 credits) keeping; and a look at the different branches and common problems. The skills and This course is a basic introduction to VMTLKPJPUL7SLHZLUV[L!:[\KLU[ZT\Z[IL knowledge covered in this course are computerized pattern drafting and its familiar with Microsoft Word. Not available common to all type of business operations, applications. Computerized pattern drafting for supplemental. from multimedia to retail to construction to systems are used to develop block patterns e-commerce sites. as well as to alter stock patterns. Concepts 6((3LNHS6MÄJL7YVJLK\YLZ of basic computer grading are included. (5 credits) ORG-254 Public Relations (3 credits) Emphasis is on use for garment and sewn This course is intended for administrative This course deals with the development product manufacturers. Not available for assistants who wish to work in the legal and delivery of an effective public Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!7(; ÄLSK;OLPYM\UJ[PVUPZ]P[HS[V[OLZ\JJLZZM\S relations strategy for an organization. law practice. The role demands a high The course addresses the development PAT-275 Computer Pattern Drafting II degree of knowledge, accuracy and and maintenance of public support. (3 credits) professionalism. This course will focus on :WLJPÄJ[VWPJZPUJS\KLYLW\[H[PVUI\PSKPUN This course introduces students to NLULYHSÄSLTHUHNLTLU[^P[OPUHSH^ÄYT strategies, key publics, advertising, media advanced applications and customization ^P[OHZWLJPÄJL_HTPUH[PVUVMZP_HYLHZ relations, handling of complaints, public techniques applicable to computerized VMWYHJ[PJLHZMVSSV^Z!*YPTPUHS3H^*P]PS designation, developing news releases, and pattern drafting. This will include the use of Litigation, Family and Matrimonial, Wills use of audio-visual equipment. Successful three-dimensional techniques. Not available and Estates, Conveyancing, and Corporate. Z[\KLU[ZTH`ILLSPNPISLMVYJLY[PÄJH[PVUPU MVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!7(; 7SLHZLUV[L!:[\KLU[ZT\Z[ILMHTPSPHY the Service Best Program. with Microsoft Word. Not available for (PCA) PERSONAL CARE AIDE ______supplemental. ORG-262 Organizational Fund Raising (3 credits) PCA-147 Household Management OAA-240 Meeting & Conference Planning This course will focus on proven best (4 credits) (3 credits) practice methods for fund development This course covers the necessary skills of The focus of this course will be to provide management. It provides the opportunity household management, time management, opportunities for students to apply hands-on to develop, apply and evaluate a fund money management, household cleaning administrative and organizational skills to development plan through proven tools and scheduling, laundering, menu planning, the planning, organizing, and implementing and techniques. Areas of study include meal preparation, food shopping and of successful meetings and conferences. planning, marketing, budgeting, donor community awareness, leisure recreation The emphasis will be on identifying development, fundraising techniques, ethics services, community services e.g. handibus priorities, assigning time lines, developing and professionalism and continuous quality and supports. The addition of a Food Safe a master plan and preparing all necessary improvement in fund development planning. course will provide for sanitation and food documents. Not available for supplemental. handling awareness. Not available for 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!)<: (PAT) PATTERN MAKING ______supplemental. Equivalent to PCA-146.

(ORG) ORGANIZATION ______PAT-265 Pattern Drafting I (6 credits) PCA-148 Practicum (3 credits) This course is the theoretical study of basic This course is full-time work experience 69. 6MÄJL+`UHTPJZJYLKP[Z WYPUJPWSLZVMÅH[WH[[LYUTHRPUN\ZPUN[OL for 240 hours (6 weeks) in an institution or In this course, students will learn the two-dimensional method of apparel design. community setting to practice and further importance of making a positive contribution Students will also study standard and develop skills acquired in the program to the organization through the development J\Z[VTZPaPUNHUKÄ[[PUN^P[OHULTWOHZPZ to meet the needs of the client. Graded of team-working skills, problem-solving on accuracy. Not available for supplemental. *95*95V[H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS HUKJVUÅPJ[YLZVS\[PVU;OLZ[\KLU[Z^PSS ,X\P]HSLU[[V-+4*VYLX\PZP[L! 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!*64,5. also recognize the qualities needed to be PAT-265L (lab component). FAD-150, PCA-147, PCA-164 and one of effective administrative assistants and their PCA-165, PSY-140. place in the organizational structure of the business.

172 Course Descriptions PCA 164 - PED 173 www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca

PCA-164 Health Maintenance I (5 credits) The student will be challenged to improve will learn a safe approach to basic throws, This course is an introduction to the general OPZOLYV]LYHSSÄ[ULZZSL]LS[OYV\NOH breakfalls, grappling techniques, improved practice of health maintenance and health ]HYPL[`VMÄ[ULZZ[YHPUPUNHJ[P]P[PLZ;OLYL WO`ZPJHSÄ[ULZZHUKJVTIH[P]LH^HYLULZZ care needs of all people. The concepts is an emphasis on wellness and lifestyle Not available for supplemental. of good physical and mental health are TVKPÄJH[PVUZHZ^LSSHZ[LHTI\PSKPUNPUHU Introduced and fundamental procedures to enjoyable exercise climate. Not available for PED-162 Leisure Activities & Sports maintain health including nutrition, asepsis, supplemental. (3 credits) simple pharmacology and activation are This course focuses on a variety of discussed. Some basic nursing theory PED-155 Applied Anatomy & Kinesiology indoor and outdoor activities that will be is introduced. Students are instructed (6 credits) used as a means of improving students’ in methods of providing assistance for This course is an introduction to human WLYZVUHSÄ[ULZZSL]LSZ:[\KLU[Z^PSS personal care with an emphasis on its safe anatomy and physiology. It also introduces gain an appreciation and understanding delivery. The role of the personal care/home students to biomechanics. Not available for of the importance of physical activity, care worker with the health care system is Z\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L!7,+3SHI sports skills and other lifestyle behaviours discussed with emphasis on being a team component). YLSH[LK[VÄ[ULZZ[VWPJZ5V[H]HPSHISLMVY member. Not available for supplemental. supplemental. Equivalent to PCA-160. PED-157 Health, Wellness and Fitness (3 credits) PED-170 Volleyball (3 credits) PCA-165 Health Maintenance II (4 credits) This course is designed for students This course introduces students to the This course enables students to practice the WSHUUPUN[VLU[LY[OLÄLSKVM*VYYLJ[PVUZ fundamentals of volleyball, as well as skills learned in Health Maintenance I in both The primary goal of this course is to planning and conducting principles, which laboratory and clinical environments. Graded enhance the learner’s awareness of lifestyle are used in training sessions. Development *95*95V[H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS activities and practices which will enable of basic skills, strategies, offensive and ,X\P]HSLU[[V7*(7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! them to remain healthy throughout their defensive team play, and rules will be PCA-164. careers. Topics to be covered will include emphasized. Successful completion of this wellness and exercise, components of course will provide students an opportunity (PED) PHYSICAL EDUCATION ______Ä[ULZZU\[YP[PVU^LPNO[THUHNLTLU[ [VYLJLP]LJLY[PÄJH[PVU^P[O[OL5H[PVUHS stress management, and cardiovascular *VHJOPUN*LY[PÄJH[PVU7YVNYHT5**7 PED-123 Academic Success Athletics I health. Physical wellness will be achieved Service learning opportunity may be (3 credits) [OYV\NOH]HYPL[`VMÄ[ULZZHJ[P]P[PLZ available. This course provides recognition for the Knowledge gained will be incorporated into learning and experiences gained and the a personalized exercise program. Exposure PED-172 Latin/Hip Hop/Swing Dance WO`ZPJHSJVUKP[PVUPUNPU]VS]LK56;,! to relevant employment testing will be (3 credits) Students with credit in ATH-103 will not included. This course focuses on the development receive credit for PED-123. of Introductory skills, fundamental steps, PED-158 Practicum I (3 credits) patterns and techniques of dances (such as PED-133 Academic Success Athletics II ;OPZÄYZ[`LHYWYHJ[PJ\TJV\YZLWYV]PKLZ[OL Merengue, Salsa, and Cumbia), variations (3 credits) student with an on-site learning experience, of the Swing/Jive and other selected social This course provides recognition for ^VYRPUNJSVZLS`^P[O[OLÄ[ULZZZWVY[ dances. The Hip Hop portion of the course advanced learning and experiences gained wellness industry and schools in a personal will focus on the development of skills, and the physical conditioning involved. Ä[ULZZ[YHPUPUNZL[[PUN;OLSLHYULY^PSS exploration of movement fundamentals 56;,!:[\KLU[Z^P[OJYLKP[PU(;/ observe, participate and evaluate applied and the creation of dance choreographies. 103 will not receive credit for PED-133. skills, content and personal experiences The historical background of each dance 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!7,+ H[[^VZLWHYH[LWSHJPUNZPLHWYVÄ[HUK style will also be taught. Not available for HUVUWYVÄ[VYNHUPaH[PVU5V[H]HPSHISLMVY supplemental. PED-150 Exercise and Healthful Living supplemental. (3 credits) PED-173 Basketball (3 credits) This course is designed to give students PED-160 Weight Training and Exercise This course introduces students to the an opportunity to experience a variety of (3 credits) fundamentals of basketball, as well as WO`ZPJHSÄ[ULZZHJ[P]P[PLZ\ZLKHZHTLHUZ This course focuses on developing planning and conducting principles used VMPTWYV]PUN[OLPYWLYZVUHSÄ[ULZZSL]LSZ WLYZVUHSPaLKÄ[ULZZ[OYV\NO^LPNO[ in training sessions. Development of basic Students will be taught a proper approach to training. Students will learn how to use skills, strategies, physical conditioning, PTWYV]LKJHYKPV]HZJ\SHYÄ[ULZZ^OPJO^PSS free weights, machines and other forms of offensive and defensive team play and be implemented into a personalized exercise resistance training. They will develop their the rules will be emphasized. Through program. Additional health-related topics individual training program through areas of WHY[PJPWH[PVUZ[\KLU[Z^PSSÄUL[\UL[OLPY will be covered to encourage students WYVNYLZZP]LYLZPZ[HUJLTL[OVKZÅL_PIPSP[` technical skills and develop their teaching toward a healthier lifestyle. Not available for nutrition, safe and functional strength and coaching skills. Successful completion supplemental. training techniques and exercise routines. of this course will provide students an Not available for supplemental. VWWVY[\UP[`[VYLJLP]LJLY[PÄJH[PVU^P[O[OL PED-153 Training/Personalized Fitness PED-161 Judo Level I (3 credits) 5H[PVUHS*VHJOPUN*LY[PÄJH[PVU7YVNYHT (3 credits) This self-defence course will emphasize (NCCP). Not available for supplemental. This course serves as a preparation for Judo instruction in dealing with evasion from Service Learning opportunity may be subsequent physical activity courses or attacks and various control techniques while available. for physically demanding professions. standing or on the ground. The student

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PED-174 Soccer (3 credits) PED-250 Defence and Tactics (3 credits) PED-256 Athletic Injury/Rehabilitation This course introduces students to the This course provides instruction in (3 credits) fundamentals of soccer, as well as planning defence and control tactics and restraining This course will introduce students and conducting principles used in training techniques relating to the correctional to concepts of therapeutic modalities sessions. Development of basic skills, environment. Students will be required to MVYÄ[ULZZHUKZWVY[YLSH[LKPUQ\YPLZ strategies, offensive and defensive team THPU[HPUWO`ZPJHSÄ[ULZZHZHULJLZZHY` assessment techniques, and functional play, and rules will be emphasized. Through condition for application of tactics. Obstacle rehabilitation procedures. Taping and WHY[PJPWH[PVUZ[\KLU[Z^PSSÄUL[\UL[OLPY course training and testing will be provided. basic massage will also be covered. Not technical skills and develop their teaching Not available for supplemental. available for supplemental. Service Learning and coaching skills. Successful completion VWWVY[\UP[`TH`ILH]HPSHISL7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! of this course will provide students an PED-251 Self Defence and Fitness BIO-160. VWWVY[\UP[`[VYLJLP]LJLY[PÄJH[PVU^P[O[OL (3 credits) 5H[PVUHS*VHJOPUN*LY[PÄJH[PVU7YVNYHT This course is designed to introduce self- PED-257 Therapeutic Exercise (3 credits) (NCCP). Not available for supplemental. defence tactics to the Criminal Justice This course will discuss principles of Service Learning opportunity may be Policing students and Conservation therapeutic exercise to treat the injured available. Enforcement students. A variety of control physically active person, to facilitate tactics that may be necessary in various enhanced recovery and to ensure a PED-180 Coaching Theory (3 credits) community enforcement agencies will safe return to activity. This course will ;OPZºPU[YVK\J[PVU[VJVTWL[P[PVU»JV\YZL IL[H\NO[(Ä[ULZZJVTWVULU[^PSSIL incorporate lecture, demonstration and examines the theoretical aspects of incorporated into the self-defence training laboratory experience to instruct principles coaching which can be applied to any (i.e. obstacle course training, running of therapeutic exercise. Students will be sport. Part A focuses on planning a practice and resistance training). Not available for taught different types of stretches and and part B focuses on designing a sport supplemental. the rationale for stretching. Therapeutic program. Topics to be covered include exercise principles and practices related introduction to coaching, ethical coaching, PED-252 Current Trends in Fitness to patient treatment will include stretching, practice planning, nutrition, teaching and (3 credits) proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation, learning, sport program design and mental This course will develop the student’s and exercise equipment. Students will preparation. Successful completion of this \UKLYZ[HUKPUNVMOV^[OLÄ[ULZZPUK\Z[Y` develop detailed programs related to each course will provide students an opportunity PZPUÅ\LUJLKI`[YLUKZHUK^PSSWYV]PKL stretch/therapeutic exercise. Equivalent to [VYLJLP]LJLY[PÄJH[PVU^P[O[OL5H[PVUHS students with the tools to stay informed as 7,+7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!)06)06 *VHJOPUN*LY[PÄJH[PVU7YVNYHT5**75V[ the trends change. Topics include past and *VYLX\PZP[L!7,+3SHIJVTWVULU[ available for supplemental. current trends, client centered approach to personal training, body-mind-spirit PED-258 Practicum II (3 credits) PED-181 Resistance/Fitness Leadership image and exercise adherence. Job related This second-year course is a continuation (3 credits) issues such as professionalism, liability, of the practicum experience the student This course focuses on developing ethics and the client referral process will completed in Practicum I. The learner will professional accreditation through the also be covered. The student’s creative, apply skills, knowledge and techniques Alberta Fitness Leadership Association analytical and research skills will be [OYV\NO]HYPV\ZÄ[ULZZTVK\SLZHJX\PYLK (-3*(PU[^VHYLHZ!-P[ULZZ;OLVY` challenged through various assignments, from several second-year courses relating *VTWVULU[OV\YZHUK9LZPZ[HUJL class discussions and debates. The student to exercise prescription and individual/team ;YHPUPUN3LHKLY:WLJPHS[` OV\YZ;OL will also gain practical experience with WYVNYHTKLZPNUMVY[OLÄ[ULZZHUKZWVY[Z training theory from these two components many of the current trends found in the industry. Not available for supplemental. will provide the learner with specialty skills Ä[ULZZPUK\Z[Y`[VKH`5V[H]HPSHISLMVY 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!7,+ and knowledge to give personal training Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!7,+ advice and instruction in a resistance/ PED-259 Exercise Program Design weightroom environment. Successful PED-255 Exercise Physiology (3 credits) (3 credits) completion of the practical component, This course develops the student’s This theoretical course will develop /LHY[ZH]LY*79HUKWYV]PUJPHSL_HTZ^PSS understanding of how the body’s students exercise prescription skills. JLY[PM`[OLZ[\KLU[HZHÄ[ULZZSLHKLYI` physiological systems function during Training principles, exercise physiology the Alberta Provincial Fitness Unit. Service exercise and how these systems adapt and exercise psychology will be applied to Learning opportunity may be available. Not [VWO`ZPJHS[YHPUPUN;OLPUÅ\LUJLZVM designing personalized and group exercise H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! environment, nutrition, age and gender programs. Students will explore various PED-160. on exercise performance will also be exercise options to ensure client needs discussed. Not available for supplemental. and goals are met. Exercise guidelines for PED-185 Kickboxing and Fitness 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!)06)06 general and special populations will be (3 credits) utilized by students in their assignments. This course introduces students to Documentation, professionalism and combative body movements including monitoring will also be discussed. Not punches, kicks, elbows, knees, and H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! self-defence skills. Students will develop BIO-160, BIO-161. cardiovascular and muscular conditioning, ÅL_PIPSP[`HNPSP[`HUKTLU[HS[V\NOULZZPU [OPZNYV^PUNZWVY[HUKÄ[ULZZTVKHSP[`5V[ available for challenge or supplemental.

174 Course Descriptions PED 260 - PHY 095 www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca

PED-260 Biomechanics/Applied PGM-152 Golf Skills (2 credits) PGM-335 Food & Beverage Kinesiology (3 credits) This course is an introduction to the Management II (2 credits) This course will introduce students to the scoring game. Students will gain a basic This course is a continuation of PGM study of biomechanics and its application to understanding of how players score in 330, Food and Beverage Management human movement analysis. Topics include golf, the basic fundamentals of the short 0,TWOHZPZPZWSHJLKVU[OLÄUHUJPHS angular and linear kinematics and kinetics of game, an evaluation of how your short management in the food and beverage TV]LTLU[LX\PSPIYP\THUKÅ\PKTLJOHUPJZ game compares to better players and in department of public and private golf This course will develop students’ introduction to psychology. JV\YZLZKL[HPSLKHJJV\U[PUNMVYWYVÄ[IYLHR knowledge of identifying and correcting L]LUHUKSVZZ,X\P]HSLU[[V7.4 faults in sport and exercise movement for PGM-160 Golf Management I (3 credits) the purpose of performance improvement This course is an introduction to club repair. PGM-340 Golf Management VI (2 credits) and safety. Not available for supplemental. Each student will be familiar with golf club Students will learn the requirements to 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!)06 ZWLJPÄJH[PVUZ*VYLX\PZP[L!7.43SHI ILJVTLHM\SS`X\HSPÄLKTLTILYVM[OL component). CPGA. This class will prepare students for PED-265 Fitness Assessment (3 credits) the Class A CPGA entrance exam. Careful This course will develop the student’s PGM-161 Golf Management II (2 credits) consideration and training will be given Ä[ULZZHZZLZZTLU[ZRPSSZHZYLX\PYLKI`[OL ;OPZJV\YZLMVJ\ZLZVU[OYLLRL`HZWLJ[Z! to ensure graduates are fully prepared to Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology back shops, introduction to rules and successfully seek out and secure quality *LY[PÄLK7LYZVUHS;YHPULYJLY[PÄJH[PVU careers, and orientation to CPGA. positions in the golf industry. Practical Fitness assessment protocols designed for application during study will involve special populations such as older adults PGM-162 Golf Management III (2 credits) participation in the APGA buying show. will also be covered. Not available for This course is an introduction to Equivalent to PGM-261. Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!)06 understanding the golf swing and applying it *VYLX\PZP[L!7,+ effectively through the use of a standardized PGM-345 Golf Management VII (2 credits) method to the many different golf swings This course deals with studying elite PED-271 Advanced Conditioning that instructors encounter. players and assessing their similarities and (3 credits) differences. From this model, a coaching This course will provide opportunities for PGM-240 Internship II (3 credits) philosophy is developed and implemented Z[\KLU[Z[VKL]LSVW[OLPYWLYZVUHSÄ[ULZZ This course provides the opportunity to in the form of a coaching plan. This plan athletic abilities and performance. Students practice many of the theoretical concepts will have foundations from psychology will develop theoretical and practical Z[\KPLKPU[OLÄYZ[`LHYVM[OL7YVMLZZPVUHS and kinesthetic application. Coaching will experience in designing and instructing Golf Management program. Emphasis is include not only playability but also effective high intensity workouts. Safety concerns, given to the areas of study listed under the execution of practice strategies. Equivalent exercise equipment, techniques and JVU[LU[PUWHY[PJ\SHY!JS\IÄ[[PUNYLWHPY to PGM-262. prescription will be covered. Students will construction, renovation and back shop also gain skills in designing periodization operation. (PHY) PHYSICS ______plans for both individual and team sports. Not available for supplemental. PGM-263 Golf Management IV (3 credits) PHY-075 Physics 075 (5 credits) 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!7,+7,+ This class introduces the students to the This course begins with a general 7,+ *VYLX\PZP[L!7,+ Y\SLZVMNVSMHUKPZ]P[HSMVY[OLPYJOVZLUÄLSK introduction to basic science tools such as as golf professionals. L_WVULU[ZZJPLU[PÄJUV[H[PVU[OL:0TL[YPJ PED-282 Judo Level II (3 credits) system, handling formulas and graphing This course is designed to teach students PGM-264 Golf Management V (3 credits) [LJOUPX\LZ:VTLZWLJPÄJWO`ZPJZ[VWPJZ HOPNOLYSL]LSVMÄ[ULZZHUKHUPUJYLHZLK Students will learn the intricacies of junior include uniform motion and acceleration, level of grappling techniques. The basic leadership, group dynamics, and learning work, energy, simple machines and heat. WYPUJPWSLZVM1\KV:LPY`VR\ALU`V styles. Careful consideration and training will TH_PT\TLMÄJPLUJ`TH_PT\TLMMVY[1P[H ensure students are well prepared for any PHY-085 Physics 085 (5 credits) 2P\VLPT\[\HS^LSMHYLHUKILULÄ[^PSS opportunities that may be present in all golf This course expands on the topics progress from Judo Level I. Not available for group environments, with special attention Introduced in PHY 075. Newton’s laws of supplemental. given to junior development. motion, including their vector nature, are introduced, followed by a discussion of (PGM) PROFESSIONAL GOLF PGM-320 Turf Management (2 credits) motion in two dimensions and gravity. The MANAGEMENT ______This course covers the basic concepts of second section of the course looks at waves general course maintenance. The course will in general and then uses sound and light as PGM-140 Internship I (3 credits) outline general information regarding greens ZWLJPÄJL_HTWSLZVM^H]LWYVWLY[PLZ This course includes the opportunity to and fairways. A special emphasis is on practice many of the theoretical concepts mowing. Equivalent to PGM-156. PHY-095 Physics 095 (5 credits) Z[\KPLKPU[OLÄYZ[`LHYVM[OL7YVMLZZPVUHS This course deals with mechanics Golf Management program. Emphasis is PGM-330 Food & Beverage (gravitation and momentum), static and given to the areas of study listed under the Management I (2 credits) J\YYLU[LSLJ[YPJP[`THNUL[PJÄLSKZHUK This course provides students with a JVU[LU[PUWHY[PJ\SHY!JS\IÄ[[PUNYLWHPY electromagnetic induction, properties of the construction, renovation and back shop philosophy for the management of the food electron, atom and nucleus. operation. and beverage operation in public and private NVSMJV\YZLZ,X\P]HSLU[[V7.4

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PHY-143 Applied Physics (3 credits) 73;>LLK0KLU[PÄJH[PVUJYLKP[Z PRS-172 Effective Presentation & Speech Physics concepts in this course will ;OPZJV\YZLJV]LYZ[OLJSHZZPÄJH[PVU (3 credits) be applied to practical topics found in HUKPKLU[PÄJH[PVUVM^LLKZJVTTVU[V This course covers writing personal and engineering applications. Topics include Western Canada. Non-chemical control of performance objectives and lesson plans one and two dimensional kinematics, weeds is included, along with a preliminary together with their effective presentation vectors, work and energy, simple machines, introduction to chemical weed control. I`\ZLVM]LYIHSHUK]PZ\HSHPKZ9LWLH[LK LMÄJPLUJ`^H]LHUK]PIYH[PVUHZHWWSPLK ,X\P]HSLU[[V(.97YLYLX\PZP[LZ! practical sessions develop techniques in survey and remote sensing, and an PLT-152. of delivery, questioning techniques, PU[YVK\J[PVU[VÅ\PKTLJOHUPJZ5V[ methodology of presentation and the available for supplemental. Equivalent to PLT-262 Field Crops (4 credits) theories of learning and instruction, to PHY-153. This course covers different methods of enhance the student’s ability to function in growing wheat, barley, oats, rye, triticale, a criminal justice environment. Equivalent to (PLT) PLANT SCIENCE ______JHUVSHT\Z[HYKÅH_HUKZ\UÅV^LY CJP-172. New improved varieties and hybrids will PLT-150 Pasture and Forage Production be discussed, as well as weed control, PRS-173 Announcing/Public Speaking (3 credits) crop insects and disease, and methods (3 credits) This course is a comprehensive introduction of harvesting, storing, and marketing. This course prepares students for working to the production and management of ,X\P]HSLU[[V(.9 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! with their voice in radio, and includes pasture and forage crops. Students will 73;994 exercises in voice and diction. Students will learn the agronomy of different species also learn and practise the extemporaneous of forages grown in Western Canada and PLT-263 Pesticide Application (4 credits) approach to public speaking with the OV^[VTHUHNLHUKTHYRL[[OLTMVYWYVÄ[ This course prepares the learner to basic objective to develop skills in oral Topics include the production and marketing ^YP[L[OL(SILY[H*LY[PÄLK7LZ[PJPKL communication and presentations. of forage seed; management decisions that Applicators License Examination. The affect the quality (and price) of irrigated course includes basic information about (PSC) POLITICAL SCIENCE______and dryland forages for the export market; pesticide regulations and safe, effective the use of domesticated and native forage pesticide use, federal and provincial PSC-150 Local Government (3 credits) species for conservation and reclamation; pesticide regulations and guidelines. This course provides students with an and the advantageous use of forages in Topics include insect biology, insecticides, introduction to politics at the local level rotation with other crops and in organic weed biology, herbicides, microorganisms, including the local political process, public farming technologies. fungi, fungicides, equipment calibration policy formulation and public opinion. calculations, industrial vegetation, and pests Municipal political and governmental PLT-152 Introduction to Botany (4 credits) of trees, shrubs, and turf. Upon completion institutions will be examined within the This course is an introduction to plants of this course, the learner may apply to write context of intergovernmental relations and and plant-like organisms. It includes the the licensing examination. the Canadian federal system of government. study of morphological, anatomical, and Not available for supplemental. physiological characteristics of plants, as (PRS) PRESENTATIONS ______well as an examination of the ecological role of plants in the environment. The PRS-155 Speech (3 credits) emphasis in Introductory botany will be to Students will learn and practice the provide students with an understanding of extemporaneous approach to public the basic structure of plants, life processes, speaking. Speeches will be planned, and adaptations to various environmental prepared, practiced and delivered with the factors. The course includes lab work that aid of brief notes. Impromptu speaking will will provide the opportunity to develop also be addressed. The basic objective skills in handling histological material and of the course is to develop skills in oral plant species, as well as basic taxonomy. communication and presentations. Not *VYLX\PZP[L!73;3SHIJVTWVULU[ available for supplemental. Equivalent to SPH-155. PLT-260 Special Crops (4 credits) ;OPZJV\YZLJV]LYZ[OLMVSSV^PUNJYVWZ! PRS-160 Presentations & AV Techniques potatoes, sugar beets, green and dry (3 credits) peas, chickpeas, lentils, beans, fababeans This course equips students with the and special herbs grown in Alberta. A conceptual and practical aspects of feasibility study will be done on at least two making presentations at board meetings, special crops to determine the economic fundraising events and training sessions. practicality. In the greenhouse, students The preparation and use of computer and will be required to grow and observe the audio/visual equipment will also be covered. different stages of each crop from seeding :[\KLU[Z^PSSYLÄUL[OLPYZRPSSZPUHSHI to seed set. Special attention will be given setting. Not available for supplemental. to contracts and marketing of each special JYVW7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!73;

176 Course Descriptions PSC 161 - PSY 252 www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca

PSC-161 Introduction to Politics (PSY) PSYCHOLOGY______PSY-177 Psychology of Aging (3 credits) (3 credits) This course provides an orientation to the This course will provide an overview of PSY-140 Psychology and Life (3 credits) psychological changes that occur through governmental institutions and political This course examines everyday topics adulthood and old age. Students will be processes through the examination of related to psychology and personal growth. Introduced to basic theoretical models, concepts of political inquiry, ideologies, These topics include the self, personality, research methods, and current information. political systems, and political processes. human learning, wellness, psychological A major goal is to contrast existing myths Available for supplemental. disorders, the family, parenting, and life about adult development with the best transitions. This course will not count as available empirical evidence to separate PSC-165 Canadian Government part of a concentration in psychology and myths from realities. Included is a practical (3 credits) is not a prerequisite for any other course in emphasis on measures that may be used This course provides a structural overview of psychology. Not available for supplemental. to successfully prepare for, or adapt to, the federal system of government in Canada the psychological changes of aging. Not by way of analysing its major institutions. PSY-160 Introduction to Psychology available for supplemental. The course examines the Constitution and (3 credits) its implications for modern life, federal/ This course gives students a basic PSY-179 Adolescent Development provincial jurisdiction, the dynamics of \UKLYZ[HUKPUNHUKV]LY]PL^VM[OLÄLSK (3 credits) changing relationships between levels of of psychology. Attention is given to the This course covers basic knowledge of government, and the basics of political ZJPLU[PÄJTL[OVKIPVSVNPJHSMHJ[VYZ adolescent biological, cognitive, and parties, the media, bureaucracy and the cognitive processes, learning, memory, psychosocial development. The major judicial system will be examined. Not intelligence, motivation, personality and theories of adolescent development are available for supplemental. social psychology. Developmental factors presented. The important development of the lifespan are explored along with the tasks of this life stage are taught PSC-250 Parties and Elections (3 credits) KLÄUP[PVUHUK[YLH[TLU[VMWZ`JOVSVNPJHS through the interrelationship of physical, This course examines the development disorders. intellectual, emotional, and social factors in and transformations of Canadian political adolescent development. Not available for parties and the party systems in Canada. PSY-170 Human Development (3 credits) Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!7:@VY Elections, political participation and voting This course is an introduction to the study PSY-170. behaviour will be analysed within the context of human development across the lifespan. of the Canadian electoral system and Major theories of development will be PSY-250 Educational Psychology parliamentary democracy. Not available for presented with emphasis on the sequence (3 credits) JOHSSLUNLVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! of psychological and social growth. This course applies the principles of any one of PSC-161, PSC-165, HIS-165, Developmental changes that occur in the psychology to the teaching learning HIS-265, or STS-270. physical, emotional, cognitive, and social process within the classroom. Current areas will be examined. Not available for theories and research in education will be PSC-270 North American Politics and supplemental. discussed. Topics such as cognitive and Economics (3 credits) moral development, principles of learning, This course provides students with PSY-171 Child & Growth Development motivation and social cognition will be intermediate instruction in North American (3 credits) covered. Not available for supplemental. politics and an introduction to the This course covers the growth and ,X\P]HSLU[[V7:@7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! macroeconomic aspects of North American development of children from infancy to PSY-170. commerce and continental economic middle childhood. Students will have the integration. Students will engage in opportunity to apply major theories of PSY-252 Concepts in Educational formal research projects that analyse and child development to the understanding of Psychology (3 credits) critically evaluate the political, economic early childhood growth and development. This course provides a comprehensive and commercial aspects of a topic of their The physical, social, emotional, language, analysis of theory and research on how choosing. An emphasis will be placed cognitive, moral, and intellectual individual and group differences affect on developing students’ citizenship skills development of the young child will be instruction and learning. Possible areas of in preparation for their roles as active examined. Not available for supplemental. emphasis include the practical applications participants in an increasingly international/ 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!7:@VY7:@ of theory to educational settings, including global environment. Available for challenge development, cognition, social behaviour, VYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!HU`VULVM group dynamics, special needs, motivation PSC-161, PSC-165, HIS-170, HIS-165, HUKHZZLZZTLU[7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!7:@VY HIS-265, or STS-270. PSY-170.

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PSY-253 Child Psychopathology PSY-275 Forensic Psychology (3 credits) RDG-055 Reading 055 (5 credits) (3 credits) This course examines the issues and This course encourages students to This course will provide students with the controversies in crime and justice from apply independent reading strategies opportunity to examine, on an Introductory a psychological perspective. Human to various types of reading materials. basis, the origins and symptoms of behaviour and criminal patterns are linked Vocabulary, reading comprehension, and the various emotional and behavioural to deepen the understanding of crime and word recognition skills will be emphasized. KPMÄJ\S[PLZL_WLYPLUJLKI``V\UNWLVWSL criminals in our society. The development of Study skills will be introduced. Not open to Emphasis will be placed on the causes, the criminal mind in a societal context will supplemental. symptoms, and treatment of organic, be explored. Not available for supplemental. social/emotional, developmental, and 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!7:@VY7:@ RDG-060 Reading 060 (5 credits) learning disorders. The information and This course covers the development of knowledge obtained in this course will assist PSY-277 Addictions Treatment (3 credits) vocabulary and comprehension skills. the student in understanding the dynamics This course will examine a variety of Strategies useful in building and analysing of mental health and mental illness in our theories, models and techniques concerning new vocabulary will be developed. Skills society. Not available for supplemental. [OLPKLU[PÄJH[PVUHZZLZZTLU[HUK[YLH[TLU[ needed to identify main ideas, draw 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!7:@VY7:@ of addictions. The course will provide conclusions, and make inferences will be students with the opportunity to openly covered. Not open to supplemental. PSY-255 Psychology of Sports (3 credits) examine topics in the area of addictive and/ This course gives students an understanding or excessive behaviours and to consider RDG-075 Reading 075 (5 credits) VMOV^[OLÄLSKVMWZ`JOVSVN`PZYLSH[LK how these issues can be addressed from The purpose of this course is to develop to sports. It will focus primarily on how various perspectives. Not available for effective reading and clear thinking. A principles of psychology can be applied supplemental. variety of essential reading skills, such to, or enhanced by, the study of sports. as identifying main ideas and supporting Attention is given to learning theory, social PSY-365 Behavioural Management details, understanding patterns of psychology, and personality theory, and how (3 credits) organization, making inferences, and these areas can be applied to casual sports The focus of this course is on enhanced evaluating arguments will be covered. The HUK[VJVHJOPUN[OLVY`7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!7:@ offender management skills. The dynamics related study skills of outlining, mapping, 160 or PSY-170. of managing inmates individually and in and summarizing will also be introduced. groups is covered. The theory and practice Not open to supplemental. PSY-260 Abnormal Psychology (3 credits) of behavioural management of offenders This course examines the developmental in a correctional environment is explored. RDG-085 Reading 085 (5 credits) processes and the manifestations/ Applications of theory to unit management This course is designed to help students characteristics/symptoms of the range will be taught through participation in role- improve their general level of reading of the major types of psychopathology. plays. in preparation for further academic Students will be expected to develop a studies. The course emphasizes literal ^VYRPUNKLÄUP[PVUVMUVYTHSHUKHIUVYTHS (RDG) READING ______comprehension, including vocabulary behaviour of mental health. The DSM IV development, textbook reading and note ^PSSIL\ZLKHZHIHZPZMVYJSHZZPÄJH[PVU RDG-040 Reading 040 (5 credits) taking, and critical comprehension. Not of abnormal behaviour. Students will This course is designed to help students open to supplemental. be expected to analyse pathological read better. Students will work on basic behaviour from biological, psychodynamic, reading, listening, and vocabulary skills. RDG-095 Analytical Reading (3 credits) behavioural, cognitive, humanistic, Some basic study skills will be introduced. This course helps students meet the interpersonal and sociocultural viewpoints. Not open to supplemental. Computerized Placement Testing Treatment approaches will also be explored requirements for entrance to College from these viewpoints. Service Learning RDG-045 Reading 045 (5 credits) programs. It is designed for students who opportunity may be available. Not available Students will develop word recognition, wish to improve their vocabulary, reading for supplemental. Equivalent to PSY-200. vocabulary, and comprehension skills. speed, comprehension, and ability to 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!7:@VY7:@ Study skills will be introduced. Not open to process reading materials. Topics will supplemental. PUJS\KLÅL_PISLYLHKPUN[OLZ[\K`YLHKPUNVM PSY-270 Introduction Personality Theory advanced text material, and the application (3 credits) RDG-050 Reading 050 (5 credits) of critical reading, analysis, and synthesis This course places an emphasis on This course encourages students to apply skills. Not available for supplemental. both historical and current theories of independent reading strategies to material personality development. Various areas of at a functional reading level. Students will RDG-101 Analytical Reading (3 credits) personality study will be explored, including continue to develop word recognition, This course is designed to assist students theory, testing, assessment and applied vocabulary, and comprehension skills. in developing college-level reading skills. research. Not available for supplemental. Study skills will be introduced. Not open to Students will work towards improving their 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!7:@ supplemental. comprehension of postsecondary material through the application of various critical thinking and critical reading strategies. Not available for supplemental.

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(RRM) RENEWABLE RESOURCE reclamation; riparian ecology and health RRM-281 Water Quality (4 credits) MANAGEMENT ______assessment; rangeland vegetation This course covers water quality parameters inventory and monitoring procedures and ZWLJPÄJ[VZL]LYHSLUK\ZLZ*H\ZLZHUK RRM-153 Soil Resources (5 credits) attribute data collection techniques; and sources of inorganic and organic pollution This course covers the factors controlling statistical data analysis. Not available for are discussed. Laboratory skills include soil formation in Western Canada supplemental. Equivalent to appropriate sampling procedures and and their application to the Canadian 9947YLYLX\PZP[LZ!)06 ZWLJPÄJHUHS`[PJHSTL[OVKZYLX\PYLKMVY :VPS*SHZZPÄJH[PVUZ`Z[LTNYHZZSHUK )06*VYLX\PZP[L!9943SHI monitoring physical (sediment), chemical communities, forest regions and habitat component). and biological/microbiological parameters types. It will also cover physical and that affect water quality. Characteristics of chemical properties of soils in addition to RRM-258 Principles of Wildlife Biology normal healthy lakes, streams, rivers and soil water relationships, nutrient supply (5 credits) groundwater sources are discussed along and soil degradation in the management This course covers the various factors with water treatment methods used to of selected natural resources. Field and affecting wildlife populations such as mitigate quality degradation. Not available lab skills are emphasized. Not available habitat, predation, behaviour, hunting, MVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L!994 3 diseases and parasites. Issues and problems MVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS,X\P]HSLU[[V994 (lab component). facing wildlife populations are discussed *VYLX\PZP[L!9943SHIJVTWVULU[ including harvest strategies and recovery RRM-295 Hydrogeology (5 credits) RRM-158 Water Resources (5 credits) efforts. A complementary lab presents a ;OPZJV\YZLKPZJ\ZZLZHUKX\HU[PÄLZ[OL This course presents Introductory concepts survey of Alberta birds and mammals and WYVJLZZLZPUÅ\LUJPUN[OLVJJ\YYLUJL an introduction to common techniques VMO`KYVSVN`Z[YLHTÅV^TLJOHUPJZHUK properties and movement of groundwater, hydrometric survey techniques. Major used in wildlife management. Not available particularly in the geological setting of topics include watershed and hydrograph MVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!)06 southern Alberta. Topics include aquifer HUHS`ZPZK`UHTPJZVMVWLUJOHUULSÅV^ *VYLX\PZP[L!994 3SHIJVTWVULU[ properties, test drilling, well-siting HUKÅV^TLHZ\YLTLU[I`^HKPUNMYVT and completion, aquifer testing and bridges and cableways, boats and beneath RRM-259 Fishery Science (5 credits) determination of yield, assessment of well ice cover. Applied problems are stressed ;OPZJV\YZLPZHUPU[YVK\J[PVU[VÄZOLY` interference and potentiometric mapping. science, basic lake and stream survey PUSHIHUKÄLSKHZZPNUTLU[Z:[\KLU[Z^PSS Emphasis is on the practical applications of use spreadsheets and specialized computer [LJOUPX\LZHUK[OLPKLU[PÄJH[PVUIPVSVN` techniques using on-campus wells for data software in completing these assignments. and management of important species. collection and computer assisted analysis Not available for supplemental. Equivalent Factors of aquatic productivity, Introductory in scheduled assignments. A major project [V994*VYLX\PZP[L!994 3SHI WVW\SH[PVUK`UHTPJZYLN\SH[PVUZHUKÄZO forms part of the evaluation. Not available component). habitat are related to the objectives and MVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L!994 3 tools of management. Not available for (lab component). RRM-196 Map/Aerial Photo Interpretation Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!)06 (5 credits) )06 *VYLX\PZP[L!994 3SHI RRM-298 Conservation Biology (3 credits) This course involves map reading, types component). ;OPZJV\YZLL_HTPULZ[OLZJPLU[PÄJIHZPZ of maps and their uses, and interpreting for the management and protection of map features. Some major topics RRM-264 Forest Management (5 credits) biological diversity. Important topics will include location, scale, and topographic This course involves the study of forest include habitat fragmentation, minimum measurements. Black-and-white and colour management with an emphasis on viable population analysis, the role of aerial photographs are used to identify ecosystem-based, sustainable forest genetic variability, metapopulation concepts important features of the landscape. Satellite management. The course includes the major and community-level processes. Practical imagery is reviewed in relation to global forest regions of interior Western Canada, applications are addressed using case positioning systems (GPS) and geographic emphasizing component tree species, forest studies that incorporate the principles of information systems (GIS). Not available for habitats, forest successional developments, ecosystem management. Not available for ecosystem processes and forest landscape Z\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L!994 3SHI Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!)06 component). ecology. The course emphasizes basic WYPUJPWSLZVMMVYLZ[THUHNLTLU[PUJS\KPUN! RRM-256 Rangeland Habitat forest inventory and assessment; annual Management (5 credits) allowable cut; forest tenure; silviculture This course addresses rangeland habitat systems; harvesting methods; site issues following an ecological, multiple preparation methods; reforestation tactics; use, and integrated resource management stand improvement and forest health. A approach. Theoretical areas of study VUL^LLRÄLSK[YPWMVJ\ZLZVU[OLWYHJ[PJHS include plant physiology; plant responses aspects of forestry including dendrology, to herbivory; rangeland succession and forest measurements, forest inventory and selected models, vegetation management assessment and woodland operations. Not OLYIPJPKLZÄYLIPVJVU[YVSTLJOHUPJHS H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! and livestock); and wildlife habitat )06)06994 *VYLX\PZP[L! enhancement. Areas of theory, practical 9943SHIJVTWVULU[ SHIHUKÄLSKL_WLYPLUJLPUJS\KLYHUNL WSHU[]LNL[H[P]LPKLU[PÄJH[PVU"YHUNLSHUK ecological health assessments; rangeland

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RRM-299 Fire Management (5 credits) RRM-379 Fish Culture (5 credits) (RSP) REHABILITATION ______;OPZJV\YZLPU]VS]LZ[OLZ[\K`VM^PSKÄYL This course covers the art and science of THUHNLTLU[ZWLJPÄJHSS`ÄYL^LH[OLYÄYL ÄZOJ\S[\YLWYLZLU[LKPUHZLYPLZVMSLJ[\YLZ RSP-123 Practicum (1 credit) ILOH]PV\Y^PSKSPMLJVU[YVSÄYLLJVSVN` discussions, laboratory, and applied This practicum involves participation in HUK[OL\ZLVMÄYLHZHWYLZJYPW[P]L activities. Students get hands-on training supervised settings where services are management tool. The course has lecture, and experience working at the Aquaculture provided to children and adults who have a SHIHUKÄLSKJVTWVULU[ZSPURLK[VNL[OLY Centre of Excellence, acquiring new skills developmental disability. The purpose of this to provide a range of learning opportunities. HUKHWWYLJPH[PVUMVY[OL[LJOUPJHSZJPLU[PÄJ course is to help develop an awareness of The lecture component includes theory and husbandry involved in raising a variety the disability services system, to ascertain and concept that provides a background VMÄZOZWLJPLZ\UKLYPU[LUZP]LJ\S[\YL their interest in working with individuals [V[OLHWWSPJH[PVUVMÄLSKHUKSHI^VYR conditions. A self-directed experiment aimed with special needs and to develop basic, emphasizing hands-on experience and the H[ZVS]PUNHÄZOJ\S[\YLYLSH[LKWYVISLTPZ but positive interaction skills with clients practical application of knowledge gained in also done by students. Students get an in- and agency personnel. Students will the course. Not available for supplemental. depth look at the biological requirements of be oriented to the three key domains ,X\P]HSLU[[V994 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! 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Special topics of observation, assessment, program typical of Western Canada during laboratory include wetland improvements, prescribed planning and intervention strategies. This HUKÄLSKL_LYJPZLZ5V[H]HPSHISLMVY burning and riparian habitat management. is accomplished through the planning, Z\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!994 Habitat alterations are discussed in relation implementation and evaluation of *VYLX\PZP[L!994 3SHIJVTWVULU[ to ungulates, upland game birds, waterfowl instructional activities. Placements may and various non-game species. Field and occur through vocational, residential or RRM-369 Fishery Management laboratory exercises will emphasize habitat educational services for children and Techniques (5 credits) evaluation techniques and the development adults who have a developmental disability. This course covers the basics involved of habitat management plans. Not available Attendance is mandatory. 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RSP-151 Community Rehabilitation RSP-157 Introduction Studies in Disability RSP-164 Facilitating Inclusion (3 credits) (2 credits) (3 credits) This course provides students with an This course will study attitudes, both This course will investigate the causes, opportunity to explore a roles-based historical and current, towards people with characteristics, treatment options and understanding of planning and working with disabilities as found in history and present preventative strategies of various conditions. children and adults who have developmental day society. These historical perspectives This will include an examination of fetal disabilities. Students will identify and access will trace the change in service delivery alcohol spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy, tools and resources that are required to from custodialism to community-based ADHD, autistic disorder, brain injury and support individuals with disabilities to alternatives. The course will also focus several other developmental disabilities. For achieve meaningful, inclusive lives. Activity on various rehabilitation concepts such each condition studied in the course, the planning, social roles, developing individual as normalization, social role valorization, implications for social, physical, cognitive, and community connections and identifying inclusion, segregation, and advocacy. In communication and emotional development personal contribution will be explored. Not addition, the course will closely examine will be discussed. Family support issues, H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! the experiences of families and their ideas for inclusion and educational 9:7 involvement with professionals in the implications will be included in the course O\THUZLY]PJLZÄLSK5V[H]HPSHISLMVY content. Not available for supplemental. RSP-166 Recreation and Leisure Z\WWSLTLU[HS,X\P]HSLU[[V9:7 ,X\P]HSLU[[V,*, 9:7 (3 credits) This course covers the importance of RSP-152 Health and Wellness (3 credits) RSP-159 Developmental Disabilities recreation and leisure to people who live This course is an introduction to the general (3 credits) with physical or developmental disabilities. practices of providing basic health care This course will investigate the causes, The use of recreation and leisure activities supports to children and adults living with characteristics, treatment options and as therapeutic techniques are discussed. In developmental and physical disabilities. preventative strategies for various addition, the process of adapting recreation The concepts of good physical and mental disabilities, including autism, cerebral HUKSLPZ\YLHJ[P]P[PLZ[V[OLZWLJPÄJULLKZ health are Introduced from a support and palsy, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, of people with developmental disabilities a wellness perspective. Fundamental Downs Syndrome and brain injury. For are discussed, as are the leadership role procedures to support the health of others each condition studied in this course, the of workers in this area. Not available for and maintain personal health and wellness implications for social, physical, cognitive, supplemental. will be the focus. Topics will include communication and emotional development universal precautions, sepsis, activation, lifts across the life span will be discussed. Not RSP-167 General Health Care II (2 credits) and transfers, personal care and nutrition. available for supplemental. This course is a laboratory experience to practice the skills taught in General Health RSP-153 Observation and Assessment RSP-161 Practicum Placement I *HYL0*VYLX\PZP[L!9:7 (3 credits) (2 credits) This course is an introduction to the ;OPZPZ[OLÄYZ[WYHJ[PJHSL_WLYPLUJLJV\YZL RSP-168 Individual Instructional Plans individualized planning processes used for students in the Disability and Community (2 credits) by services who support children and 9LOHIPSP[H[PVUWYVNYHT0UHZ\WLY]PZLK This course examines the individualized adults with special needs. This includes practicum placement, students will have planning process for people with disabilities an overview of the IPP process used by an opportunity to interact and develop from assessment through evaluation. Alberta schools. The students will develop respectful relationships with children and/or Primary focus is on developing students’ ZWLJPÄJZRPSSZMVYVIZLY]PUNHUKVIQLJ[P]LS` adults living with a developmental disability. skills in designing and implementing recording events. Baselines and functional Students will practice and develop skills instructional programs and activity plans. assessments that can be used as part of a in assessment, observation and providing It will provide the student with direct sound assessment process will be practiced basic support. Students will also participate experience in applying relevant principles and conducted. In addition, the process of in a series of seminars to assist with the of learning and applied behaviour analysis. selecting, writing and evaluating goals and integration of both course work and the Strategies for selecting and teaching objectives will be examined. practicum experience. Not available for functional skills will also be explored. Not Z\WWSLTLU[HS*VYLX\PZP[L!9:7 H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! RSP-155 Applied Behaviour Analysis 9:7 9:7*VYLX\PZP[L!9:79:7 (3 credits) This course is an introduction to principles RSP-162 General Health Care I (2 credits) of applied behaviour analysis such This course is an introduction to the as reinforcement, natural and logical general practice of health maintenance. consequences and generalization. The concepts of good physical and mental Techniques for increasing, decreasing, or health are Introduced and fundamental developing new skills are Introduced as a procedures to maintain health including basis for designing instructional/intervention nutrition, asepsis, simple pharmacology and procedures. The ethical use of applied activation are discussed. behaviour analysis will be extensively discussed. This course will also introduce the process of positive behaviour supports.

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RSP-171 Practicum Placement II RSP-240 Practicum Placement IV RSP-252 Administration Practices in (2 credits) (3 credits) Disability (3 credits) This is the second practical experience ;OPZPZ[OLÄUHSWYHJ[PJ\TJV\YZLPU[OL This course introduces students to course for students in the Disability and +PZHIPSP[`HUK*VTT\UP[`9LOHIPSP[H[PVU HKTPUPZ[YH[P]LWYHJ[PJLZZWLJPÄJ[V *VTT\UP[`9LOHIPSP[H[PVUWYVNYHT0UH diploma and consists of 150 hours of disability and human services. Topics supervised practicum placement, students practical experience and a series of covered include management functions, will have an opportunity to progressively integration seminars. Students may have the I\ZPULZZÄUHUJLWYVWVZHS^YP[PUN develop their skills in the areas of behavioral, opportunity to gain experience in leadership, budgeting, human resource management, family and roles-based support with children advocacy and community development motivation, workload, entrepreneurship and adults who have a disability. The focus during this practicum. Emphasis is placed and workplace ethics. Students will gain an will be on supporting inclusive experiences on administrative learning opportunities understanding of the role of both internal through meaningful, personalized and to best prepare students for the demands and external stakeholders that impact community based activities. Students will of the disability services profession. the operations of an organization and the also participate in a series of seminars to 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!9:79:7 Community Disability Services profession. assist with the integration of both course *VYLX\PZP[L!9:79:7 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!/:7/:7 work and the practicum experience. Not H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! RSP-250 Practicum (6 credits) RSP-253 Advanced Studies in Disability 9:7*VYLX\PZP[L!9:7 ;OPZJV\YZLPZ[OLÄUHSWYHJ[PJ\TL_WLYPLUJL (3 credits) for disability and community rehabilitation This course further examines the impact RSP-220 Practicum (6 credits) services students. It provides the and support needs of people living This course provides supervised work VWWVY[\UP[`[VÄUL[\ULHUKM\Y[OLYKL]LSVW with developmental disabilities. An settings where residential, vocational and skills required of rehabilitation practitioners. investigation of syndromes with genetic educational services are planned and/or Opportunity exists to select placement causes, metabolic disorders and other rare provided for people with disabilities. locations that allow for specialized skill syndromes will be conducted. In addition, Students will utilize material covered in development in the areas of special the characteristics and treatment options 9:7"HZZPNUTLU[ZPUJS\KLHZZLZZTLU[ education, vocational services, residential for dual diagnosis, mental illnesses and activity plans, positive behaviour support supports, early intervention, recreation other conditions with adult onset will be and instructional techniques. Attendance is therapy and advocacy. Attendance policy presented. The course will re-examine mandatory. Not available for supplemental in place. Not available for supplemental. many of the developmental disabilities VYJOHSSLUNL7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!9:7 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!9:79:7 previously studied with an overview of the 9:7*@* *VYLX\PZP[L!9:7 processes for diagnosis and assessment. RSP-251 Person Centered Planning The ongoing support needs for adults living RSP-230 Practicum Placement III (2 credits) with a developmental disability and the (3 credits) This course will prepare students with implications for their families will also be This 150-hour practical experience will some of the basic skills needed for person discussed. Not available for supplemental. provide students in the Disability and centered planning with individuals and 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!9:7VY,*, *VTT\UP[`9LOHIPSP[H[PVUKPWSVTHWYVNYHT MHTPSPLZ-VJ\Z^PSSILVU[OLPKLU[PÄJH[PVU an opportunity to further enhance their of the need for transition planning, the RSP-255 Positive Behaviour Supports skills supporting children, adults and initiation of the planning process, the (3 credits) families living with the impact of a disability. facilitation of planning and the development This course explores the design and Experience in the areas of education, of effective personal networks to assist implementation of supports and instruction employment supports, mental health and people in achieving their personal goals. for people with challenging behaviours and/ advocacy will be the major focus, thus This course will also examine how person VYZPNUPÄJHU[SLHYUPUNKPMÄJ\S[PLZ-\UJ[PVUHS promoting experiences that differ from centered planning can lead to community assessment and analysis, instructional [OVZLPU[OLZ[\KLU[»ZÄYZ[`LHYVY[OYV\NO development initiatives when limited [LJOUPX\LZHUKTVKPÄJH[PVUZMVYSLHYUPUN work experience. 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RSP-257 Inclusive Education (3 credits) RSP-261 Residential Programs (3 credits) (RSR) RESEARCH - APPLIED ______This course examines current trends This course examines various types of in creating and maintaining inclusive residential settings offered to people with RSR-160 Research & Writing New Media educational experiences for children and disabilities. Considerable emphasis is on (3 credits) youth who have a wide range of learning the numerous roles and responsibilities There are research and writing tasks challenges in elementary, middle and [OH[YLOHIPSP[H[PVUWYHJ[P[PVULYZTH`ÄUK involved at every level of a multimedia secondary schools. The course will focus themselves involved in when interacting WYVQLJ[@V\^PSSSLHYU[VÄUKHUK]HSPKH[L on three aspects of the child’s educational with the exceptional individual, their family, the information you need, then incorporate L_WLYPLUJL![OLZWLJPHSPaLKHJHKLTPJ other professionals and the community at it in powerful, concise, and stylistically needs for the child, the communicative large. Quality of life issues as well as a unit appropriate prose. You will also learn proven and behavioral support needs and the on the importance of recreation and social techniques for editing and improving your development of social relationships. The role networks are covered. Not available for own writing, and material created by others. of the paraprofessional within the education supplemental. ,X\P]HSLU[[V(79*(7 Z`Z[LT^PSSHSZVILKLÄULKHUKL_HTPULK 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!9:79:7 RSP-262 Leadership in Disability RSR-170 Interactive Project (3 credits) (3 credits) In conceiving, planning and executing an RSP-259 Supported Employment This course examines both personal and extended interactive multimedia project, you (3 credits) professional leadership in Community are given an opportunity to apply areas of This course focuses on encouraging the Disability Services organizations. Theories theoretical and practical knowledge from the development of meaningful and productive and concepts related to understanding and ÄYZ[`LHYJVYL+VJ\TLU[PUN[OLWYVK\J[PVU roles for people with disabilities with respect developing effective leadership skills will be process, the technical challenges faced, and to employment, alternatives to employment presented. In addition, students will examine the solutions found, as well as presenting and post-secondary education. Focus decision-making processes, strategies your piece at the end of the course, will add will be on the preparation, development, for constructive change and the need for value to the learning experience. training and retention strategies needed interagency partnerships in leading the way for successful supported and competitive for progressive change within the disability RSR-250 Applied Research I (2 credits) employment. Students will learn best ZLY]PJLZWYVMLZZPVU7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! This course will reinforce many topics practice job search and job development HSP-160. JV]LYLKPU[OLÄYZ[`LHY,UNSPZOJV\YZL strategies that have been proven effective ENG154, with a major focus on the when supporting individuals who are RSP-275 Family Support & Intervention formal research component and will give employment disadvantaged due to a (3 credits) the student experience in researching, KPZHIPSP[`7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!9:7 This course covers the dynamics of typical organizing, monitoring, and documenting families and compares them to those that a long-term technical project. The course RSP-260 Persons With Brain Injuries include a family member with a disability. objective is to obtain all the material needed (3 credits) 9LSH[PVUZIL[^LLUZWV\ZLZZWV\ZLZHUK MVY[OL(WWSPLK9LZLHYJO00MVY,UNPULLYPUN Students will have the opportunity to siblings, and siblings are analysed. 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RSR-256 Video Graphics and (SGV) STUDENT GOVERNMENT ____ SGV-203 Student Government (1 credit) Compositing (5 credits) This course is limited to those students who This is an opportunity to integrate your SGV-101 Student Government (1 credit) have been elected to serve on the Students’ knowledge of graphic design, video editing This course is limited to those students who *V\UJPSVM3L[OIYPKNL*VSSLNL9LJVNUP[PVU and animation to explore areas of motion have been elected to serve on the Students’ is given for educational experience gained graphics related to education and training, *V\UJPSVM3L[OIYPKNL*VSSLNL9LJVNUP[PVU and for time spent during the process of advertising and broadcast design, show is given for educational experience gained student government activities for a period titles, video art and special effects. You will and for time spent during the process of within one academic year. Further details use industry-standard compositing tools for student government activities for a period should be obtained from the College [VWSL]LSWYVK\J[PVU7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! within one academic year. Further details administrator of the program in which CMM-156. should be obtained from the College students are enrolled. administrator of the program in which (SCI) SCIENCE ______students are enrolled. (SOC) SOCIOLOGY ______

SCI-045 Science 045 (3 credits) SGV-102 Student Government (2 credits) SOC-150 Multicultural Seminar (1 credit) This course covers Introductory science in This course is limited to those students who This course will examine multicultural/ a “hands-on” learning experience. It is an have been elected to serve on the Students’ diversity issues. It will increase learner introduction to vocabulary and concepts *V\UJPSVM3L[OIYPKNL*VSSLNL9LJVNUP[PVU awareness and understanding of all cultures. in life, physical, and earth science. Solving is given for educational experience gained Not available for supplemental. science-related problems is emphasized and for time spent during the process of using the inquiry method. Not available for student government activities for a period SOC-153 Introduction to Women’s Studies supplemental. within one academic year. Further details (3 credits) should be obtained from the College This course is an interdisciplinary look at SCI-060 Science Foundations (3 credits) administrator of the program in which the women’s movement in North America. This course is an introduction to the students are enrolled. It will explore the reasons for the rise of the M\UKHTLU[HS[LYTZZJPLU[PÄJTL[OVKZHUK women’s movement, its core concerns, and mathematical tools used in the sciences. SGV-103 Student Government (3 credits) its evolution over the generations. It will Topics will include measurement skills, Limited to those students who have been L_WSVYL[OLZPNUPÄJHUJLVMNLUKLYHUKP[Z [OLTL[YPJZ`Z[LTZJPLU[PÄJUV[H[PVUHUK elected to serve on the Students’ Council impact on the lives of women in day-to-day calculation skills, unit conversions, physical, VM3L[OIYPKNL*VSSLNL9LJVNUP[PVUPZNP]LU terms, such as economics, body image, chemical and biological properties of matter, for educational experience gained and for sexuality, and self-esteem. It will place the and lab skills. Frequent opportunities will time spent during the process of student women’s movement in its historical context be given to students to practice reading, government activities for a period within one as part of a broader human rights movement writing, and spelling skills within the subject academic year. Further details should be in Western culture. context. obtained from the College administrator of the program in which students are enrolled. SOC-160 Introduction to Sociology SCI-062 Science 062 (5 credits) (3 credits) This is a science course designed for SGV-104 Student Government (2 credits) This course is an orientation to sociology Z[\KLU[Z^OVOH]LL_WLYPLUJLKKPMÄJ\S[PLZ This course is limited to those students who and serves as a brief picture of its scope in previous science courses. Learning will have been elected to serve on the Students’ as a developing discipline. The course will be accomplished through review, activities, *V\UJPSVM3L[OIYPKNL*VSSLNL9LJVNUP[PVU examine how individual lives are shaped by and exercises. Topics covered include is given for educational experience gained one’s place in society and how people cope technology, technology in action, the and for time spent during the process of within their social and cultural contexts. The balance of life, technology for life, mixing student government activities for a period focus is on Canadian culture, diversity, and and measuring household products and within one academic year. Further details social trends, and how Canada is affected reactions, environmental explorations, and should be obtained from the College by its position in the world. Not available for technology and the environment. administrator of the program in which supplemental. students are enrolled. SCI-064 Science 064 (5 credits) This course is designed for students SGV-201 Student Government (2 credits) ^OVOH]LL_WLYPLUJLKKPMÄJ\S[PLZPU This course is limited to those students who previous science courses. Learning will be have been elected to serve on the Students’ accomplished through review, activities, and *V\UJPSVM3L[OIYPKNL*VSSLNL9LJVNUP[PVU exercises. Topics covered include dynamics is given for educational experience gained of motion, safety in transit, exploring and for time spent during the process of disease, disease defences, exploring metals, student government activities for a period exploring non-metals, energy forms, and within one academic year. Further details energy in action. should be obtained from the College administrator of the program in which students are enrolled.

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SOC-167 Sociology of Aging (3 credits) SOC-260 Social Problems (3 credits) SOC-276 Sexuality (3 credits) The purpose of this course is to provide This course extends several of the concepts This course will be approached primarily students with an understanding of individual and issues addressed in introduction to from a sociological perspective. It will and population aging from a sociological Sociology. Focus of this course is a more-in examine how social factors contribute to perspective. Students will be encouraged depth examination of social problems by our sexual beliefs and behaviors and how to develop an awareness and appreciation applying sociological theories and critical ZL_\HSP[`PUÅ\LUJLZV\YWLYZVUHSSP]LZHUK VM[OLZVJPHSZPNUPÄJHUJLVMHNPUNMYVT thinking skills to a variety of issues that social policies. 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Finally, students will be Introduced to 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!:6*VY7:@ possible solutions in terms of programs and SOC-263 Diverse Cultural Communities policies relating to aging. Not available for (3 credits) (SPL) SPELLING ______supplemental. This course gives students an understanding of the diverse cultural communities in SPL-056 Spelling Improvement (3 credits) SOC-170 Introduction to Social Work Canada; to be able to act as a mediator, This course is designed for students who (3 credits) negotiator, educator and public relations need to improve their spelling skills for This is a service course that provides practitioner, involving resource management everyday situations in which computerized students with a self-directed and issues; and to examine the issues involved spell checking is not an option. The course collaborative learning opportunity focused in cooperative management and compliance emphasizes spelling rules and principles that on Canadian social welfare and the with resource related legislation. deal with the structure of words. profession of social work. This course will introduce students to the professional SOC-270 Sociology of the Family (SST) SOCIAL STUDIES ______values, ethics, knowledge bases, roles, (3 credits) YLZWVUZPIPSP[PLZÄLSKZVMWYHJ[PJLZHUK This course is a study of Canadian family SST-045 Social Studies 045 (3 credits) practice settings of social work; encourage life in both a historical and sociological This course is a study of contemporary students to critically examine their beliefs, perspective with an emphasis on current issues facing Canadian society. These values, and attitudes in relation to society trends and research on the family. Not issues are discussed with the aid of of which they are members; and enable H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! concepts and processes from history, students to explore their individual interests SOC-160. geography, multiculturalism, government within the profession of social work. and the social sciences. Not available for SOC-273 Multicultural Issues (3 credits) supplemental. SOC-250 Sociology of Sports (3 credits) This course examines values, beliefs, Sociology of Sports looks beyond game patterns of behaviour, intercultural SST-050 Social Studies 050 (3 credits) scores and player performance. The goal communication processes and their This course integrates social studies is to encourage students to think critically impact on working with children, youth, concepts with language arts skills. 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The YHJLHUKWHY[PJPWH[PVU7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! lifestyles of ordinary people in Canada since SOC-160 or PSY-160. Confederation are examined. A current affairs component is included. Not available SOC-255 Special Needs Offenders for supplemental. (3 credits) ;OPZJV\YZLMVJ\ZLZVU[OLPKLU[PÄJH[PVU of offender groups and the development of appropriate responses within the correctional context. It begins with a brief YL]PL^VMVMMLUKLYJSHZZPÄJH[PVU(TVUN[OL groups studied are gang members, females, visible minorities and violent offenders. Not available for supplemental.

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SST-060 Canadian and World Studies STS-255 Statistical Methods (3 credits) SUR-171 Survey Camp (2 credits) (3 credits) This course is an introduction to basic This course provides additional experience This course examines Canadian and world statistical concepts used for resource with typical canal and highway surveys. current events and the historical events that management, including graphical and Additional EDM work, including total station shaped them. Some of the topics covered numerical analysis. It covers data collection, EDMs and some associated software for will be political issues at the provincial, presentation, descriptive statistics, KV^USVHKPUN[OLLSLJ[YVUPJÄLSKIVVRHYL national and international levels, and parametric and non-parametric tests. Topics studied. This course is offered for 35 hours related issues of aboriginal, multi-cultural, covered include probability distributions, during the Summer term. Not available for globalization, and ecological concerns. 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Students will also be Introduced to guidelines that can be applied to a variety of This course is an overview of the major SPSS software and social science research survey situations. Modules of this course will MVYJLZ[OH[PUÅ\LUJLKJOHUNLPU,\YVWL ethics. Not available for supplemental. be provided by the Industrial and Technical and much of the world during the 19th 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!HU`VULVM/0: Training Department at Lethbridge College century. The impact of industrialization, PSC-150, PSC-161, SOC-160, or PSY-160. \ZPUNJLY[PÄLKPUZ[Y\J[VYZ7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! nationalism, imperialism, and the growth CON-140. of new ideologies on the development and (SUR) SURVEY ______interaction of nations during the 19th and SUR-260 Land Survey Systems (2 credits) early 20th centuries will be examined. SUR-150 Land Survey (5 credits) This course will study the township This course is an introduction to the system in Western Canada, the Surveys SST-095 Social Studies 095 (5 credits) theory and practice of surveying, covering Act (Alberta) and the Manual of Standard This course is an in-depth study of the measurement of distances and vertical Practice. Not available for challenge or major political and economic systems and a and horizontal angles. 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This will include and presentation of data; measures of SUR-162 Survey Applications (3 credits) the performance of all survey activities descriptive statistics; probability and This course is an introduction to engineering related to the project. In addition, issues of probability distributions; statistical applications in surveying. Topics may mission planning and project budgeting will estimation and hypothesis testing; include horizontal, spiral and vertical be explored. Not available for supplemental. correlation and regression analysis, curves, slope staking and cross-sectioning, 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!:<9*VYLX\PZP[L! and methods of time series analysis. WYVÄSLZJVVYKPUH[LSH`V\[LSLJ[YVUPJKH[H :<9 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!)<: VY*7< transfer and global positioning systems terrain modeling. Course work will consist VM[OLVYL[PJHSHUKÄLSKHZZPNUTLU[Z5V[ H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! :<9HUK*(+

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SUR-263 Survey Calculations & Analysis (TAX) TAXATION ______TRG-199 Field Work (3 credits) (4 credits) ;OPZJV\YZLJV]LYZÄLSKL_WLYPLUJLPU This course allows students to analyse TAX-251 Taxation (5 credits) an approved agency setting designed to and solve a variety of standard survey This course covers income taxation in provide a more in-depth work experience in calculations including line-curb Canada for individuals and the self- the profession. All hours and assignments intersections, curb-curb intersections, employed. It includes a review of the must be accumulated and completed inaccessible points of intersection, etc. reports of the federal and various provincial K\YPUN(WYPSHUK4H`.YHKLK*95*9 Network adjustments will be covered. Not 9V`HS*VTTPZZPVUZVU[H_H[PVUWYVISLTZ 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!;9. H]HPSHISLMVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! associated with taxes payable by various :<9:;:4;/ types of corporate entities, and the Income TRG-200 Field Work (3 credits) Tax Act. 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TRG-251 Seminar (2 credits) Recreation (2 credits) This course is a culmination of the two years SUR-270 Engineering Surveys (5 credits) This course is an overview of the history, of study in therapeutic recreation. Topics This course enables students to recognize WOPSVZVWO`JVUJLW[ZHUKPZZ\LZPU[OLÄLSK requiring more emphasis will be covered of therapeutic recreation. The importance of and solve the problems associated with [OYV\NOYLZLHYJON\LZ[SLJ[\YLYZHUKÄLSK the survey of large construction projects. leisure activities and the common barriers trips. Topics include preliminary surveys for the to recreation participation are discussed. design of public works, water, sewer and Introductory information on a wide range TRG-253 Assessment (4 credits) roads. Surveying practices for specialized of disabilities and medical conditions This course covers the process of projects such as bridge construction, is provided, as well as descriptions of assessment, all forms of documentation, dam site monitoring and tunneling will be environments where therapeutic recreation individual treatment plans, and included. Not available for supplemental. support services may be available. A analyzing different assessment tools number of conceptual models of service, 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!:<9.,6 used in therapeutic recreation settings. including the Leisure Ability and Health 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!;9. SUR-275 Global Positioning Systems Protection/Health Promotion Models, are (4 credits) compared. Not open to supplemental. TRG-256 Therapeutic Intervention This course examines global positioning ,X\P]HSLU[[V;9.*VYLX\PZP[L! (3 credits) systems (GPS) for positional determination. HSP-150. 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TRG-263 Aging Disorders & Disabilities (TRS) TRANSPORT ______TRS-155 Weights and Dimensions (3 credits) (3 credits) This course is a survey of disorders and TRS-150 Transportation Legislation This course thoroughly examines the disabilities common to the aged from the (3 credits) Commercial Vehicle Weight and Dimension perspective of the therapeutic recreation This course examines various acts and 9LN\SH[PVU4H_PT\THSSV^LK^LPNO[Z professional. Topics include stroke, heart YLN\SH[PVUZYLSH[PUN[V[YHMÄJLUMVYJLTLU[ HUKKPTLUZPVUZ^PSSILKLÄULKHSVUN^P[O attack, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s -V\UKH[PVUSLNPZSH[PVUZ\JOHZ[OL;YHMÄJ the requirements for overweight and over disease, dementia, and other conditions. Safety Act, Gaming & Liquor Act and Fuel dimensional loads. Other topics examined 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!)06 Tax Act will be examined. 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This course focuses on the TRS-158 Emergency Vehicle Operations the various areas of programming, including scenarios encountered by commercial (3 credits) dance, music, horticulture, reminiscing, ]LOPJSLLUMVYJLTLU[VMÄJLYZHUKMVSSV^Z This emergency vehicle operations course cooking, sensory stimulation, humour, Alberta Infrastructure and Transportation PZWYV]PKLK[VMYVU[SPULWVSPJLVMÄJLYZHUK sports, games and outdoor activities. These Policy and Procedure. focuses on the fundamentals of vehicle skills are applicable to healthy, frail and mechanics, vehicle dynamics, braking disabled seniors so adaptive methods for TRS-152 Licensing (3 credits) procedures, collision avoidance and LHJOWYVNYHTHYLKPZJ\ZZLK7YLYLX\PZP[LZ! This course focuses on the proper licensing emergency response driving techniques. ;9.*VYLX\PZP[L!;9. 3SHI of vehicles and drivers. 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TRS-165 Transport Law (3 credits) WRI-150 Writing for Interactive Media This course is a comprehensive law course (3 credits) YLSH[PUN[V[YHMÄJLUMVYJLTLU[PZZ\LZ Telling a story concisely, and making the Initially, the course reviews foundation few words you do use share the stage with topics such as statutes, the Constitution images, sound, video, and animation, is one Act, sources of law and components of an of the more exciting and challenging areas offence. Next we examine how to process of communicating effectively with the new Federal and Provincial charges, including media. In this course, you will practice telling ZWLJPÄJPUZ[Y\J[PVUVUOV^[VHJJ\YH[LS` those stories, adding features to make complete the documents required to lay your narrative part of an interactive user a charge for both Federal and Provincial experience, whether the goal is information, offences. In addition, we will examine search education, or pure entertainment. Equivalent provisions and compelling attendance of to CAP-161. the accused to court. Finally, we will review court and evidence provisions and complete WRI-154 Media Research and Writing I the course by running a mock trial. (4 credits) This course is an introduction to delivering (TTC) TRAVEL & TOURISM ______news-related information in print and broadcast formats. It focuses on information TTC-251 Tourism Operations (4 credits) gathering and dissemination, including the This course will focus on the basic importance of accuracy and deadlines. concepts, methods and practices of tourism Beginning skills include understanding a management. It examines the tourism news story, using a style guide, interviewing, industry, the effects of tourism on society, note taking, and writing and supporting a developments and global forces shaping the lead. future of the industry. WRI-174 Media Research and Writing II (WRI) WRITING ______(4 credits) This course covers the writing of news stories for use by newspaper, radio, WRI-040 Writing 040 (5 credits) television, online and other media. The This course is to help students write clearly course deals with such areas as generating in complete sentences. It introduces basic Z[VY`PKLHZWYV]PKPUNZ\IQLJ[ZMVYWYVÄSLZ grammar and spelling skills. Not open to and features, employing interviews for supplemental. stories for newspapers, radio and television, and organizing news for delivery by WRI-045 Writing 045 (5 credits) newspapers, radio, television and other Students will continue to work on sentence- TLKPH7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!>90 writing skills, developing sentences and completing different types of forms and WRI-250 Commercial Writing I (2 credits) notes. They will continue working on This course covers study and practise in the grammar, mechanics and spelling skills. Not special techniques of writing commercials open to supplemental. for the broadcast media. Equivalent to CAP- WRI-050 Writing 050 (5 credits) Students will continue to work on sentence- WRI-257 Public Relations Writing writing skills and begin to work on writing (3 credits) paragraphs using the writing process. This course continues the development of Work will continue on developing grammar, writing skills for the public relations industry. punctuation, and spelling skills. Not open to Students will examine writing as it applies to supplemental. news releases, newsletters, annual reports, features and storyboards. Not available WRI-055 Writing 055 (5 credits) for supplemental. Equivalent to ENG-257. Students will demonstrate the use of the 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!>90 writing process to create a more clearly communicated message in a well-developed WRI-274 Commercial Writing II (2 credits) paragraph form. Students will continue to Students are required to write and produce develop grammar, mechanics and spelling JVTTLYJPHSZMVY\ZLVU*3**9HKPVHSVUN skills. Not open to supplemental. with assigned class projects. Not available MVYZ\WWSLTLU[HS,X\P]HSLU[[V*(7 7YLYLX\PZP[LZ!>90

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Whether you are a long way from our DELIVERY METHODS COURSE MATERIALS campus and would like to further your Distributed learning courses at Lethbridge Course materials and textbooks will be education through Distributed Learning College are offered in one of three different mailed to learners within one to two weeks opportunities, or you live right in Lethbridge MVYTH[Z! of registering in a course. Materials will HUK^HU[[V[HRLJV\YZLZ[OH[Ä[PU^P[O Print based – Students receive a include policy and procedure information for your schedule, we can help you reach your printed course manual and will be able completing the course. goals. Distributed Learning Services allows to mail assignments to the instructor; you to take individual courses, a portion of a however, some instructors may prefer to INSTRUCTORS WYVNYHTVYHJVTWSL[LJLY[PÄJH[LVYKPWSVTH communicate with students and accept Learners will be assigned an instructor for program – all without coming on campus. assignments through e-mail. each course at the time of registration. A Print based/Web enhanced – Students letter of introduction will be included with ;OYV\NO+PZ[YPI\[LK3LHYUPUN`V\JHU! receive a printed course manual and then course materials. The instructor will connect • Earn College credits without coming on are expected to access WebCT for some directly with the learner to receive and grade campus components of the course (for example, assignments and to answer any questions. • Choose courses and timelines that suit online discussions or online quizzes). Online your goals requirements for each course will vary. EXAM PROCESS • Complete a College program while still Online – Entire course is delivered in an Testing Services will provide access to working online format. This means that all the course supervised exams. Exam procedures will • Take courses which complement on- content is available on WebCT. Students vary among courses, and not all courses campus courses are expected to communicate with the have an exam component. For more instructor and other students in the class via information, read your course material and Our friendly registration staff will help you e-mail, class discussions, and group chats. contact your instructor. register, send out your course materials, and They also submit assignments electronically. WYVJLZZ`V\YÄUHSNYHKL Courses may use a variety of interactive, FEES online activities and resources. Visit the APPLICATION PROCESS VUSPULHJHKLTPJ[PTL[HISL[VÄUKV\[PMH Tuition Fee...... $70.25/credit Distributed Learning students apply to a course is print, web enhanced, or online. DL Development Fee...... $37.50/credit College program following the admission Athletic Fee...... JYLKP[ procedures outlined in this calendar. They COURSE REGISTRATION LCCSA Fee...... $1.33/credit should apply early to allow for admission 9LNPZ[YH[PVUZMVY+PZ[YPI\[LK3LHYUPUNHYL Technology Infrastructure Fee... $7.50/credit procedures. Once learners have been accepted at any time of the year; however, Embanet Fee (if course is delivered admitted, they can register for Distributed SLHYULYZ^PSSILHZZPNULKHZWLJPÄJ[LYT[V through eCampus Alberta) ...... $35.00/credit Learning courses by contacting the Student complete the course (January to April or :LY]PJLZVMÄJL(UV[OLYVW[PVUPZ[VHWWS`HZ May to August or September to December). The above fees do not include the cost an undeclared student which allows you to Available DL courses are listed in the of any textbook(s) or any supplementary take up to four courses (maximum two per 3L[OIYPKNL*VSSLNL*HSLUKHY-VYZWLJPÄJ materials that may be required for the term). term course offerings refer to the online completion of a course. Certain program academic timetable or contact the Program YH[LZWLYJYLKP[TH`]HY`MVYZWLJPÄJ Chair. New learners should contact their courses. Students are encouraged to Program Chair for course advisement. JVUÄYTZ\JO]HYPH[PVU^P[O[OL9LNPZ[YHY»Z 6MÄJLVY-PUHUJPHS:LY]PJLZ

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The following courses are available through *69 *YPZPZ4HUHNLTLU[ LAW 175 Procedural Law Distributed Learning. Consulting with the CPU 151 Introduction to Computers MGT 370 Correctional Management Program Chair or an Advisor is important CPU 251 Computer Applications MGT 375 Current Concepts in Correctional to ensure the best course selection for your ECE 151 Health, Safety and Nutrition Leadership career goals. Please see the corresponding ECE 154 Guiding Children’s Behaviour MTH 149 Pre-Calculus course descriptions as appropriate. Please ECE 155 Introduction to Early Childhood NSG 390 Professional and Clinical refer to the online academic timetable for ECE 156 Development Through Play Standards of Perioperative ZWLJPÄJHUKHJJ\YH[LZLTLZ[LYVMMLYPUNZ ECE 159 Children With Special Needs Nursing ,*,6IZLY]H[PVUHUK9LJVYKPUN NSG 391 Standards and Competencies of ACC 126 Accounting Basics ECE 162 Creative Experiences I :JY\I9VSL;OLVY` BIO 149 Intro to Physiology ,*, -PLSK7SHJLTLU[0 KH`Z NSG 392 Standards and Competencies of BIO 152 Physiology of Aging ,*, -PLSK7SHJLTLU[00KH`Z *PYJ\SH[PUN9VSL;OLVY` CAP 165 Media Tech Visual I ECE 251 Diversity in ECE PED 153 Training & Personalized Fitness CAP 170 Communication Law ECE 252 Child and Family PED 155 Applied Anatomy & Kinesiology CAP 175 Media Tech Visual II ECE 253 Family and Community PED 157 Health, Wellness and Fitness CAP 257 New Media for Journalists ECE 257 Organization and Administration PED 160 Weight Training & Exercise CAP 262 Editing I ECE 260 Infant and Toddler Programming PED 250 Defence & Tactics *(7 4HNHaPUL+LZPNU ECE 262 Creative Experiences II PGM 320 Turf Management *(7 7YPU[1V\YUHSPZT00 ECE 263 Creative Experiences III PGM 330 Food & Beverage Management I CIT 154 Programming in C ECE 264 Pre-school Programming PGM 335 Food & Beverage Management II CIT 163 Database Management Systems ECE 266 Team Building 79: :WLLJO CJP 160 Introduction to the CJ System ECE 270 Inclusion of Children with Special 79: ,MMLJ[P]L7YLZLU[H[PVUHUK CJP 161 Ethics & Interpersonal Skills in CJ Needs Speech CJP 175 Interviewing ,*, -PLSK7SHJLTLU[000KH`Z PSY 160 Introduction to Psychology *17 3H^@V\[OHUK@V\UN6MMLUKLYZ ,*, -PLSK7SHJLTLU[0=KH`Z PSY 170 Human Development Across the *17 +P]LYZP[`0ZZ\LZPU*YPTPUHS ,+< 9VSLVM[OL:WLJPHS5LLKZ Lifespan Justice Educational Assistant PSY 171 Child Growth and Development *17 (S[LYUH[P]L+PZW\[L9LZVS\[PVU EDU 155 Math Instructional Support PSY 177 Psychology of Aging CJP 250 Enforcement Techniques EDU 156 Language Arts Instructional PSY 250 Educational Psychology *17 5V[LIVVRZHUK9LWVY[Z Support PSY 260 Abnormal Psychology *17 ;YHMÄJ,UMVYJLTLU[ ENF 155 Properties of Engineering Material PSY 365 Behavioural Management in *17 *YPTPUVSVN` ENG 150 Composition Corrections *17 ,]PKLUJL *V\Y[7YVJLK\YLZ ENG 156 Business Writing 9:7 *VTT\UP[`9LOHIPSP[H[PVU *17 *YPZPZ0U[LY]LU[PVU ENG 175 English Composition I 9:7 6IZLY]H[PVUHUK(ZZLZZTLU[ *640U[LYWLYZVUHS9LSH[PVUZOPWZHUK ENG 176 English Composition II 9:7 (WWSPLK)LOH]PV\Y(UHS`ZPZ Communication ,5. *OPSKYLU»Z3P[LYH[\YL 9:7 .LULYHS/LHS[O*HYL0 *64 /LSWPUN9LSH[PVUZOPWZ FAS 150 Diagnosis of FASD 9:7 0U[YVK\J[PVU[V9LJYLH[PVU *64 *VYYLJ[PVUHS9LWVY[>YP[PUN FAS 155 Intervention Strategies for FASD Leisure *69 0U[YVK\J[PVU[V*VYYLJ[PVUZ FAS 165 Practicum in FASD 9:7 .LULYHS/LHS[O*HYL00 *69 +Y\NZPU*VYYLJ[PVUZ FWK 160 Field Placement I (100 hours) 9:7 0UKP]PK\HS0UZ[Y\J[PVUHS7SHUZ *69 *VYYLJ[PVUZ(KTPUPZ[YH[PVU FWK 163 Field Placement II 9:7 (K]HUJLK;YLH[TLU[ *69 *VYYLJ[PVUHS*HZL^VYRHUK FWK 272 Corrections Practicum I (or 9:7 -HTPS`:\WWVY[ 0U[LY]LU[PVU Counselling approved elective) SOC 150 Multicultural Seminar *69 *VYYLJ[PVUHS4L[OVKZ FWK 273 Corrections Practicum II SOC 160 Introduction to Sociology *69 *YPZPZ9LZVS\[PVU HSP 125 Medication Administration for SOC 255 Special Needs Offenders *69 *YPTL9LSH[LK=PJ[PTVSVN` Paraprofessionals ;9. 0U[YV[V;OLYHWL\[PJ9LJYLH[PVU *69 =PVSLUJLHUK*YPTPUHS)LOH]PV\Y HSP 150 Foundations of Human Services ;9. ;OLYHWL\[PJ9LJYLH[PVU7YVNYHT *69 (IVYPNPUHS7LVWSLZPU*VYYLJ[PVUZ HSP 151 Family Systems and Development Planning I *69 ;OL7YVMLZZPVUHS*VYYLJ[PVUHS HSP 160 Community Linkages ;9. 3LHKLYZOPW;OLVY` Worker HUM 350 Ethics and Correctional Issues ;9. (ZZLZZTLU[ *69 >VTLUPU*VYYLJ[PVUZ LAW 165 Criminal Law ;9. -P[ULZZMVY[OL(NPUN *69 1\Z[PJLPU*VTT\UP[` LAW 170 Correctional Law ;9. (KTPUPZ[YH[PVU7YHJ[PJLZ

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TYPES OF ACCOMMODATION APPLICATION OFF-CAMPUS (SS\UP[ZHYLM\SS`ºZLSMJVU[HPULK»`V\ Students are encouraged to apply for ACCOMMODATION only need to bring your personal items 9LZPKLUJLH[[OLZHTL[PTLHZ[OL`OH]L ;OL9LZPKLUJL3PML6MÄJLTHPU[HPUZHU (bedding, towels, etc.). Both residences apply for their academic program. You must up-to-date registry of accommodations MLH[\YLH*LU[YHS9LZPKLUJL3PMLI\PSKPUN be a full-time registered student at Letbridge in Lethbridge and surrounding and courtyard. College to move into residence. A $100 community. If a student wishes to live refundable application fee must accompany VMMJHTW\ZH]PZP[[V[OL9LNPZ[Y` *\SSLU9LZPKLUJLZ!;OPY[`MV\Y your application. This application fee will )VHYK^PSSILOLSWM\S;OLVMÄJLKVLZ townhouses provide many advantages become your security deposit while you are a not screen the listings nor make for those students wanting affordable YLZPKLU[(JJLW[HUJLPU[V9LZPKLUJLPZTHKLPU arrangements for the student. The on-campus accommodation. Each accordance with established procedures. arrangements and contracts between townhouse (approximately 1,100 square the student and the landlord are feet) has three levels, four bedrooms, two RE-ADMISSION completely independent. If students bathrooms, a dining room, and completely :[\KLU[ZSP]PUNPU9LZPKLUJLK\YPUN[OL-HSS wish advice about their living furnished kitchen and living room. Term are eligible to return in the Winter Term, HYYHUNLTLU[Z;OL9LZPKLUJL3PMLZ[HMM provided they are continuing as full-time is available for consultation. Forty-four, two-bedroom suites (10 Z[\KLU[Z:[\KLU[ZSP]PUNPU9LZPKLUJLPU[OL KLZPNULKZWLJPÄJHSS`MVY[OLWO`ZPJHSS` Winter Term wishing to return in the Fall must For additional information, challenged) provide semi-private living for reapply. JVU[HJ[\ZH[! those who prefer this arrangement. Each 9LZPKLUJL3PML6MÄJL suite is equipped with a four-piece bath, RESIDENCE FEES 3010 College Drive South, furnished living room and kitchenette The following fees were under review at the 3L[OIYPKNL();2 ( (suites for the physically challenged have time of printing and are subject to change; 7/! complete kitchens). Eight family units JOLJR^P[O[OL9LZPKLUJL3PML6MÄJL(KKP[PVUHS -(?! are also available. The units, designed KH`ZV\[ZPKLVM[OVZLZWLJPÄLKVU[OLJVU[YHJ[ 6MÄJL/V\YZ! !HT!WT for families of four, include all the basic will be charged for separately. The parking fee YLZSPML'SL[OIYPKNLJVSSLNLHIJH amenities, plus a shared basement. is $50 per 16-week term. All suites are equipped with furniture, cooking and eating utensils, etc. Students Room Type must provide their own towels, linens and other personal items. Townhouse, super single bedroom (Cullen) Townhouse, single bedroom (Cullen) [O(]LU\L9LZPKLUJLZ!;OL[O Townhouse, single bedroom (30 Avenue) (]LU\L9LZPKLUJLZWYV]PKLOV\ZPUN[V Two-bedroom suite, single bedroom (Cullen) Z[\KLU[ZPUJV[[HNLZ[`SL\UP[Z,HJO Family Unit furnished suite has four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen. METHOD OF PAYMENT Payment of fees is on a term basis, except in the case of family units, where the fees are paid monthly. Payment may be made by VISA, MasterCard, money order, cheque or debit. (WWSPJH[PVUMVY9LZPKLUJL www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca

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All Resident Units at Lethbridge College are smoke free. Please complete all sections on both sides of the application form. Applications that are not complete will be returned.

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Single bedroom in a Cullen Townhouse (there are 3 single bedrooms & 1 super-single bedroom in each Cullen Townhouse)

Super-single bedroom in a Cullen Townhouse (there is 1 super-single bedroom & 3 single bedrooms in each Cullen Townhouse)

Single bedroom in a 30th Avenue Townhouse (there are 4 bedrooms in each 30th Avenue Townhouse)

Single bedroom in a Two-bedroom Suite (there are 2 bedrooms in each Suite)

Family Unit (there are 2 bedrooms in each Unit; recommended for families of 4 or less)

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Our mission at Lethbridge College Residence Life is: to develop a community within the Lethbridge College Residences that encourages responsible citizenship with a concern for others that promotes learning.

When placing residents in our units we will use the following information and will attempt to accommodate all requests. However, there is no guarantee that all preferences will be met.

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To the best of my knowledge I am in good health. I have a medical condition(s) or disability(s) which I would like to disclose to assist in the selection of accommodation.

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Card Number: ______Master Card Visa Expiry Date (MM) ____ (YY) ______Name of Cardholder (please print) ______Signature of Cardholder ______

PERSONAL INFORMATION (please type or print clearly) Last Name (legal): ______First Name:______Middle Name:______List All Former Names (if applicable i.e. maiden name): ______Permanent Address Street, Avenue, P.O. Box Number: ______City or Town: ______Province: ______Postal Code: ______Country: ______Home Phone: ( ) ______Business Phone: ( ) ______Cell Phone: ( ) ______

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Declaration of Consent I certify that I have read and understood all the instructions and information accompanying this application form. I declare that the information given in this application and that all statements made in connection with this application are true and complete. I understand that falsifying documents or information on this application may result in not being admitted into the program or the College, or permanent dismissal from the College. If admitted, I agree to comply with all rules and regulations in existence or as amended from time to time by the Board of Governors of Lethbridge Community College.

Signature: ______Date: ______

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The personal information requested on this form is collected and protected under the authority of the Alberta Post-secondary Learning Act, the Alberta Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act, the Canada Student Financial Assistance Act, the Canada Student Loans Act and the Income Tax Act.

This information is used to determine and verify your eligibility for admission to a program of studies at Lethbridge Community College, and will form part of the student record. If you are accepted, your information will be used to facilitate your registration and for internal operational purposes including administering and evaluating College programs, facilitating the scholarship and awards program, for income tax purposes, for statistical purposes and for other uses consistent with these purposes. Information may be disclosed to the Alberta government for statistical, funding, planning, policy development, reporting, and research purposes, [V[OL(SILY[H:JOVSHYZOPW-V\UKH[PVUMVYZ[\KLU[H^HYKUVTPUH[PVU]LYPÄJH[PVUW\YWVZLZ[V[OL(SILY[H:[\KLU[Z-PUHUJL)VHYKMVYZ[\KLU[SVHUYLWVY[PUNW\YWVZLZHUK[V[OL3**:[\KLU[Z»(ZZVJPH[PVUHUK[OL 3**(S\TUP(ZZVJPH[PVUPUHJJVYKHUJL^P[OJVU[YHJ[\HSHNYLLTLU[Z;OLMVSSV^PUNPUMVYTH[PVUPZKLÄULKHZ[OLZ[\KLU[»ZW\ISPJYLJVYK!UHTLKH[LZVMYLNPZ[YH[PVUHUKNYHK\H[PVUHJHKLTPJWYVNYHTHUKJYLKLU[PHS H^HYKLK(SSV[OLYKH[HVU[OLZ[\KLU[YLJVYKPZJVUZPKLYLKJVUÄKLU[PHSHUK^PSSILJVSSLJ[LK\ZLKHUKKPZJSVZLKPUHJJVYKHUJL^P[O[OL-607(J[

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GRADING – POLICY 2.18 (UNDER REVIEW FOR JULY 1, 2007)

6ULVM[OLTVZ[ILULÄJPHSHZWLJ[ZVMVUJHTW\ZJSHZZLZPZ[OLPU[LYHJ[PVU^P[OV\YL_WLYPLUJLKMHJ\S[`HUKMLSSV^Z[\KLU[Z,]LY`VULPZ encouraged to have regular and punctual attendance in class and laboratory sessions. Instructors consider attendance an important factor PUKL[LYTPUPUN[OLÄUHSNYHKLPUHJV\YZL(UPUZ[Y\J[VY\WVU[OLHWWYV]HSVM[OLPY+LHUTH`ZL[H[[LUKHUJLYLX\PYLTLU[ZMVYHZWLJPÄJ course. Such requirements will be included with the written course objectives given to students at the beginning of each term and non- JVTWSPHUJLJV\SKYLZ\S[PUHUº(-»NYHKL

Lethbridge College uses an alpha grading system to indicate academic performance of all registrants in credit courses. The evaluation of a Z[\KLU[»ZHJHKLTPJ^VYRPZIHZLKVU[OLMVSSV^PUNSL[[LYNYHKPUNZ`Z[LT!

Grade Grade Point Explanation A+ 4.0 Excellent A 4.0 Excellent A- 3.7 Excellent B+ 3.3 Good B 3.0 Good B- 2.7 Good C+ 2.3 Satisfactory

C 2.0 Satisfactory C- 1.7 Satisfactory D+ 1.3 Minimal Pass D 1.0 Minimal Pass F 0.0 Failure • If a failed course is successfully repeated, the original F and the passing grade will both show on the student’s permanent record. The lower grade is removed from the GPA calculation.

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9> 0.0 9LX\PYLK[V>P[OKYH^ W NIL Withdrawal Without Prejudice • Not calculated in the grade point average. If withdrawal from a course is prior to the elapse of the add/drop period or extended drop period, the course will not be recorded on the academic record. Withdrawal after the extended drop period and prior to 66 percent of the term elapsing, the academic record will show “W”. After this point in time, no course drops will be allowed and a grade other than “W” will be assigned.

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.9(+,7605;(=,9(., GRADING SYSTEM (NON-CREDIT COURSES) - The average measure of performance in credit courses is determined POLICY 2.19 by the Grade Point Average. The GPA is determined by multiplying the number of credits in the course by the grade point value Non-credit courses requiring an evaluative grading symbol will use assigned to the grade assigned in the course. This is totaled for all [OLMVSSV^PUN! courses in a term or program, and the result is divided by the total number of credits. Grade Grade Point Explanation EXC NIL Excellent - exceptional performance in ,_HTWSL!0U[OL-HSS[LYTHZ[\KLU[YLJLP]LKHU¸(¹PU,UNSPZO meeting course requirements H¸)¹PU4HYRL[PUN H¸)¹PU(JJV\U[PUNHUKH¸*¹PU )\ZPULZZ;VJHSJ\SH[L[OLZ[\KLU[»Z.7(MVY[OL;LYT! 79- 503 7YVÄJPLU[JV\YZLYLX\PYLTLU[ZOH]LILLU met Course Credit Final Grade Weighed Points 579 503 5V[WYVÄJPLU[JV\YZLYLX\PYLTLU[ZOH]L Value Grade Points not been met ENG 156 3.0 A 4.0 3.0 x 4.0 = 12.0 5VUJYLKP[JV\YZLZYLX\PYPUNH[[LUKHUJLIHZLKNYHKPUN! 42; 5.0 B+ 3.3 5.0 x 3.3 = 16.5 Grade Grade Point Explanation ACC 170 4.0 B 3.0 4.0 x 3.0 = 12.0 (;; 503 ([[LUKLKH[SLHZ[ VMJV\YZLJSHZZLZ BUS 170 4.0 C+ 2.3 4.0 x 2.3 = 9.2 5; 503 ([[LUKLKSLZZ[OHU VMJV\YZLJSHZZLZ

Total 16.0 49.7 5VUJYLKP[JV\YZLZYLX\PYPUNYLNPZ[YH[PVUYLJVYKZVUS`!

Grade Point Average = Total Weighted Grade Points Grade Grade Point Explanation Total number of credits 5.9 503 5VNYHKLYLX\PYLKVYZ\ITP[[LKMVY[OPZ course Grade Point Average = 49.7 Weighted Grade Points 16.0 Credits NIL Grade Points are not calculated into the Grade Point Average.

Grade Point Average = 3.106 Grade Reports Final grades for each term of study are available to students online. A minimum cumulative program GPA of 1.50 is required for These are available following the Fall, Winter, Summer and Spring graduation from a program. Degree Audit reports indicate program terms. Marks may be withheld for any outstanding indebtedness to .7(Z9LWLH[JV\YZLZHUKNYHKLZ^PSSYLTHPUVU[YHUZJYPW[Z the College. however, only the highest grade will be used in Degree Audit for program GPA calculation. Transcripts A transcript of a student’s academic record at Lethbridge College ^PSSILPZZ\LKI`[OL9LNPZ[YHY»Z6MÄJL\WVUYLJLPW[VM^YP[[LU authorization from the student. A transcript fee will be assessed. ;YHUZJYPW[Z^PSSIL^P[OOLSKPMHZ[\KLU[PZÄUHUJPHSS`PUKLI[LK[V[OL College.

Supplemental Examinations To be eligible for supplemental status, a course must have a JVTWYLOLUZP]LÄUHSL_HT*V\YZLZUV[VWLU[VZ\WWSLTLU[HS examination are designated in the course description section of the Calendar. A student who wishes to write a supplemental examination T\Z[HWWS`[V[OL9LNPZ[YHYUVTVYL[OHUMV\Y^LLRZHM[LY[OLLUK of term in which the course was taken. The examination must be written before the end of the immediately succeeding term, except in courses that are prerequisite to a sequential course to be taken in the immediately succeeding term in which case the examination must be written no later than the opening day of that term.

Applications for the supplemental examination are available from the 9LNPZ[YHY»Z6MÄJL;OLZ\WWSLTLU[HSL_HTPUH[PVU^PSSOH]L[OLZHTL ]HS\LPUJV\YZLNYHKLKL[LYTPUH[PVUHZ[OLVYPNPUHSÄUHSL_HTPUH[PVU ;OLZ\WWSLTLU[HSL_HTPUH[PVUTHYR^PSSYLWSHJL[OLVYPNPUHSÄUHS L_HTPUH[PVUTHYRPUKL[LYTPUPUN[OLÄUHSNYHKLPU[OLJV\YZL( student will be allowed one supplemental exam per course, per term.

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ACADEMIC STANDING - POLICY 2.11 REGISTRATION AND ADD/DROP CHANGES – POLICY 3.9

Lethbridge College supports academic excellence and encourages All changes, including course additions and deletions, must learner success through academic achievement. Students who ILZ\ITP[[LK[V[OL9LNPZ[YHY»ZVMÄJLVUHUVMÄJPHS*OHUNLVM do not meet minimum academic requirements will be placed on 9LNPZ[YH[PVUMVYT:[\KLU[Z^PSSYLJLP]LJYLKP[VUS`MVY[OVZLJV\YZLZ WYVIH[PVUHUKTH`ILKPZX\HSPÄLKMYVTM\Y[OLYYLNPZ[YH[PVU PU^OPJO[OL`HYLVMÄJPHSS`YLNPZ[LYLK

We recommend students should attend at least one class session Academic Standing Description to determine whether or not they choose to continue with a course Honours A student with a term grade point in which they have enrolled. Students dropping courses within average of 3.5 or higher. the add/drop period as stated in the guidelines will not have the course carried forward as part of their academic transcript. The Good Standing A student with a term grade point add period and drop period are equal in length to provide students average of 1.5 or higher but less than an opportunity to add courses from the vacancies created through 3.5. dropped courses.

Probation A student with a term grade point Course Add/Drop H]LYHNLVMSLZZ[OHUÄYZ[ The time period for students to add or drop courses is six business occurrence). days from the beginning of the term. +PZX\HSPÄJH[PVU A student with a current academic standing of probation who achieves a Extended Drop Period term grade point average of less than Students may drop individual credit courses during the Extended 1.5 in the subsequent term will be Drop Period without any academic record of their enrolment. withdrawn and prohibited from further (ÄUHUJPHSWLUHS[`PZHZZLZZLKMVYJV\YZLZKYVWWLKK\YPUN[OL registration. Extended Drop Period. The Extended Drop Period ends 15 business days from the beginning of the term. No record of courses dropped during the Add/Drop Period or the Extended Drop Period will appear Students admitted with conditions and on the student’s academic transcript. Fees for course registration who do not meet these conditions may changes made during the Add/Drop Period or the Extended Drop ILKPZX\HSPÄLKHUKWYVOPIP[LKMYVT Period are due at the time of registration. further registration. Withdraw Periods Nursing Students Students are able to withdraw after the Extended Drop Period and Please see the Academic Standards section listed in the Nursing will be graded a “W” grade. The allowable withdraw period extends program description in this calendar. from the 16th business day in a regular term to 66 percent of the length of the term. Students remaining enrolled in courses after the UNDECLARED STUDENT STATUS – POLICY 3.1 66 percent deadline will be assigned an academic grade. Courses from which a student has withdrawn and has been given a “W” A student wishing to register in Lethbridge College credit courses grade are not calculated in the GPA. No tuition refund is available to ^P[OV\[THRPUNHJVTTP[TLU[[VHZWLJPÄJWYVNYHTTH`YLNPZ[LY a student for a “W” graded course. as an Undeclared Student. Undeclared Students are required to Z\ITP[HKTPZZPVUZPUMVYTH[PVU[V[OL9LNPZ[YHY»Z6MÄJLHSVUN^P[O Withdrawal From The College HUHWWSPJH[PVUMLLWYPVY[VYLNPZ[LYPUNPUJYLKP[JV\YZLZ9LZ[YPJ[PVUZ Students who wish to withdraw from the College before two-thirds may be placed on the number of credit courses in which an VM[OL[LYTOHZLSHWZLKT\Z[JVTWSL[LHUVMÄJPHS>P[OKYH^HS-VYT Undeclared Student can enroll. H]HPSHISLPU[OL9LNPZ[YHY»Z6MÄJL

For information on refunds resulting from course withdrawals, please refer to Credit Tuition Fee Policy 4.5. Consult the Academic Schedule of this Calendar or the timetable for important dates.

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ACADEMIC CREDITS – POLICY 2.25 Student Government Credits may be awarded for Lethbridge College Students’ Lethbridge College recognizes learning that occurs outside of Association (LCCSA) experience. Credits awarded are the traditional credit course environment. Skills, knowledge commensurate with the learner’s level of responsibility in student and competencies acquired through work, informal and formal government. Students may earn up to 4 credits per year for education, training, self-study or volunteer activities are evaluated participation in the Students’ Council or LCCSA Executive. Credits and Lethbridge College academic credits for equivalent outcomes are awarded at the end of the term and do not contribute to the may be assigned. Credits awarded through prior learning, advance student’s credit requirements for student loans or grants. However, credit, student government or athletic participation are not included these credits may be used as electives to meet graduation in the 25 percent residency requirement at Lethbridge College. requirements as approved by the Dean. Awarding of credits for student government experience is the responsibility of the Vice- Prior Learning Assessment President of Enrolment Management & Learner Services, the Credit may be awarded as a result of an assessment of prior learning President of the LCC Students’ Association (or the Executive Vice- NHPULKMYVT[OLMVSSV^PUN[`WLZVML_WLYPLU[PHSSLHYUPUN! President in the case of evaluating the President’s participation), and a) work experience a faculty member appointed by the LCC Faculty Association. b) informal education and training c) self-study Athletics d) volunteer activities Credits are awarded to athletes for their participation on Lethbridge e) other life experiences College intercollegiate teams commensurate with the athlete’s level of participation. Students can earn up to 3 credits per year as Applicants are required to demonstrate the skills, knowledge or a result of being selected to play on one of Lethbridge College’s JVTWL[LUJ`H[[HPULK*VU[LU[L_WLY[ZMYVT[OLZWLJPÄJWYVNYHT intercollegiate athletic teams. Credit is granted by the Lethbridge area will use a variety of assessment tools which may include, College Athletic Director and the credits may be used to meet but are not limited to, portfolios, oral presentations or challenge graduation requirements upon approval of the appropriate Dean. examinations. Credit is awarded at the end of the term and does not contribute to the student’s credit requirements for student loans or grants. In consultation with the Program Leader (or designate), the learner develops an appropriate means of presentation and demonstration CONVOCATION – POLICY 3.6 (UNDER REVIEW) of those competencies. The presentation is assessed and any applicable credits are awarded. Prior Learning Credits (PLC) Students who have successfully completed or are currently enrolled H^HYKLKHYLYLWVY[LK[V[OL9LNPZ[YHY»Z6MÄJLHUKYLJVYKLKVU[OL in the necessary courses to complete graduation requirements, Z[\KLU[»Z[YHUZJYPW[;OL9LNPZ[YHY»Z6MÄJLUV[PÄLZ[OLZ[\KLU[VM[OL as stipulated in the program section of the Calendar, are eligible academic credits awarded. to participate in convocation ceremonies. Students enrolled in the ÄUHSJV\YZLZYLX\PYLK[VJVTWSL[LH3L[OIYPKNL*VSSLNLJYLKLU[PHS Post-secondary Study PUJS\KPUN[OLÄUHSWLYPVKVMHUHWWYLU[PJLZOPWWYVNYHTHYL Advance credit may be awarded as a result of evaluation of courses eligible to convocate. Convocation is traditionally an exciting event completed at other colleges, technical institutes or universities. for any post-secondary institution. Faculty, staff, administration :[\KLU[Z^PSSZ\ITP[VMÄJPHS[YHUZJYPW[Z[V[OL3L[OIYPKNL*VSSLNL and students have the opportunity to parade in regalia signifying 9LNPZ[YHY»Z6MÄJLMVYL]HS\H[PVU5VYTHSS`JV\YZLZJVTWSL[LK completion of education. All eligible students are encouraged to in the 10 years prior to admission to the program in which the attend Lethbridge College convocation ceremonies. student has earned passing grades are considered for evaluation. Courses completed more than 10 years prior to admission may only ILJVUZPKLYLK\WVUYLJVTTLUKH[PVUVM[OL+LHUHUK9LNPZ[YHY Students may be asked to submit course outlines. The advance credit is recorded on the Lethbridge College transcript and the Z[\KLU[HUK[OLHJHKLTPJ7YVNYHT3LHKLYHYLUV[PÄLKVMHSS advance credit awards.

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To qualify for graduation from a program, students must be admitted Lethbridge College recognizes successful participants of various to the program and meet the graduation requirements governing programs through the issuance of credentials consistent with the academic year of their last admission to the program. Students the standards of academic excellence and the approval of the must achieve a cumulative program GPA of at least 1.50 in order to Lethbridge College Board of Governors and Alberta Advanced graduate. Education. The following credentials have been approved through [OPZWYVJLZZ! • Students achieving a cumulative program GPA of at least 3.50 and • Applied Degree OH]PUNUVNYHKLSLZZ[OHUHG*»^PSSOH]L[OL^VYKº/656<9:» • Diploma HMÄ_LK[V[OLPYWHYJOTLU[ *LY[PÄJH[L • A minimum 25 percent of the total credits required for a Lethbridge • Credential of Academic Achievement College credential must be completed through enrolment in • Credential of Achievement Lethbridge College credit courses. Credits earned through Prior *LY[PÄJH[LVM:WLJPHSPaH[PVU Learning, Student Government, Athletics Participation, and 9LJVNUP[PVUVM(JOPL]LTLU[ Advance Credit awarded for work completed at another post- secondary institution are not considered as part of the 25 percent Multiple Parchments minimum requirement. An individual can earn up to three parchments for any program or 7HYJOTLU[Z^PSSIL^P[OOLSKMYVTNYHK\H[LZWSHJLKVUÄUHUJPHS WYVNYHTHYLHZWLJPÄLKJV\YZLZ^OPJOSLHK[VHMVYTHSS`HWWYV]LK hold for outstanding debts at Lethbridge College. JYLKLU[PHSPUJS\KPUNJLY[PÄJH[LZVUL`LHYHUKKPWSVTHZ[^V`LHYZ MVYHYLHZVMZWLJPHSPaH[PVU^OLU! Residency Requirements • the program has approval from Alberta Advanced In order to graduate with a Lethbridge College credential, students ,K\JH[PVU[VVMMLYHJLY[PÄJH[LHUKVYKPWSVTH HYLYLX\PYLK[VTLL[YLZPKLUJ`JYP[LYPH9LZPKLUJ`LUZ\YLZH • each program specialization has been approved. minimum standard, quality and program content for credentials • each program specialization varies from other issued by Lethbridge College. A minimum 25 percent of the total specializations within the program by a minimum of 25 credits required for a Lethbridge College credential must be percent of total program credits. completed through enrolment in Lethbridge College credit courses. [OLUVYTHSWYVNYLZZPVUPZMYVTJLY[PÄJH[L[VKPWSVTH Credit programs are described by the number of credits required I`VYPUJS\KLKPUWHYJOTLU[ZVYJYLKLU[PHSZH^HYKLKMVYZWLJPÄJ After a period of seven years, a student may re-apply in the same WYVNYHTZ;O\ZHWYVNYHTVM JYLKP[Z^V\SKOH]LH3L[OIYPKNL ÄLSKVMVYPNPUHSZ[\K`HUKILLSPNPISLMVYHKKP[PVUHSWHYJOTLU[Z College residency requirement of 25 percent or 22 Lethbridge *LY[PÄJH[LZVM:WLJPHSPaH[PVUHYLL_JS\KLKMYVT[OPZWVSPJ` College credits.

Minimum GPA requirements are set institutionally. Additional graduation requirements may be stipulated under the section ¸.YHK\H[PVU9LX\PYLTLU[Z¹PU[OL3L[OIYPKNL*VSSLNL*HSLUKHY governing the academic year of their last admission to the program. *YLKP[Z[V^HYKHZWLJPÄJWHYJOTLU[JHUILLHYULK^OPSLZ[\KLU[Z HYLLUYVSSLKPUHUV[OLYWYVNYHT,_HTWSLZ!.LULYHS:[\KPLZVY Undeclared Status)

The following types of earned credit are not included in the minimum YLZPKLUJ`YLX\PYLTLU[Z! • Prior Learning Credits • Student Government Credits • Athletics Participation Credits • Credit earned through Advance Credit awarded for work completed at another institution

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ACADEMIC ACCOMMODATION FOR STUDENTS WITH Responsibilities of Students with Disabilities DISABILITIES – POLICY 2.13 Every student with a disability at Lethbridge College who seeks HJHKLTPJHJJVTTVKH[PVUOHZHYLZWVUZPIPSP[`[VKV[OLMVSSV^PUN! Lethbridge College recognizes its duty to provide academic 1. Provide relevant and current (within the past 3 years) accommodation to students with disabilities. The College will, where documentation to the Disability Counsellor outlining the nature reasonable, remove barriers and provide opportunities to students of the disability, the impact of the disability on academic and with disabilities within the limits of its resources, and having due classroom performance and suggested or recommended regard to the rights and entitlements of other students and College accommodations. staff who may be affected.The College will enable students with 2. Submit all documentation for accommodations to the Disability disabilities to access College services, programs, and facilities, Counsellor in a timely manner (normally a minimum of 3 months in and to be welcomed as participating members of the College advance), to allow for the arrangement of accommodations. For community. The College’s goal is to ensure fair treatment of all example, submit in June for September accommodations. students, including students with disabilities, in accordance with 3. Submit separate accommodation requests to the Disability their distinct needs, and without compromising academic standards Counsellor for each term or module of instruction. and principles. 4. Contact the Disability Counsellor when accommodation requests need to be adjusted to better meet needs or in the case of a In brief, Lethbridge College will: change in needs. 1. Ensure that individuals with disabilities are equally considered 5. Discuss accommodation requests with each instructor at for admission to programs for which they meet the admission the beginning of each term, and monitor the effectiveness of requirements. accommodations throughout the term. The Disability Counsellor 2. Provide admission accommodation according to the same will contact instructors if requested to do so by the student. requirements of ongoing academic accommodations, upon -VSSV^ZWLJPÄJWYVJLK\YLZHUKPUZ[Y\J[PVUZYLSH[LK[VLHJO YLX\LZ[HZV\[SPULKPU[OL9LZWVUZPIPSP[PLZVM:[\KLU[Z^P[O accommodation. Exam accommodations may be different Disabilities section of this policy. for each exam, depending upon content, instructor style, and 3. Make its courses and programs accessible to students with changes made to facilitate success. Accommodations involving disabilities in accordance with human rights legislation. contracts for services may have separate procedures and 9L]PL^KVJ\TLU[H[PVU[VLUZ\YL[OH[YLJVTTLUKH[PVUZHUK requirements. decisions regarding accommodation are based on appropriate WYVMLZZPVUHSVYTLKPJHSPUMVYTH[PVUHUKHZZPZ[Z[\KLU[ZPUÄUKPUN Cost of Services satisfactory and workable accommodations. 1. When students with disabilities require special equipment or 5. Provide reasonable accommodations to students with disabilities. services in order for them to participate in the learning process, 6. Ensure that faculty and staff are familiar with policies and the primary responsibility for the provision of such equipment procedures regarding persons with disabilities. or services shall rest with the student. These may include, but 9LZWLJ[HSSPUMVYTH[PVUNH[OLYLK\UKLY[OPZWVSPJ`HZJVUÄKLU[PHS HYLUV[SPTP[LK[V!LK\JH[PVUHSHZZPZ[HU[ZHZZPZ[P]L[LJOUVSVN` and protected according to FOIP policy and principles. PU[LYWYL[LYZHUKTH[LYPHSZTVKPÄJH[PVU ,UZ\YL[OH[KPZ[YPI\[PVUVYH]HPSHIPSP[`VMHSSPUZ[Y\J[PVUHSTH[LYPHSZ ;OL+PZHIPSP[`*V\UZLSSVY^PSSLZ[HISPZOHMLLZ[Y\J[\YLMVYZWLJPÄJ under this policy adheres to protection of intellectual property assistive services. This will assist students in completing student principles, as provided through the Canadian Copyright Act and loan or grant application forms. other relevant legislation. 9. Ensure that the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities are addressed during future renovation or construction projects or initiatives.

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STUDENT RECORDS – (COLLECTION, ACCESS TO AND )YLHJOVM*SPLU[(NLUJ`*VUÄKLU[PHSP[` DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION) 3.5 Any student enrolled in a program that involves client care or work experience must recognize that information concerning clients or Lethbridge College values the student’s right to privacy and HNLUJPLZPZJVUÄKLU[PHS)YLHJOVM[OPZJVUÄKLU[PHSP[`QLVWHYKPaLZ balances this right with the institution’s need to know. Student agreements made between the Lethbridge College and institutions information is collected, used and disclosed in compliance with willing to accept students for practicum experiences. Any student the privacy and access provisions in the Post Secondary Learning ^OVYLSLHZLZJVUÄKLU[PHSPUMVYTH[PVUHIV\[HJSPLU[VYHNLUJ`[V Act of Alberta, the Alberta Freedom of Information and Protection unauthorized individuals may be suspended from the course. of Privacy (FOIP) legislation as well as Lethbridge College’s own records management policy and procedures. Lethbridge College STUDENT RIGHTS/RESPONSIBILITIES AND BEHAVIOUR collects and maintains records of a sensitive nature. Lethbridge – POLICY 3.12 College respects the privacy of the individual and promotes professional and ethical conduct within the College community, Lethbridge College students are responsible for conducting and therefore a policy is necessary to ensure the protection of the themselves in an appropriate manner which complies with College student’s rights with respect to collection, access to and disclosure policies, rules and regulations. of student records. • Students’ access to their own records is governed by the Student Rights FOIP Act. Students have the right to access their own 1. Students have the right to know that any changes to their program YLJVYKZ^P[OSPTP[LKHUKZWLJPÄJL_JLW[PVUZHZV\[SPULK subsequent to their entry will not extend their program beyond the in the FOIP Act. Access will be granted in a secure and [PTLZWLJPÄLKH[LUYVSTLU[ JVU[YVSSLKZL[[PUN^P[OHJJLW[HISLPKLU[PÄJH[PVUHUK\UKLY 2. Students have the right to know that in the event the College conditions that will prevent alteration or mutilation of the decides to discontinue a program, it will do so in a manner that original record. guarantees the students presently in the program will have the ;OLMVSSV^PUNPUMVYTH[PVUPZKLÄULKHZ[OLZ[\KLU[»ZW\ISPJ opportunity to complete that program. YLJVYK!UHTLKH[LZVMYLNPZ[YH[PVUHUKNYHK\H[PVUHJHKLTPJ 3. Students have the right to access academic advising which program, and credential awarded. This information will be may include program and graduation requirements, academic disclosed in response to general inquiries without written regulations, admissions and transfer. consent. All other data on the student record is considered 4. Students have the right to receive a course outline at the JVUÄKLU[PHSHUK^PSSILJVSSLJ[LK\ZLKHUKKPZJSVZLKPU beginning of each course which states the course content accordance with applicable legislation. and outcomes, the evaluation system to be used, when • Information on the student record, including personally major assignments are due, and any penalties employed for PKLU[PÄHISLPUMVYTH[PVUTH`ILKPZJSVZLK[V[OL(SILY[H noncompliance, classroom procedures and class attendance. government for statistical, funding, planning, policy 5. Students have the right to expect that course outlines will development, reporting, and research purposes, to normally not be changed after the course has commenced. In the Alberta Scholarship Foundation for student award exceptional cases, changes may be made if all students in the UVTPUH[PVU]LYPÄJH[PVUW\YWVZLZ[V[OL(SILY[H:[\KLU[Z course agree to the change. Finance Board for student loan reporting purposes. :[\KLU[ZOH]L[OLYPNO[[VRUV^[OLPUZ[P[\[PVUHSKLÄUP[PVUVM • Case by case decisions regarding the collection, use, intellectual honesty as published and what the consequences are protection, access to and disclosure of student records when a violation of intellectual honesty occurs. will be made by the College designate as stated in the 7. Students have the right to expect the course times as scheduled Lethbridge College FOIP delegation authority table (Policy in the College timetable at the time of registration will not be 0UMVYTH[PVUHUK9LJVYKZ:JOLK\SL(,_HTWSLZVMJHZL changed except in certain cases such as, but not limited to, a by case disclosure decisions include, but are not limited to, JSHZZYVVTILPUN[VVZTHSSVYHTHQVYJVUÅPJ[IL[^LLUJSHZZLZVY when records are disclosed for the purpose of complying with by mutual agreement between the instructor and the students in legal requirements, or when it is believed that that disclosure that course. would avert or minimize an imminent danger to the health or :[\KLU[ZOH]L[OLYPNO[[VILUV[PÄLKVMJSHZZJHUJLSSH[PVUZHZ safety of any person or in cases where emergency contact is soon as possible. deemed necessary. 9. Students have the right to expect that classes will start and end • Due to professional or assigned responsibilities, employees on time. may have access to student records. The misuse, 10.Students considering withdrawing from a course have the right to misrepresentation or unlawful distribution or copy of data expect that their performance in any course will be available on contained in student records is considered to be in violation YLX\LZ[VUL^LLRWYPVY[V[OLVMÄJPHSJV\YZL^P[OKYH^HSKLHKSPUL of the FOIP Act and is a punishable offense. Every reasonable as published. security arrangement against such risks as unauthorized 11.Students have the right to expect faculty members to be access, collection, use, disclosure or alteration of student available for assistance outside scheduled classes at a mutually records will be made. acceptable time or by using a mutually acceptable medium. • Information on a student record will be disclosed to the LCC Students Association and LCC Alumni Association according to contractual agreements.

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12.Students have the right to expect that their personal information Intellectual Honesty HUKVMÄJPHSYLJVYKZ^PSSILTHUHNLKJVUZPZ[LU[^P[O[OL-YLLKVT Honesty is one of the foundations of knowledge. In the course of of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. learning the contributions of others are evaluated and utilized as 13.Students have the right to review their class examinations and the basis for further research. Intellectual honesty demands that the course assignments after they have been evaluated as stated in contributions of others be recognized. Not recognizing these people the course outline. is ignoring their contributions and is cheating. Also, passing on the 14.Students have the right to a safe and healthy learning ideas of another person as your own deprives you of the opportunity environment. to participate in your education. For these reasons, Lethbridge 15.Students have the right to have access to appeal policies and College insists on intellectual honesty in all academic activities. procedures as published in the College calendar and the right to 0U[LSSLJ[\HSKPZOVULZ[`TH`[HRLTHU`MVYTZZ\JOHZ! know how to deal with situations that appear unfair. • using materials (notes, textbooks, etc.) in examinations :[\KLU[ZOH]L[OLYPNO[[VHKKKVJ\TLU[Z[VHU`ÄSLZWLJPÄJ without the instructor’s permission to their academic progress or behaviour, including written • copying of published or unpublished works of others without documents refuting the contents of documents of a disparaging recognizing their work or gaining their permission UH[\YL0MHKVJ\TLU[PZHKKLK[VHZ[\KLU[ÄSL[OH[THRLZ • falsifying results in reports or laboratory experiments reference to another person, a copy of the document must be • writing examinations or tests for someone else or having sent to that individual. someone else write an exam for you 17.Students have the right to receive assessment feedback in a • submitting someone else’s work as your own timely fashion. If the instructor believes the conduct of a student is not consistent Student Responsibilities with the requirements of student behaviour and intellectual honesty, 1. Students must conduct themselves in a responsible manner and disciplinary action will be applied. The instructor will notify the HU`VM[OLMVSSV^PUNZOHSSJVUZ[P[\[LPTWYVWLYZ[\KLU[JVUK\J[! Program Leader or Centre Team Leader. • Cheating, plagiarism, fraud, deceit or other forms of academic dishonesty. When the action places the student’s academic future in jeopardy, • Threatening to subject or subjecting any person to physical, through suspension and expulsion from classes, the instructor sexual or mental harassment, indignity, injury or violence. and/or Program Leader or Centre Team Leader will outline the • Disturbing, disrupting or otherwise interfering with studies, details of the case for review by the appropriate Lethbridge College laboratories, lectures, work or other activities of fellow administrator. This outline will be submitted in writing by the students or employees. appropriate Lethbridge College administrator (or designate) to the • Intentionally damaging, destroying or moving without student. Student appeal of disciplinary action is available through authority the property of the College or of any person. the Student Appeal Committee or the Vice-President, Enrolment • Unauthorized use of or unauthorized entry to College 4HUHNLTLU[+LJPZPVUZVM[OL:[\KLU[(WWLHS*VTTP[[LLHYLÄUHS property. -HPS\YL[VVIL`[OLSH^M\SPUZ[Y\J[PVUZVM*VSSLNLVMÄJPHSZVY employees acting in the performance of their duty. • Making frivolous, vexatious or unfounded accusations about Z[\KLU[ZMHJ\S[`TLTILYZVYZ[HMM[V*VSSLNLVMÄJPHSZ 2. Students have the responsibility to familiarize themselves with the academic policies and graduation requirements as published. 3. Students have a responsibility to acquaint themselves with the procedures to be followed to register, change or withdraw from a course. 4. Students have a responsibility to acquaint themselves with the content of course outlines distributed by the faculty member. 5. Students have the responsibility to communicate with their faculty member, counsellor and other College staff to resolve academic and/or other problems that may impact their learning. 6. Students have a responsibility to arrive on time for instructional activities and remain for the duration of those activities. 7. Students have a responsibility to adhere to attendance requirements stated in the course outline. :[\KLU[ZOH]LHYLZWVUZPIPSP[`[VYLZWLJ[[OLMHJ\S[`TLTILY»Z right to determine course content, methodology and evaluation. 9. Students have a responsibility to respect the faculty member’s right to set deadlines for assigned work and to establish penalties for failure to comply with deadlines. :[\KLU[ZOH]LHYLZWVUZPIPSP[`[V^YP[L[LZ[ZHUKÄUHS examinations at the times scheduled except in cases of illness or other circumstances approved by the faculty member.

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STUDENT DISCIPLINE – POLICY 3.13 ACADEMIC APPEAL – POLICY 3.14

Students who interfere with the learning environment for other Students have the right to fair and equitable procedures for resolving students by virtue of actions on and off campus may be subject to matters affecting academic standing through the formal appeal this policy. The following disciplinary actions may be imposed at the process. KPZJYL[PVUVM[OL*VSSLNL! • Subject to existing College rules or regulations governing the • Verbal Warning ;OLZ[\KLU[ZOHSSYLJLP]L]LYIHSUV[PÄJH[PVU JVUÄKLU[PHSP[`VMPUMVYTH[PVUHSSKVJ\TLU[H[PVUWLY[HPUPUN of the misconduct and the implications of further misconduct. to the appeal shall, upon request, be made available to both The student shall be permitted to continue in learning parties. activities at the College. • The Academic Appeal Policy is an internal review process • Reprimand;OLZ[\KLU[ZOHSSYLJLP]L^YP[[LUUV[PÄJH[PVUVM of the College and legal counsel is not allowed to attend the misconduct and the implications of further misconduct. meetings that are part of this process. The student shall be permitted to continue in learning • The student may invite one (1) support person (this is not activities at the College. legal counsel) to be present at any meeting in the academic • Disciplinary Probation - The student shall receive written appeal process. UV[PÄJH[PVUVM[OLTPZJVUK\J[ÔPJO^PSSPUJS\KLZWLJPÄJ 0U[OLJHZLVMHNYHKLHWWLHSVUS`HÄUHSNYHKLTHÌL written conditions and a time frame for the probation which appealed. A student may request an instructor (or Chair/ must be met by the student if they wish to continue in the Program Lead if the student is uncomfortable discussing this *VSSLNL:[\KLU[ZÔVTLL[[OLZWLJPÄJJVUKP[PVUZ^P[OPU[OL matter with the instructor) to review other earned grades prior ZWLJPÄLK[PTLMYHTLZOHSSOH]L[OLWYVIH[PVUSPM[LK-HPS\YL[V to the end of the term; however, the outcome of the review meet the conditions shall result in a review of the case and cannot be appealed under this policy. may result in suspension from the College. • An appeal must be submitted on the approved Academic • Suspension - The student may be suspended from a class, Appeal Forms which are available from the Lethbridge HJV\YZLHWYVNYHTVY[OL*VSSLNLMVYHZWLJPÄLKWLYPVK *VSSLNL^LIZP[LHKTPUPZ[YH[P]LWVSPJPLZVY[OLVMÄJLVM[OL VM[PTL:[\KLU[ZTH`HSZVILZ\ZWLUKLKMVYHUPUKLÄUP[L =PJL7YLZPKLU[(JHKLTPJ *OPLM3LHYUPUN6MÄJLYP[JHUIL period of time pending investigation of an alleged misconduct e-mailed to the student upon request). if it is deemed by the suspending authority that the presence • While pursuing an appeal in accordance with the Academic of the student constitutes an impediment to the learning Appeal Policy, the student shall be allowed to remain in all process and/or health and safety of members of the College learning activities, except in cases where the suspending community. authority in consultation with the Vice President Academic & • Expulsion - The student who is expelled from the College *OPLM3LHYUPUN6MÄJLYKL[LYTPUL[OH[[OLZ[\KLU[»ZWYLZLUJL shall be withdrawn from all learning activities and may be constitutes an impediment to the learning process and/or barred from the College grounds and buildings. the health and safety of members of the College community. If there is not agreement between the suspending authority HUK[OL=PJL7YLZPKLU[(JHKLTPJ *OPLM3LHYUPUN6MÄJLY the decision of the Vice President Academic & Chief Learning 6MÄJLYPZÄUHS • The standard of proof applied to decisions made by the Academic Appeal Committee will be a balance of probabilities. ;OLVMÄJPHSYLJVYK^PSSJVU[HPU[OLÄUHSKLJPZPVUVM[OL Academic Appeal Committee as well as the completed Academic Appeal Forms – all records will be maintained in [OLVMÄJLVM[OL=PJL7YLZPKLU[(JHKLTPJ *OPLM3LHYUPUN 6MÄJLY ;OLVMÄJPHSYLJVYKVMHJHKLTPJHWWLHSKLJPZPVUZ^PSSIL maintained by the Vice President Academic & Chief Learning 6MÄJLYMVYHWLYPVKVMÄ]L`LHYZMYVT[OLKH[L[OLKLJPZPVU is communicated. Exceptions to this guideline may occur at the discretion of the Vice President Academic & Chief 3LHYUPUN6MÄJLYPUJHZLZÔLYL[OLZ[\KLU[TH`WVZLH safety threat to the College community.

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Aboriginal Learner Services ...... Criminal Justice - Policing Diploma ...... 50-51 Academic Advising...... 14 Culinary Careers Diploma...... 52 Academic Schedule ...... 3 Day Care (on campus)...... 14 Accounting – Business Administration Diploma ...... 30 +PZHIPSP[`HUK*VTT\UP[`9LOHIPSP[H[PVU+PWSVTH ...... 53-54 Additional Fees...... 11 Distributed Learning...... 194-195 Admissions Testing...... 7 Drop Dates ...... 12 (K]LY[PZPUN7\ISPJ9LSH[PVUZ¶*VTT\UPJH[PVU(Y[Z+PWSVTH ...... 40 ,HYS`*OPSKOVVK,K\JH[PVU*LY[PÄJH[L ...... 55-56 (NYPJ\S[\YHSHUK/LH]`,X\PWTLU[;LJOUPJPHU*LY[PÄJH[L ...... 23 Early Childhood Education Diploma...... 55-56 Agricultural Technology – Animal Science Diploma...... 24-25 E-campus Alberta...... 193 Agricultural Technology – Plant and Soil Science Diploma...... 24-25 Electrician – Apprenticeship ...... Alternative Delivery...... 191 Engineering Design and Drafting Technology Diploma...... Alumni Association...... 17 English as a Second Language...... 59 Animal Science Diploma – Agricultural Technology Major...... 24-25 ,U]PYVUTLU[HS(ZZLZZTLU[HUK9LZ[VYH[PVU+PWSVTH ...... 60-61 Application Fee...... 10 Environmental Science...... 62 Application Form for Admission...... 201-202 E-volution ...... 10-11 (WWSPJH[PVU-VYTMVY9LZPKLUJL...... 199-200 Exercise Science Diploma...... 63 Application Procedures ...... 6-7 Extended Drop Period...... 12 Apprenticeship Programs...... 106-109 Facilities...... 16 Athletics...... 16 -HZOPVU+LZPNUHUK4LYJOHUKPZPUN*LY[PÄJH[L...... 64-65 Automotive Service Technician - Apprenticeship...... 107 Fashion Design and Merchandising Diploma...... 64-65 (\[VTV[P]L:`Z[LTZ*LY[PÄJH[L...... 26 Fees and Financial Information ...... 9 Awards and Scholarships...... 20 Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Education ...... 66 Bachelor of Applied Arts – Correctional Studies...... Financing Your Education...... Bachelor of Applied Science - Conservation Enforcement...... 43-44 Fire Investigation and Prevention ...... Be Fit For Life ...... 16 Fire Service Administration...... 67 Biotechnology - Cellular/Mollecular Technician ...... 27 -PZOHUK>PSKSPML;LJOUVSVN`7VZ[+PWSVTH*LY[PÄJH[L ...... 69-70 Biotechnology - Surgical Processing Technician ...... -P[ULZZ>LSSULZZHUK9LJYLH[PVU ...... 16 Bookstore ...... 16 Food Services ...... 16 Broadcast Journalism - Communication Arts Diploma...... 40 Full-Time Status ...... 112 Business Administration – Accounting Diploma ...... 30 General Studies Diploma...... 72-75 Business Administration Diploma ...... 29-31 Geomatics Engineering Technology Diploma...... 76-77 Business Administration – Management Diploma...... 30 Getting Started at Lethbridge College ...... 6-9 Business Administration – Marketing...... 30 Health and Dental Plan...... 10, 17 Business Administration - Professional Golf Management /LHS[O*HYL(PKL;YHPUPUN*LY[PÄJH[L ...... *LY[PÄJH[LVM:WLJPHSPaH[PVU...... 92-93 Health Services ...... 16 Business Administration - Professional Golf Management Heavy Equipment Technician - Apprenticeship...... Diploma ...... 92-93 Important Forms...... 197 *HTW\Z9LJYLH[PVU...... 16 Interior Design Diploma...... 79 Career Counselling...... 14 International Students ...... 19 Career Programs ...... 23-104 Introduction ...... 1 Carpenter - Apprenticeship...... 107 Kodiak Athletics ...... 16 Chaplaincy Services...... 14 LCC Online ...... 14 Child and Youth Care Diploma ...... 32-33 Learning Café ...... 15 *OPUVVR9LNPVUHS;YHUZP[PVUZMVY@V\[O ...... 196 Library Services...... 14 Civil Engineering Technology Diploma...... 34-35 3P]PUNPU9LZPKLUJL ...... College and University Preparation - Credential ...... 36-37 Loans and Student Financing ...... Commercial Vehicle Enforcement - Credential...... Lockers...... 17 Communication Arts...... 39-40 Lost and Found ...... 17 *VTT\UPJH[PVU(Y[Z¶(K]LY[PZPUN7\ISPJ9LSH[PVUZ+PWSVTH ...... 40 Management – Business Administration Diploma...... 30 Communication Arts – Broadcast Journalism Diploma ...... 40 Marketing - Business Administration Diploma...... 30 Communication Arts – Print Journalism Diploma ...... 40 Massage Therapy Diploma...... Computer Information Technology - Diploma...... 41-42 Media (On-campus)...... 17 Computer Labs...... 16 Multimedia Production Diploma...... Conservation Enforcement - Bachelor of Applied Science...... 43-44 Native Student Club ...... Cook – Weekly Apprenticeship Training...... 109 New Programs...... 105 Correctional Studies - Bachelor of Applied Arts ...... Nursing Degree Correctional Studies Diploma...... 45-46 (must apply directly to the University of Lethbridge)...... Counselling...... 14 6MÄJL(KTPUPZ[YH[PVU*LY[PÄJH[L ...... Course Add/Drop Period...... 12 6MÄJL(KTPUPZ[YH[PVU+PWSVTH...... Course Descriptions...... Parking ...... 17 Criminal Justice Studies for Aborginal Learners ...... 49 Parts Technician - Apprenticeship...... 109

212 www.lethbridgecollege.ab.ca

Perioperative Nursing Program ...... Piita Pawanii Centre ...... Plant & Soil – Agricultural Technology Diploma ...... 24-25 7VSPJL9LJY\P[;YHPUPUN...... 7YHJ[PJHS5\YZPUN*LY[PÄJH[L...... 90-91 President’s Welcome...... 1 Print Journalism – Communication Arts Diploma ...... 40 Printing Services...... 17 Professional Golf Management *LY[PÄJH[LVM:WLJPHSPaH[PVU...... 92-93 Professional Golf Management Diploma...... 92-93 Program List ...... 22 Programs Under Development...... 105 Public Transportation ...... 17 9LJYLH[PVU-HJPSP[`6WLYH[PVUZ ...... 94-95 9LJYLH[PVU-HJPSP[`4HUHNLTLU[...... 96 9LJY\P[TLU[...... 14 9LM\UKHUK*YLKP[:JOLK\SL ...... 12 9LNPZ[YH[PVU ...... 7 9LUL^HISL9LZV\YJL4HUHNLTLU[+PWSVTH...... 9LZPKLUJL...... 9PZR4HUHNLTLU[*LY[PÄJH[L ...... 99 Scholarships and Awards...... 20 Security Services...... 14 Services for Aboriginal Learners ...... Services for International Learners...... 19 :WLJPHS5LLKZ,K\JH[PVUHS(ZZPZ[HU[*LY[PÄJH[L ...... 100-101 Special Needs Educational Assistant Diploma ...... 100-101 Sports Facilities...... 16 :[\KLU[,TWSV`TLU[9LZV\YJL*LU[YL;OL>692: ...... 15 Student Financial Aid ...... 14 Student for a Day ...... 15 Student Health and Dental Plan ...... 17 Student ID Card...... 17 Student Loan Basics ...... Students Serving Students...... 17 Students’ Association ...... 17 Technology Infrastructure Fee...... 10 Testing Services ...... 15 ;OL>692:¶:[\KLU[,TWSV`TLU[9LZV\YJL*LU[YL...... 15 ;OLYHWL\[PJ9LJYLH[PVU.LYVU[VSVN`+PWSVTH ...... 102-103 Transcripts...... 6 Tuition and Fees ...... 9 Tuition Deadlines ...... 9 ;\P[PVU;H_9LJLPW[Z ...... 12 Unit Clerk - Credential...... 104 Welder - Apprenticeship...... 109 Where is Lethbridge? ...... 1 Withdrawal Dates ...... 12 Withdrawal Periods ...... 12

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215 We’re turning 50

Homecoming ‘08 - May 16-18, 2008 6\YHUUP]LYZHY``LHYOP[ZP[ZWLHRPU4H` ^P[OHTHZZP]L homecoming. Catch up with all the friends you made at LCC between 1957 and 2007.

Check out www.lcc50years.ca for details on these and other events as they unfold.

Just for updating your information, you’ll have a chance to win a 5.0-megapixel Canon digital camera.