2021 – 2022 RED DEER COLLEGE COURSE GUIDE WELCOME TO RDC LEARNING PHILOSOPHY

Our commitment to learners and learning is at the heart of Red Deer College and this is reflected in our values of accountability, inclusiveness, exploration, excellence, integrity and community.

We believe in fostering intellectually rigorous, professionally relevant, and dynamic learning environments of inquiry, exploration, application and creativity. We ensure accessibility to multiple pathways of formal and informal learning through active engagement, facilitated learning processes, and scholarly excellence. We value learning because it empowers our learners to be highly productive in the work force and within our communities. We honour the intrinsic value of learning in supporting self development, growth and fulfillment in the individual learner. We promote positive lifelong learning habits and attitudes that embrace local, national, and global experiences, issues and perspectives. Contents

Table of Contents ...... 3 Health Sciences 42 Adult Basic Education Courses . . . 85 . Academic Schedule 4 History ...... 43 Academic Upgrading Courses . . . 86 . Human Resources Management . . . 44 Course Descriptions ...... 6 Indigenous Studies ...... 45 Index ...... 90 Instrumentation Engineering Academic Upgrading ...... 7 Technology 46 Accounting ...... 7 Interdisciplinary Studies ...... 47 Acting 8 International Business 48 Administrative Professional . . . . . 10 Justice Studies ...... 49 Anthropology 11 Kinesiology and Sport Studies . . . . 50 Art ...... 12 Legal Assistant ...... 53 Arts and Animation ...... 15 Management ...... 54 Animation and Visual Effects 15 Mathematics ...... 56 Astronomy 16 Mechanical Engineering Biochemistry ...... 17 Technology ...... 57 Biology ...... 17 Media Studies and Professional Business ...... 18 Communication ...... 58 Business Administration ...... 19 Medical Lab Assistant ...... 59 Chemistry ...... 22 Motion Picture Arts ...... 59 Classics ...... 23 Music ...... 60 Communications 23 Nursing 64 Computing Science ...... 24 Occupational and Physical Creation ...... 24 Therapist Assistant 67 Dance 24 Pharmacy Technician ...... 68 Drama 24 Philosophy 69 Early Learning and Child Care 25 Physical Education and Earth and Atmospheric Sciences 27 Sport Studies ...... 71 Economics 27 Physics ...... 71 Education ...... 28 Physiology 71 Educational Assistant ...... 30 Political Science ...... 72 Electrical Engineering Technology . . . 31 Practical Nurse ...... 72 Engineering ...... 33 Production 73 English ...... 34 Psychology ...... 76 Family Studies 37 Science 77 Film ...... 37 Social Work ...... 77 Film, Theatre and Live Entertainment . 38 Sociology ...... 78 Finance 38 Spanish 80 French ...... 39 Statistics ...... 80 General Engineering Technology 40 Theatre and Entertainment Geography 40 Production 80 Health Care Aide ...... 41 Theatre Performance and Creation 82 Transitional Vocational ...... 83 Unit Clerk 84

2021-2022 COURSE GUIDE The Web version is the official Academic Calendar of Red Deer College. The Calendar and timetable set forth the intention of the College, at the time of publication, with respect to all matters contained therein. The College reserves the right, at any time, to make whatever changes are necessary, including the cancellation of particular courses, in order to serve the best interests of the College, or because of circumstances or occurrences beyond the College’s control. The College expressly denies responsibility or liability to any person or persons who may suffer loss or who may be otherwise adversely affected by such. ACADEMIC SCHEDULE – 2021 - 2022

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1 Canada Day – College closed 1 First day to apply for Spring 2022 1 New Student Orientation Fifty-eighth College Year begins 2 Heritage Day – College closed First day to apply for Summer term 5 First day of classes for Summer term 17 Last day of classes for Summer term 2 First day of classes for Fall term 5 Tuition fees for Summer term due Last day to withdraw from Summer 6 Labour Day – College closed Registration will be cancelled term courses and receive a WD 7 Last day to apply for Fall term 2021 if tuition is not paid 23 First day of Final Exams for Summer 8 Last day to apply for Supplemental 5 Last day to apply for Supplemental term courses Exams for Summer term Exams for Spring term 24 Tuition Fees for Fall term and Full year 7 Last day to apply for Summer term 11 Supplemental Exams for Summer courses due 9 Last day to register, add or drop term written Registration will be cancelled Summer term courses 14 Last day to register, add or drop Fall if tuition is not paid Last day for tuition refund term or Full year courses 25 Last day of Final Exams for Summer 9 Supplemental Exams for Spring Last day for tuition refund term courses term written 30 Midterm feedback for Summer term Waitlist Ends for Fall Term 27 Deferred Exams for Summer term written 30 Last day for submission of final grades for Summer term courses 31 Final grades available for Summer term courses

October 2021 November 2021 December 2021 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 28 29 30 26 27 28 29 30 31 31 1 Midterm feedback for Fall term 9 Last day of classes for Fall term 1 First day to apply for Fall term 2022 11 Remembrance Day – College closed Last day to withdraw from Fall term 5 Emergency Response day 12 Final Exam schedule posted courses and receive a WD 11 Thanksgiving Day – College closed 14 First day of Final Exams for Fall 12-15 Reading Break – No credit classes term courses 18 Credit classes resume 18 Last day of Final Exams for Fall term courses 21 Deferred Exams written Waitlist Ends for Winter Term 23 Last day for submission of final grades for Fall term courses 24 Final grades available for Fall term courses College closed at noon 25-3 College closed

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January 2022 February 2022 April 2022 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 27 28 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 30 31 21 Family Day – College closed 1 First day to apply for Winter 2023 1 New Year’s Day – College closed 22-25 Reading break – No credit classes 8 Last day of classes for Full year and 3 Statutory Holiday – College closed 28 Credit classes resume Winter term courses 4 First day of classes for Winter Last day to withdraw from Full year & Tuition Fees for Winter term due March 2022 Winter term courses and receive a WD Registration will be cancelled if S M T W T F S 13 First day of Final Exams 15 Good Friday – College closed tuition is not paid 1 2 3 4 5 Midterm feedback for Full year courses 18 College open – No credit classes Last day 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 7 Last day to apply for Winter term Last of Final Exams day to apply for Supplemental Exams 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Deferred Exams written 22 Last day for submission of final grades for for Fall term 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 12 Last day to register, add or drop Winter Winter term and Full year courses 27 28 29 30 31 term courses 25 Final grades available for Winter term Last day for tuition refund courses 15 Supplemental Exams for Fall term 1 Emergency Response Day Waitlist Ends for Spring Term written 2 Midterm feedback Winter term 29 Last day to apply for Supplemental Exams 11 Final Exam Schedule posted for Winter term 30 Tuition Fee Deposit Deadline

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In this section, courses are listed to show what is normally offered at Practicum - a learning activity aimed at combining theory with Red Deer College. Some courses are not offered every year. Check practical experience. the timetable to see if specific courses will be offered. Field Work - an educational experience involving work of a practical nature acquired by students in a work situation. Each course is identified by the name of the subject, followed by a course number and a course weight. The instructor/student Instructor/Student Contact Hours contact hours are also shown as well as the number of weeks the The figures in brackets following the course title and number course normally lasts, the title of the course, and a brief description. show the number of contact hours per week. The first figure is the Example: number of class hours. The last figure is the number of lab hours. ACCT 206-3 (BC=4) Seminar hours are identified with an S. Practicum, Clinical and (3-1) 15 weeks Fieldwork are usually expressed as total hours. Auditing (3-0) Three hours of classes per week. No labs. ACCT name of the subject, often an abbreviation (3-3) Three hours of classes and three hours of labs 206 the course number which gives the course a per week. unique identity (0-3) No classes. Three hours of labs per week. -3 the number which follows the dash is the (3-1S-3) Three hours of classes, 1hour of seminar, and course credit weight three hours of labs per week. (BC=4) the number of billing credits (3/2) Classes on alternate weeks (3-1) the instructor/student contact hours per week; 3 hours of class and 1 hour of lab Course Length 15 weeks the number of weeks the class runs Length of courses may vary, see timetable for length of courses. Auditing the title of the course A term usually lasts 15 weeks, including the exam period. Courses Assignment of Academic Credits, or Credit lasting 15 weeks are called term courses. Weight, to Courses Some courses last two terms, or 30 weeks. This includes two exam Course credits are a measure of learning opportunities based on periods, one at the end of each term. These courses usually run the number and type of instructional hours or equivalent learning from September to April. They are called full courses. experiences. For Red Deer College Diploma and Certificate courses, academic credits are normally equal to billing credits. For courses in Prerequisites and Corequisites University Transfer Programs, academic credits are normally equal to Courses listed as prerequisites must be completed before you start the credit given at university. This is usually equal to the number of the course in question. For example, BIOL 297 lists Biology 30 or lecture hours. equivalent as prerequisite. This means that you must complete Biology 30 or equivalent before you can take BIOL 297. Courses Definitions listed as Corequisites must be taken at the same time as the course Credit - The equivalent of 15 hours of class instruction. (Example: 1 in question. hour per week for 15 weeks including the final exam period. Course - A series of learning opportunities within a specific subject Note: You usually have to complete a junior course in the same area to which a final grade is assigned. subject before you can take a senior course. This is true even if it is not listed as a prerequisite. If you wish to register in a 300-level Courses have a variety of learning opportunities, among which are course without having taken at least one 200-level course in the the following: same subject, check with an advisor. Class - a series of learning activities aimed at acquiring theory. Restricted Courses i) Activities in the class are directed by the instructor OR Some courses are available only if you are admitted to a certain ii) Context based Learning program. Lab - a series of structured learning activities to facilitate the application of concepts, theories and principles. Reserved Courses Seminar/Tutorial - a series of structured learning activities aimed Some courses are available first to students in a certain program. at further exploration and application of concepts, theories and Once most students have registered, these courses are opened to principles. all students. Clinical - a series of learning activities aimed at applying theory in You can find information on restricted and reserved courses in the prescribed clinical experiences. College Timetable.

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ACCT 106-4 (BC=4) ACCT 209-3 (BC=4) Academic Upgrading (3-2) 15 weeks (3-0-1) 15 weeks Courses Management Accounting and Finance Intermediate Financial Accounting I Using accounting information for This course examines issues and problems See page 86. managerial decision making. Budgeting, related to GAAP for income determination financial forecasting and analysis, and an and revenue recognition. International introduction to corporate finance. Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Prerequisite: ACCT 102. and Accounting standards for Private Credit will not be granted for both Enterprises (ASPE) relating to recognition, Accounting ACCT 104 and 106. measurement, and financial statement presentation of assets are addressed. ACCT 202-3 (BC=5) Prerequisites: ACCT 103 or 202 or consent ACCT 102-4 (BC=4) (5-0) 15 weeks of the Donald School of Business. (4-0) 15 weeks Introductory Financial Accounting Introductory Accounting I Postulates, principles of accounting relating ACCT 210-3 (BC=4) Theory and practice of accounting as to external reporting, and uses of financial (3-0-1) 15 weeks applied to the accumulation, external accounting information. Emphasis is on Intermediate Financial Accounting II reporting, and external uses of financial accounting for organizational resources and This course provides an in-depth analysis of accounting information. equities, preparing and analysing financial accounting theory and principles related to Credit will not be granted for both statements, and reporting to owners, the reporting of short-term and long-term ACCT 102 and 202. creditors, and other external decision liabilities, leases, pensions, corporate makers. income taxes, shareholders’ equity, complex ACCT 103-4 (BC=4) Note: Designed for Second Year financial instruments, earnings per share, (4-0) 15 weeks Commerce Students. the cash flow statement, and accounting Introductory Accounting II Credit will not be granted for both changes and error analysis. International Preparing and analysing accounting ACCT 102/ 103 and 202. Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) information for shareholder and and Accounting Standards for Private management use. ACCT 204-3 (BC=3) Enterprises (ASPE) relating to recognition, Prerequisite: ACCT 102. (3-0-0) 15 weeks measurement, and financial statement Credit will not be granted for both Managerial Accounting presentation of liabilities and equity are ACCT 103 and 202. Introduction to the nature, scope and use addressed. of managerial accounting. Topics include: Prerequisite: ACCT 209 or consent of the ACCT 204-3 (BC=3) management planning and control, Donald School of Business. (3-0-0) 15 weeks inventory and cost flows, standard costs Managerial Accounting and variance analysis, budgeting, cost- ACCT 214-3 (BC=3) Introduction to the nature, scope and use volume-profit analysis, relevant costs and (3-0-0) 15 weeks of managerial accounting. Topics include: decision making. Computer Accounting Applications management planning and control, Prerequisite: ACCT 103 or 202. This course utilizes a hands-on approach to inventory and cost flows, standard costs Credit will not be granted for both applying accounting knowledge through and variance analysis, budgeting, cost- ACCT 104 and ACCT 204. the use of pre-packaged accounting volume-profit analysis, relevant costs and Bachelor of Commerce students software. Students will use software decision making. must take ACCT 204. modules to perform accounting cycle Prerequisite: ACCT 103 or 202. Diploma students may take either functions, including set-up and ongoing Credit will not be granted for both ACCT 104 or ACCT 204. maintenance and prepare related financial ACCT 104 and ACCT 204. reports. Bachelor of Commerce students ACCT 205-3 (BC=3) Prerequisites: ACCT 102 or 202, must take ACCT 204. (3-0-0) 15 weeks BADM 210 or consent of the Diploma students may take either Cost Accounting Donald School of Business. ACCT 104 or ACCT 204. This course examines various costing methods and analytical tools used by management accountants to provide information and recommendations relevant to short-term and long-term decision making. Prerequisite: ACCT 204 or consent of the Donald School of Business.

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ACCT 305-3 (BC=4) ACCT 310-3 (BC=4) ACT 205-2 (BC=2) (3-1-0) 15 weeks (3-1-0) 15 weeks (1-0-2) 15 Weeks Personal and Corporate Taxation Advanced Financial Accounting Voice and Body I This course covers Canadian income tax This is a senior level course in financial Integration of voice and body techniques as laws affecting individuals and corporations. accounting, which covers the following areas: they relate to the performing artist in stage Topics include the computation of intercompany investments, joint ventures, and film. individual and corporate income tax, accounting for not-for-profit organizations, Prerequisite: ACT 105 and ACT 107. taxable income, taxes payable, corporate and translation of foreign currency distributions, taxation of capital gains, and transactions and financial statements. ACT 206-2 (BC=2) the preparation of corporate and personal Prerequisite: ACCT 210 or consent of (1-0-2) 15 Weeks tax returns. Donald School of Business. Voice and Body II Prerequisite: ACCT 210 or consent of the Continued integration of voice and body Donald School of Business. techniques as they relate to the performing artist. Further voice work for expanded ACCT 306-3 (BC=4) creative performance. Body work for a (3-1-0) 15 weeks Acting flexible, strong instrument. Auditing Prerequisite: ACT 205. This course examines the role of the internal ACT 105-2 (BC=2) or external auditor in business and explores (1-0-2) 15 Weeks ACT 207-2 (BC=2) the legal and ethical environment of Expressive Body I (1-0-3) 15 Weeks auditing. Emphasis is placed on methods Introduction to physical technique and Voice and Speech II and procedures used in auditing and practices as they relate to the performing Introduction to Voice Acting with a reporting as they relate to specific financial artist. Ensemble building, vocabulary and continuation of vocal development and statement areas such as assets, liabilities, communication, with a focus on creative communication for the performing artist. equities, revenues, and expenses. Other physical expression. Extended work in accents and dialects. topics covered include internal control, Performance of original and established text. risk and materiality, the audit of fraud, and ACT 107-2 (BC=2) Prerequisite: ACT 107. auditing in a computer environment. (2-0-0) 15 Weeks Prerequisite: ACCT 210 or consent of the Voice and Speech I ACT 209-2 (BC=2) Donald School of Business. Introductory course in voice and speech (1-0-3) for effective communication. Exercises Acting III ACCT 308-3 (BC=4) and practical applications in a variety of Examine aspects of acting that differentiate (3-1-0) 15 weeks speaking contexts focus on vocal function, between stage and film performance in Advanced Managerial Accounting breath, resonance, articulation and coping contemporary forms. Embody, enhance and This course examines advanced with performance stress. expand elements of Acting I and Acting II management accounting practices in performing basic skills necessary to meet designed to help managers formulate and ACT 109-3 (BC=3) the demands of both stage or film acting. implement new strategies, motivate and (2-0-3) 15 Weeks Prerequisite: ACT 110. evaluate organizational performance, and Acting I achieve operational excellence. This course Explore the potential of the self to express ACT 210-4 (BC=4) emphasizes current management creative ideas, thoughts and feelings (2-0-4) 15 Weeks accounting practices within a variety through storytelling. Introduction to Acting IV of business environments using a case acting as behaving under given imaginary Examine aspects of acting that differentiate approach. These practices include the circumstances. between stage and film performance in theory of constraints, activity-based classical forms. Expand stage skills with a management, cost-based decision ACT 110-3 (BC=3) focus on the requirements for scene and making, and the balanced scorecard. (2-0-3) 15 Weeks monologue work in classical text. Explore Prerequisite: ACCT 205 or consent of the Acting II the medium of film using classical film text Donald School of Business. Examine the basic principles of acting and to explore actor choices based on personal storytelling. Focus on ensemble creation experience, imagination and authenticity. and experimenting with intuitive and Prerequisite: ACT 209. imaginative choices based on observations of the self, others, and the environment. Begin the exploration of improvised and text based performance. Prerequisite: ACT 109.

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ACT 213-2 (BC=2) ACT 230-1 (BC=2) ACT 309-3 (BC=3) (1-0-2) 15 Weeks (1-1-0) 15 Weeks (2-0-2) 15 Weeks Voice Acting Production Company Management I Acting V Basics of voice acting and training. Modeling arts management and leadership Develop and refine the skill level of acting Development of practical skills and tools through working as a non-profit board techniques/procedures acquired. Explore for the voice acting industry with emphasis mirroring professional and community the demands of performing scenes of given to interpreting scripts and building a driven models. Defining roles and heightened emotional intensity and voice acting demo. responsibilities as a working board. Defining complexity. Practice skills necessary to roles and responsibilities as an artistic and perform under greater complex script and ACT 215-3 (BC=3) production team. Envisioning a company production demands. Developing creative, (2-0-2) 15 Weeks mandate for a body of work. imaginative interpretations of character. Song and Dance I Prerequisite: None. Prerequisite: ACT 210. Focusing on basic training and integration Corequisite: FTLE 215. of the three major components of Musical ACT 310-4 (BC=4) Theatre: Acting, Singing, and Dancing. ACT 305-3 (BC=3) (2-0-4) 15 Weeks Prerequisite: ACT 110. (2-0-2) 15 Weeks Acting VI Voice and Body III Develop and refine the skill level of acting ACT 220-3 (BC=3) Application of voice and body techniques techniques/procedures acquired. Explore (3-0-0) 15 Weeks as they relate to the performing artist. the demands of performing scenes of Directing II Further voice work for expanded creative heightened emotional intensity and Examine the different duties and performance. Bodywork for a flexible, complexity. Practice skills necessary to responsibilities of a stage director and a film strong instrument. Focus on creative perform under greater complex script and director. Experiment with basic directing process including imagination, spontaneity, production demands. Developing creative, concepts and working with cast and crew. risk taking, and commitment. imaginative interpretations of character. Prerequisite: FTLE 205. Prerequisite: ACT 206. Prerequisite: ACT 309.

ACT 224-3 (BC=3) ACT 306-3 (BC=3) ACT 315-3 (BC=3) (2-0-2) 15 Weeks (2-0-2) 15 Weeks (2-0-2) 15 Weeks Stage Combat I Voice and Body IV Song and Dance II Development of stage combat techniques: Continued application of voice and body An intermediate level course focusing on unarmed and sword, with a focus on techniques as they relate to the performing integration of Acting, Singing, Dancing and safety, technical proficiency and emotional artist. Further voice work for expanded Audition Techniques for Musical Theatre. investment. Physical interpretation of text. creative performance. Body work for a Prerequisite: ACT 215. Hours go toward national certification flexible, strong instrument. Integration Corequisite: MUSS 145. as Basic Actor Combatant through Fight towards performance using all skills acquired. Directors Canada. Prerequisite: ACT 305. ACT 320-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: ACT 105 or instructor (2-0-2) 15 Weeks approval. ACT 308-2 (BC=2) Auditions (1-0-2) 15 Weeks Emphasis is on the knowledge, strategies, ACT 226-2 (BC=2) Acting with Technology and skills needed for professional film, tv, (1-0-3) 15 Weeks Examine acting as it relates to new and and audio auditions. Students will develop Expressive Body II advanced technology to enhance and a professional resume, photograph, and Continuation of physical technique and record performance. This course is designed industry standard reels/tapes/DVD. practices as they relate to the performing to further the learning experience in Prerequisite: FTLE 205. artist, with a focus towards creation developing acting skills and working with of solo and ensemble performance. actors (directors, animators, etc.) using ACT 322-2 (BC=3) Employing body as a flexible, strong and advanced and emerging technologies (2-0-1) 15 Weeks expressive instrument in coordinated work. (eg. green screen). Auditioning II Integration of movement vocabulary, Prerequisite: ACT 210. Builds on Auditions. Emphasis is on the notation and physical communication skills. expansion of knowledge, strategies, and Exploration of Mask as a form of physical skills needed for professional film, TV, and character transformation. theatre auditions. Larger parts, emotionally Prerequisite: ACT 105. challenging characters designed to expand the actors repertoire. Online marketing strategies of the actor. Prerequisite: ACT 320.

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ACT 324-3 (BC=3) ACT 330-1 (BC=1) APRO 102-3 (BC=3) (2-0-2) 15 Weeks (0-2-0) 15 Weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Stage Combat II Production Company Management II Computer Essentials Further development of stage combat Practice leadership within a non-profit Create a database, research topics using the techniques: combination of unarmed, board structure. Visioning of a production internet, identify the basic components of a sword and quarterstaff, with a focus on season that could be presented as a 4th computer system, troubleshoot hardware safety, technical proficiency, and emotional year company of artists. Budgeting/securing and software problems, prepare an investment. Physical interpretation of performance royalties, and devising electronic presentation and use a variety of text. Attainment of national certification as sponsorship campaigns. Pitching co- internet and distance delivery tools. Basic Actor Combatant through FDC (Fight productions with established professional Directors Canada). companies within Alberta. Selecting plays, APRO 110-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: ACT 224. projects and film productions matched to (3-0) 15 weeks company goals and assigned resources. Document Processing I ACT 326-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: ACT 230. Develop keyboarding speed and accuracy (2-0-2) 15 Weeks through an emphasis on building skill using Directing for Film I ACT 331-1 (BC=1) proper technique. Study in detail the director’s contributions (0-2-0) to the creative process of producing a Production Company Management III APRO 111-3 (BC=3) film. Examine strategies to encourage and Implement plans for a season of creative (3-0) 15 weeks influence the actors’ contributions to the work. Continued non-profit Board Document Processing II process. Communicating effectively with governance and management of revised Further develop keyboarding speed above-the-line personnel. budgets. The selection and contracting of and accuracy skills. Produce business Prerequisite: FTLE 205. an artistic team for a season of production correspondence, including using mail / performance work in a variety of merge, sorting and selecting functions, ACT 327-3 (BC=3) mediums. Developing a public profile and fill-in forms, tables, and columns to produce (2-0-2) 15 Weeks implementation of a marketing / media visually appealing and professional-looking Directing for Film II and fundraising campaign. Front of House documents. In depth analysis of established director’s management and audience development. Prerequisites: APRO 100, 110. styles, techniques and film work related Prerequisite: ACT 330. philosophies. Working with cast and crew in APRO 126-6 (BC=6) scenes of heightened complexity. Develop (6-0) 15 weeks a unique concept of cinematic storytelling. Basic Accounting Prerequisite: ACT 326. Apply accounting principles in manual and Administrative automated environments and learn the ACT 329-4 (BC=4) Professional fundamentals of accounting through (2-0-4) hands-on experience. Directing for Stage APRO 100-3 (BC=3) Crafting stylized performance for the (3-0) 15 weeks APRO 130-3 (BC=3) stage utilizing creative elements of the Information Processing (3-0) 15 weeks developing director. Using heightened Introduce computer concepts, systems, and Office Systems I text and expressive forms of storytelling. terminology using Microsoft Windows and Develop current office practices including The collaborative art of directing dramatic Word. Develop electronic file management records management, telephone calls, mail literature with a production team and actors. and basic Word skills. procedures, social media apps and basic Prerequisite: FTLE 205. business math. APRO 101-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks APRO 131-3 (BC=3) Spreadsheet Fundamentals (3-0) 15 weeks Develop basic to intermediate skills in Office Systems II the operations of Microsoft Excel. Create Explore the systems, procedures and and format worksheets and charts; write technology of the contemporary office. formulas; perform what-if analyses; and, use Complete an office simulation package. financial functions. Prerequisites: APRO 130, APRO 110 and APRO 100.

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APRO 135-3 (BC=3) ANTH 204-3 (BC=3) ANTH 321-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Introduction to Industry Sectors Global Citizenship Survey: Latin America Assist the studentsin determining an Survey basic elements of global citizenship. Apply an ethnographic perspective to industry sector for practicum and workforce Building knowledge and understanding the survey modern Latin American cultures in employment. Increase the students’ interconnectedness of human cultures will Mexico, the U.S., the Caribbean, and Central awareness and understanding of the be explored through topics including social and South America, with an emphasis industries within Alberta. Create an effective justice and equity, diversity, globalization on their development from the 16th to resume, cover letter, and portfolio. Develop and interdependence, sustainable the 21st century. Topics may range from interview skills. development, and peace and conflict. historical to contemporary issues.

APRO 160-3 (BC=3) ANTH 306-3 (BC=3) ANTH 323-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 week Personal Leadership Archaeology Survey: Africa Develop interpersonal communication Explore the nature, purposes, theory, and Apply an ethnographic perspective to skills; practice oral presentation skills; methods of anthropological archaeology. survey cultural groups across Africa, from application of professional skills; and, Emphasis on how archaeological evidence traditional foraging groups through to complete a class project. (e.g. material culture, human remains, current industrial societies. dating techniques) is used to reconstruct APRO 170-3 (BC=3) past societies and explain cultural change ANTH 327-3 (BC=3) (120 hours) 6 weeks and evolution. (3-0-0) 15 weeks Practicum Cultures in Global Context Application of technical and administrative ANTH 307-3 (BC=3) Examine the historical development of skills through employment in an office setting. (3-0-0) 15 weeks indigenous and minority cultures around Prerequisite: A minimum GPA of 2.00 with Cultural Anthropology the world. Focus on relationships among no grade lower than D in the Administrative Compare human societies and cultures, race, class, culture, and politics. Critical Professional Certificate fall and winter term particularly non- Western communities. analysis of genocide, ethnocide, and courses. Emphasis is on family, social structure, prospects for the future. political institutions, subsistence and economic practices, religion and processes ANTH 330-3 (BC=3) of change. (3-0-0) 15 weeks Technology and Culture Anthropology ANTH 308-3 (BC=3) Explore the evolution of human tools (3-0-0) 15 weeks and technologies. How society adapts Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. Linguistic Anthropology to environment through technology. Check Course Timetable for availability. Examine language and communication Relationships between technology, from an anthropological perspective. A ideology and social organization. Role of ANTH 200-3 (BC=3) brief survey of analytical and field methods. technology in shaping culture. (3-0-0) 15 weeks Theory in linguistic anthropology. People and Biocultural Evolution ANTH 331-3 (BC=3) Examine people and cultures around ANTH 309-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks the world, using basic concepts of (3-0-0) 15 weeks Anthropology of Gender archaeology and biological anthropology Biological Anthropology Examine the historical development (e.g. methodology, evolution, primatology, Explore human origins, evolution and of gender and women’s studies in human origins/ancestry). diversity. Topics include evolutionary anthropological context. Gender as a Antrequisite: ANTH 203. theory, primatology, human palaeontology, central feature of social identity and osteology, variation and adaptation in relations of power. Theoretical perspectives ANTH 201-3 (BC=3) modern populations, and genetic evidence and feminist approaches. (3-0-0) 15 weeks of ancestry. People and Culture Examine people and cultures around the world, using basic anthropological concepts (e.g. culture, linguistic anthropology, practices, culture change). Antirequisite: ANTH 203

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ANTH 356-3 (BC=3) ANTH 375-3 (BC=3) ART 231-3 (BC=5) (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks (4-2) 15 weeks Survey: Indigenous Canada Special Topics in Anthropology Visual Fundamentals 2D Apply an ethnographic perspective in a Examine selected topics in cultural A foundation level, project based studio survey of Canadian Indigenous cultures anthropology. course that introduces the formal elements (First Nations, Inuit, Metis). Topics may range This course may be repeated for credit. and principles of two dimensional design. from interactions with European settler Prerequisites: ANTH 201 or ANTH 203 or Note: Not eligible for challenge. cultures to historical and contemporary consent of the department. issues. ART 233-3 (BC=5) (4-2) 15 weeks ANTH 357-3 (BC=3) Visual Fundamentals 3D (3-0-0) 15 weeks A foundation level, project based studio Applied Anthropology Art course that introduces the formal elements Employ anthropological knowledge and Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. and principles of three dimensional design. research methods in a practical/community Check Course Timetable for availability. Note: Not eligible for challenge. setting. Includes discussion of the specific challenges of practicing anthropology ART 101-5 (BC=5) ART 241-3 (BC=5) outside of academia. (0-1) 15 weeks (4-0-2) 15 weeks Prerequisite: ANTH 201 or 203 or Visiting Artists Drawing I consent of the Department. This is a presentation based course A foundation level, project based studio featuring a diverse range of art professionals course that introduces students to a ANTH 361-3 (BC=3) who are active in the visual art community. variety of drawing processes and subject (3-0-0) 15 weeks Presentations will contain a variety of matter including still life, portraiture, and Mesoamerica and Central America graphic content. life drawing. A strong emphasis is placed Explore the archaeology and cultural history Note: This course will be evaluated using on the development of perceptual and of the indigenous peoples and civilizations a credit (pass)/non-credit (fail) grading technical skills. of Mesoamerica and Central America, with system based upon 75% attendance. Note: May include use of life models. special focus on Mexican groups (e.g. Maya, Note: Repeat for credit 4 times for 2 Not eligible for challenge. Aztecs, Olmecs). Topics include technology, credits. To complete their program social and political organization, economic requirement, BFA and Visual Art students ART 243-3 (BC=5) systems, religion and worldview, languages, must have completed a total of 2 credits (4-0-5) 15 weeks and artistic traditions. in ART 101. Drawing II A foundation level, project based studio ANTH 363-3 (BC=3) ART 201-3 (BC=3) course that focuses on a variety of drawing (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks processes and subject matter including still Anthropology of Religion Art History I life, portraiture, and life drawing. A strong Explore religious practice, ritual, belief Developments and concepts in art, emphasis is placed on the development systems, and worldview in cultures architecture, and culture in the Western of perceptual, technical skills, and different around the world from the perspective hemisphere. Examines the periods of media and materials. of anthropological theory. Traditional and Prehistory through to the Renaissance. Prerequisite: ART 241. world religions. Taboo, divination, healing, Note: Not eligible for challenge. Note: May include use of life models. sacrifice, shamanism, magic and witchcraft. Note eligible for challenge. Relations between religious belief and ART 203-3 (BC=3) practice and other aspects of culture. (3-0-0) 15 weeks ART 251-3 (BC=5) Art History II (4-0-2) 15 weeks ANTH 370-3 (BC=3) Concepts, theory, and developments in art, Two Dimensional Studies - Painting I (3-0-0) 15 weeks architecture, and culture in the Western A foundation level, project based studio Special Topics in Archaeology hemisphere. Examines the periods the course that focuses on a variety of drawing Examine selected topics in archaeology Renaissance through to Present Day. processes and subject matter including still and/or biological anthropology. life, portraiture, and life drawing. A strong This course may be repeated for credit. emphasis is placed on the development Prerequisites: ANTH 200 or ANTH 203, or of perceptual, technical skills, and different consent of the department. media and materials. Prerequisite: ART 241. Note: May include use of life models. Note eligible for challenge.

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ART 261-3 (BC=5) ART 310-1 (BC=2) ART 351-3 (BC=5) (4-0-2) 15 weeks (1-0) 15 weeks (4-2) 15 weeks Three Dimensional Studies - Ceramics I Professional Practice I Painting II A foundation level, project based studio The exploration and application of A project based studio focusing on course that introduces the development of issues, responsibilities, techniques, and theory and practice of painting with an technical skills and processes of ceramics in systems related to a professional artistic emphasis on developing intermediate a historical and contemporary context. This practice with an emphasis on portfolio skills. Traditional, contemporary, and course emphasizes design principles. development. experimental painting approaches Note: Not eligible for challenge. Prerequisites: ART 231, 233, 241, 243, 251, will be applied to painting from 261, 281 or department approval. observation, conceptual approaches, ART 281-3 (BC=5) and problem solving. (4-0-2) 15 weeks ART 311-1 (BC=1) Prerequisite: ART 251. Three Dimensional Studies - Sculpture I (1-0) 15 weeks Note: May include use of life models. A foundation level, project based studio Professional Practice II Not eligible for challenge. course that introduces the development of The exploration and application of issues, technical skills and processes of sculpture in responsibilities, techniques, and systems ART 353-3 (BC=5) a historical and contemporary context. This related to a professional artistic practice with (4-2) 15 weeks course emphasizes design principles. an emphasis on proposals, support agencies, Painting III Note: Not eligible for challenge. and contractual and financial matters. A project based studio course focusing on Prerequisite: ART 310 or department theory and practice of painting with an ART 301-3 (BC=3) approval. emphasis on developing intermediate skills (3-0) 15 weeks and a personal approach to imagery and Art History ART 341-3 (BC=5) concepts. Traditional, contemporary, and Forms and concepts in art and architecture (4-2) 15 weeks experimental painting approaches will be in Canada. Early French and English colonial Drawing III applied to painting. periods to Confederation. A project based course focusing on theory Prerequisite: ART 351. and practice of drawing with emphasis Note: May include use of life models. ART 303-3 (BC=3) on developing intermediate drawing and Not eligible for challenge. (3-0) 15 weeks perceptual skills. Traditional, contemporary, Art History and experimental drawing approaches will ART 361-3 (BC=5) Forms and concepts in Canadian art and be applied to still life,landscape, figuration, (4-2) 15 weeks architecture from Confederation to modern. and drawing from observation. Ceramics II The Group of Seven, Nationalism, Prerequisite: ART 241 and ART 243. A project based intermediate studio class Regionalism, and more recent development. Note: May include use of life models. with focus on the techniques of throwing Not eligible for challenge. on the potter’s wheel and hand-building. ART 305-3 (BC=3) Emphasis on surface development and (3-0-0) 15 weeks ART 343-3 (BC=5) glazing. Use of electric kiln and basic firing Art History (4-2) 15 weeks technology. Theory and practice within Examination of European painting, Drawing IV a historical and contemporary context. sculpture, and architecture. The course is A project based course focusing on theory Prerequisite: ART 261. specifically focused on the developments and practice of drawing with emphasis Note: Not eligible for challenge. during nineteenth century through to the on developing intermediate drawing and end of Impressionism. perceptual skills, Traditional, contemporary, ART 363-3 (BC=5) and experimental approaches to drawing (4-2) 15 weeks ART 306-3 (BC=3) will be applied to still life, narrative work, Ceramics III (3-0-0) 15 weeks figuration, and drawing from observation. A project based intermediate studio class Art History Prerequisite: ART 341. introducing slip-casting and mould- Exploration of the history of painting, Note: May include use of life models. making with an integrated approach to sculpture, and architecture. Examining the Not eligible for challenge. employing throwing and hand-building periods from the end of Impressionism processes. Development of a personalized through to the 21st century. approach to surface treatment and basic glaze technology referencing historical and contemporary practice. Further instruction in firing technology. Prerequisite: ART 361. Note: Not eligible for challenge.

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ART 375-3 (BC=5) ART 391-3 (BC=5) ART 451-3 (BC=5) (4-2) 15 weeks (4-0-2) 15 weeks (4-2) 15 weeks Printmaking I Contemporary 2D Strategies and Painting Relief printmaking, including woodcut, Technologies I Expanding your ability in and knowledge of wood engraving, linocuts, and colour A project based studio course introducing painting concepts and processes. Using and printmaking. students to fundamental concepts, handling related media. Prerequisites: For AU, U of C, U of L, AUC, techniques and strategies, for two- Prerequisite: ART 353. B.F.A. program: ART 231, 233, 243. dimensional contemporary art practices. Note: Not eligible for challenge. For U of A, B.F.A. program: ART 231, 233, Course will address and consider new 243, 251/281. and developing technologies and media ART 453-3 (BC=5) as well as traditional, contemporary, and (4-2) 15 weeks ART 377-3 (BC=5) experimental approaches to 2D artwork. Painting (4-2) 15 weeks Students will use digital, mechanical, and ART 451 continued. Printmaking II hand tools. Prerequisite: ART 451. Silkscreen (serigraph) printmaking. Prerequisite: ART 231 or ART 241. Corequisite: ART 499. Prerequisites: For AU, U of C, U of L, AUC, Note: May include use of life models. Note: Not eligible for challenge. B.F.A. program: ART 231, 233, 243. Not eligible for challenge. For U of A, B.F.A. program: ART 231, 233, ART 461-3 (BC=5) 243, 251/281. ART 393-3 (BC=5) (4-2) 15 weeks Corequisite: ART 379. (4-0-2) 15 weeks Ceramics Contemporary 2D Strategies and ART 363 continued. Emphasis is on refining ART 379-3 (BC=5) Technologies II personal imagery in terms of composition (4-2) 15 weeks A project based studio course introducing and conception. More in-depth Printmaking III students to fundamental concepts, understanding of ceramic techniques. Intaglio and relief printmaking. Includes techniques and strategies, for two- Prerequisite: ART 363. etching, engraving, collograph, and colour dimensional contemporary art practices. Note: Not eligible for challenge. printing. Course will address and consider new and developing technologies and media ART 463-3 (BC=5) ART 381-3 (BC=5) as well as traditional, contemporary, and (4-2) 15 weeks (4-2) 15 weeks experimental approaches to 2D artwork. Ceramics Sculpture II Students will use digital, mechanical, and ART 461 continued. A project based intermediate sculpture hand tools. Prerequisite: ART 461. course focusing on the development Prerequisite: ART 391, ART 231 or ART 241. Note: Not eligible for challenge. of skills, techniques and material Note: May include use of life models. understanding related to sculpture. Not eligible for challenge. ART 475-3 (BC=5) Traditional, contemporary, and experimental (4-2) 15 weeks approaches will be applied to materials, ART 441-3 (BC=5) Printmaking - Relief Intaglio problem solving, and presentation in larger (4-2) 15 weeks Technology of relief and intaglio printing context of sculpture. Drawing processes. Developing personal imagery, Prerequisite: ART 281. Emphasis is on an individual problem effective visual communication, Note: Not eligible for challenge. solving approach. You have more composition, and design. responsibility to set visual and conceptual Prerequisite: ART 375 and 379. ART 383-3 (BC=5) parameters and to extend your visual Note: Not eligible for challenge. (4-2) 15 weeks inquiry process. Sculpture III Prerequisite: ART 343. ART 479-3 (BC=5) A project based intermediate sculpture Note: May include use of life models. (4-2) 15 weeks course focusing on the development Not eligible for challenge. Printmaking - Relief Intaglio of skills, techniques and material ART 475 continued. understanding related to sculpture. ART 443-3 (BC=5) Prerequisite: ART 375, 379. Traditional, contemporary, and experimental (4-2) 15 weeks Note: Not eligible for challenge. approaches will be applied to generating Drawing ideas, installation, and technology in the ART 441 continued. larger context of sculpture. Prerequisite: ART 441. Prerequisite: ART 381. Note: May include use of life models. Note: Not eligible for challenge. Not eligible for challenge.

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ART 481-3 (BC=5) AVFX 203-5 (BC=5) (4-2) 15 weeks Animation and (4-0-2) 15 Weeks Sculpture Visual Effects 3D Character Animation I Extending your performance base as it Building on the 12 principles of animation, relates to ideas, media, and process. AVFX 101-5 (BC=5) create character animation in a 3D Prerequisite: ART 383. (4-0-2) 15 Weeks environment on a computer. Learn about Note: Not eligible for challenge. 2D Animation function curves and playblasts while Learn the basic principles of digital 2D creating both bipedal and quadrupedal ART 483-3 (BC=5) animation while animating on layers. Use animations. (4-2) 15 weeks the 12 principles of animation: squash and Prerequisites: AVFX 101, AVFX 107. Sculpture stretch, anticipation, staging, straight ahead ART 481 continued. versus pose to pose, follow through and AVFX 207-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: ART 481. overlapping action, slow in and slow out, (2-0-3) 15 Weeks Note: Not eligible for challenge. arcs, secondary action, timing, exaggeration, Colour and Light solid drawing, and appeal. Augment the telling of a story using colour Corequisite: ART 231, ART 241. and light. Create colour keys, use colour and layout to control the viewer’s eye. AVFX 103-5 (BC=5) Create colour scripts. Arts and Animation (4-0-2) 15 Weeks Prerequisites: ART 231, ART 241, AVFX 103. Layout and Design ARAN 110-3 (BC=5) Draw with correct perspective. Design AVFX 209-5 (BC=5) (4-0-2) 15 Weeks locations and characters that serve the (4-0-2) 15 Weeks Drawing and Figure Sculpting from Life story. Create layouts for animation. Post Production I Develop technical skills, perceptual skills, Prerequisites: ART 241, ART 231. Intro to basic compositing, rotoscoping, and an understanding of how to represent Corequisites: CREA 110. tracking and working with screen footage a dynamic, believable human form in using typical feature film and animation both two and three dimensions. Develop AVFX 107-5 (BC=5) workflows. This is combined with an intro a strong foundational experience in (4-0-2) 15 Weeks to basic editing, and building edits from portraying accurate anatomy of the 3D Animation and Visual Effects storyboards of sequences, such as dialogues human figure. Create simple animations that encompass and lines of action. Prerequisites: ART 231, ART 241. the typical steps taken in a 3D animation Prerequisites: CREA 110. Note: May include use of life models. production pipeline. Create ‘previs’ animations. AVFX 211-3 (BC=3) ARAN 205-3 (BC=5) Prerequisites: AVFX 101. (2-0-3) 15 Weeks (4-0-2) 15 Weeks Corequisites: AVFX 103. Storyboarding Life Drawing II Learn thumbnailing, rough composition, Learn to utilize exaggeration, AVFX 109-3 (BC=3) and final storyboards; communicating foreshortening, value, and the overall (3-0-0) 15 Weeks camera moves; aspect ratios; types of dynamic reality of the human form. Animation History shots; lessons from film direction, such as Prerequisite: ARAN 110. The history of animation and visual effects continuity between shots, composition, Note: May include use of life models. (VFX). Survey of cultural, economic, staging, and silhouettes. Visually and technological trends that shaped communicate a basic 3 act story structure ARAN 305-3 (BC=5) the industry. Analysis of representative in storyboard form. Create, revise and pitch (4-0-2) 15 Weeks animated films. storyboards. Life Drawing III Prerequisite: ART 231, CREA 110, An advanced experience in drawing the AVFX 201-5 (BC=5) AVFX 101, AVFX 103. human form, concentrating on areas such (4-0-2) 15 Weeks as fabric folds, the creation of atmosphere Modeling and Texture Painting I AVFX 213-3 (BC=3) using value and line, and creating the Create hard surface models in 3D software (2-0-3) 15 Weeks feeling of flesh, bone, and cloth by adding using box modeling, and high poly Rigging I marks to paper. sculpting and baking techniques. Layout Focusing on the articulation of joints, Prerequisite: ARAN 205. efficient texture coordinates, and create 2D create animation ready rigs for animated Note: May include use of life models. texture maps. characters within 3D software. Prerequisite: AVFX 107. Prerequisite: AVFX 107.

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AVFX 215-5 (BC=5) AVFX 311-2 (BC=3) AVFX 405-15 (BC=15) (4-0-2) 15 Weeks (2-0-1) 15 Weeks (3-0-28) 15 Weeks Digital Sculpting Special Projects in Collaboration Pre-Production for Area of Specialization Digitally sculpt and then retopologize Collaborate on a 3D animation-related Plan and execute pre-production for character models. Prepare models for project with a client, either internal or 3D animation related to final project(s). animation and texture painting with an external to the college. This project will Identify mentors. Assemble previs. Develop awareness of appealing form, skeletal include meeting milestones for clients, production assets for 3D animation related landmarks and muscular groups. as well as producing demo reel materials. final project(s) to a 50% level of completion. Prerequisite: AVFX 201. Prerequisite: Successful completion of all Work with mentors. Meet individual third year Term 1 courses. milestones. AVFX 301-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: Successful completion of all (2-0-3) 15 Weeks AVFX 313-5 (BC=5) third year courses. Texture Painting II (4-0-2) 15 Weeks Learn various texturing workflows. Produce Rigging II AVFX 410-15 (BC=15) artwork for your demo reel, with a focus on A focus on deformation of meshes. (3-0-28) 15 Weeks painted textures. Problem solve rigging situations and create Production for Area of Specialization Prerequisite: AVFX 107, AVFX 201, complex animation-ready rigs for animated Develop production assets for 3D AVFX 207. characters, with 3D software. animation related final project(s), to a level Corequisite: AVFX 307. Prerequisite: AVFX 213. of completion ready for postproduction (such as compositing). Work with mentors. AVFX 303-5 (BC=5) AVFX 315-2 (BC=3) Meet individual milestones. Complete post (4-0-2) 15 Weeks (4-0-2) 8 Weeks production for 3D animation related final 3D Character Animation II Matchmoving/3D Integration project(s). Compile demo reel materials. Animation of complex action for both Work with film footage as image sequences, Prerequisite: AVFX 405. bipedal and quadrupedal characters, as practice matchmoving and 3D integration. well as complex dialogue between multiple Build camera tracks. Extract 3D information characters. Animation principles are applied from 2D footage. to lip sync and pantomime. Prerequisite: AVFX 107. Prerequisite: AVFX 203. Astronomy AVFX 317-2 (BC=3) AVFX 307-3 (BC=3) (4-0-2) 7 Weeks ASTR 205-3 (BC=3) (2-0-3) 15 Weeks Motion Capture Cleanup (3-0) 15 weeks Lighting and Rendering Clean up raw motion capture files, creating The Modern Universe Work with a variety of digital lighting useable cycles. Test them in 3D software. Explore the wonders of the Universe using and rendering scenarios in 3D software. Prerequisite: AVFX 107, AVFX 209, the basic principles of motion and light. Learn render farm workflows. AVFX 303. Discuss current knowledge of the solar Prerequisite: AVFX 107, AVFX 207, system, stars and galaxies. Discover the AVFX 209. AVFX 319-5 (BC=5) night sky using modern astronomical (4-0-2) 15 Weeks methods. AVFX 309-5 (BC=5) Visual Effects (4-0-2) 15 Weeks Design and develop visual effects Advanced Compositing simulation in node based software. Compositing of CG rendered passes, Examples may include rigid body dynamics, learning wire rig removal and the creation cloth simulations, particles simulations of clean plates, pulling a key from such as explosions, smoke, fluids, and fur. greenscreen footage, and the incorporation Prerequisite: AVFX 107, AVFX 309. of 2.5D/3D set design/matte paintings. Intro to stereoscopic setup and immersive virtual reality compositing flows. Prerequisite: AVFX 209.

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BIOL 217-3 (BC=4) BIOL 350-3 (BC=4) Biochemistry (3-3) 15 weeks (3-0-3) 15 weeks Introduction to Cell Biology Survey of the Invertebrates BIOC 301-3 (BC=3) Survey biological macromolecules, Examine the systematics, functional (3-0-0) 15 weeks membrane structure and function, cellular anatomy, life cycles, distribution, evolution Introductory Biochemistry structure; bioenergetics and energy flow, and importance of major invertebrate taxa. Introduction to the fundamental principles respiration and photosynthesis, cell division Survey the minor taxa. Study selected topics of biochemistry with no laboratory and the cell cycle, DNA structure and in invertebrate biology. component. Study of protein structure replication, transcription and translation, Prerequisite: BIOL 218. and function, lipids and the structure of recombinant DNA and genetic regulation. biological membranes, nucleotides and the Prerequisite: Biology 30 and Chemistry 30. BIOL 351-3 (BC=4) structure of nucleic acids, bioenergetics and (3-0-3) 15 weeks the metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids and BIOL 218-3 (BC=4) Anatomy of Vertebrates nitrogen, the integration and regulation of (3-0-3) 15 weeks Compare vertebrate structure and cellular metabolism. Evolutions and Biological Diversity functional significance with an emphasis Prerequisites: CHEM 211 and 251 or 351. Examines the major lineage of life on Earth. on mammals. Examine the chordates Anti-requisite: BIOC 393. Overview of evolutionary principles and and the origin of the vertebrates. Restrictions: Students may only transfer classification, the history of life, and the key Survey the vertebrate class and discuss BIOC 301 or BIOC 393 for credit. adaptations of prokaryotes, protists, fungi, early development and major systems. plants, and animals. Laboratories survey the Prerequisite: BIOL 218 BIOC 393-3 (BC=4) diversity of biological form and function, and (3-0-3) 15 weeks introduce the students to data collection and BIOL 352-3 (BC=3) Fundamentals of Biochemistry scientific writing. (3-0-0) 15 weeks Introduction to the fundamental Prerequisite: Biology 30. Animal Physiology principles of biochemistry with laboratory Examine the physiology of cellular component. Study of protein structure BIOL 301-3 (BC=3) communication in animals with emphasis and function, lipids and the structure of (3-0-0) 15 weeks placed on the role and function of the biological membranes, nucleotides and the Molecular Cell Biology nervous (including sensory receptors), structure of nucleic acids, bioenergetics and Examine the properties, structures, and muscular, endocrine and immune systems. the metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids and functions of eukaryotic cells at molecular Prerequisite: BIOL 217. nitrogen,the integration and regulation of level. Explore methods in molecular cellular metabolism. cell biology. BIOL 360-3 (BC=4) Prerequisites: CHEM 211 and 251 or 351. Prerequisite: BIOL 217. (3-0-0) 15 weeks Anti-requisite: BIOC 301. Corequisite: CHEM 251 or 351. Principles of Microbiology Examine structural, biological, and BIOL 317-3 (BC=4) functional diversity of microbial groups. (3-0-3) 15 weeks Explores the application of microorganisms Biology Molecular Genetics and Heredity in industries. Introduces basic concepts Examine the chromosomal and molecular in medical microbiology. Laboratories (See also Microbiology, Bacteriology, Botany, basis for the transmission and function of employs various microbiology techniques Genetics, Physiology, and Zoology.) genes. Study the fundamental principles of for the culturing, identification (classic heredity, including Mendelian laws, genetic and PCR-based), and quantification of Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. recombination and mapping. Examine microorganisms and applies experimental Check Course Timetable for availability. the molecular basis of gene structure, design, data analysis, and scientific writing. organization, expression and regulation in Prerequisite: BIOL 217 and CHEM 251 or BIOL 201-3 (BC=4) prokaryotes and eukaryotes. CHEM 351. (3-0-3) 15 weeks Prerequisite: BIOL 217. Concepts in Biology BIOL 370-3 (BC=3) Evaluate characteristics of living organisms. BIOL 318-3 (BC=4) (3-0-0) 15 weeks Survey cellular processes, genetic (3-0-3) 15 weeks Molecular Genetics information, heredity, and evolutionary Principles of Ecology Examine the organization and expression principles. Apply the scientific method Examine the interactions between of genetic material in bacteria and viruses including hypothesis, experimental design, organisms and their environment in various based on classic experiments and molecular data collection and conclusion an a levels of organization including individuals, mechanisms. Topics include: fertility, genetic lab setting. populations, communities, and ecosystems. fine structure, mutagenesis, DNA repair, Prerequisite: Biology 30. Apply the scientific method with a focus on DNA replication, recombination and the ecological experiments and field studies. control of gene expression. Prerequisite: BIOL 218. Prerequisite: BIOL 317.

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BIOL 399-1 .5 (BC=2) BIOL 3411-3 (BC=3) BIOL 4901-3 (BC=3) (0-0-1.5) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Biology Research Opportunity Program Evolution Research Design A biology research project, supervised by a Examine evolutionary processes using Apply scientific research design methods faculty member in the department, which evidence from the fossil record and extant in the proposal of a biological research focuses on the development of skills in organisms with a focus on population question applicable to a field or laboratory research methods through engagement genetics, heredity, variation, natural setting in consultation with a faculty selection, adaptation, and speciation. advisor. in discussions of scientific research and Prerequisites: BIOL 217 and BIOL 218 with a Prerequisite: BIOL 401 with a minimum experience in the research environment. minimum letter grade of C- in both. letter grade of C-. Prerequisite: BIOL 217 or BIOL 218 and approval of the Department. BIOL 3801-3 (BC=4) BIOL 4902-3 (BC=3) Note: This course is credit/no credit. (3-0-3) 15 weeks (0-3-0) 15 weeks Note: Application does not guarantee a Advanced Cell and Molecular Biology Research Experiment ROP position. Examine eukaryotic cells in their Apply scientific research methods to microenvironment. Explain nuclear complete a biological research project BIOL 3101-3 (BC=4) structure, organization, and function at under the supervision of faculty advisor. (3-0-2) 15 weeks molecular level. Examine principles of Prerequisites: BIOL 598 and permission of Quantitative Biology immunity at cell and molecular level. the department. Introduction to the application of analytical Explore methods in molecular cell biology. and statistical methods for examining data Compare and contrast various cell signaling sets and evidence in biology. pathways in eukaryotic cells. Prerequisites: STAT 251, BIOL 217 and BIOL Prerequisites: BIOL 301 and 317 with a 218 with a minimum letter grade of C- in all. minimum letter grade of C- in both. Business

BIOL 3201-3 (BC=4) BIOL 4401-3 (BC=3) Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. (3-0-3) 15 weeks (2-0-3) 15 weeks Check Course Timetable for availability. Developmental Biology Field Methods in Ecology BUS 201-3 (BC=3) Examine the different developmental Explore research projects in behavioural, processes in organisms and their control by population, and community ecology in a (3-0) 15 weeks various underlying molecular mechanisms. field environment. Apply data collection Introduction to Business Emphasis will be placed on current techniques in field exercises. Fieldwork will This course covers the foundations for applications of developmental biology in take place over two weeks off the main future courses in the B.Comm. program health and life-sciences research. campus. including accounting, organization Pre-requisites: BIOL 301 and 317 with a Prerequisites: BIOL 318 and 401 with a behaviour, finance, information systems minimum letter grade of C- in both. minimum letter grade of C- in both. and marketing. Cases, group projects and a computerized business game may be used. BIOL 3301-3 (BC=4) BIOL 4491-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-3) 15 weeks BUS 303-3 (BC=3) Topics in Ecology and Environmental General Botany (3-0) 15 weeks Biology Examine the biology, taxonomy, diversity, Introduction to Organizational evolution, and ecology of plants. Survey the Examine selected topics in ecology and/or Behaviour different plant groups through laboratory environmental biology. This course may be and field work, data collection, and scientific repeated for credit. An introduction to the factors that influence writing. Prerequisite: BIOL 318 with a minimum human behavior in organizations. Topics Prerequisites: BIOL 217 and BIOL 218 with a letter grade of C-. include perception, personality, values, minimum letter grade of C- in both. group behavior, leadership, politics and BIOL 4891-3 (BC=3) power. Students will be encouraged to BIOL 3401-3 (BC=4) (3-0-0) 15 weeks use this information to better understand (3-0-3) 15 weeks Topics in Cell and Molecular Biology themselves and how they make choices in Community and Population Ecology Examine selected topics in cell and/or organizations. Explore the principles of community and molecular biology. This course may be Note: Not eligible for challenge. population ecology, applied to plants and repeated for credit. animals. Prerequisites: BIOL 301 and 317 with a Prerequisites: BIOL 318 and STAT 251 with a minimum letter grade of C- in both. minimum letter grade of C- in both.

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BUS 305-3 (BC=3) Corequisite: ACCT 202. BADM 111-3 (BC=4) (3-0) 15 weeks Note: It is strongly recommended that (3-0-1) 15 weeks Organization Theory and Analysis student complete ACCT 202 before Introduction to Statistics Organizational structure and processes. registering in BUS 310. The use of statistics and probability in Theoretical models used to analyse and Note: It is recommended that diploma business decision making. Methods of manage organizations. The context of students take FINS 150 prior to BUS 310. collecting, organizing, interpreting, and organization theory. Problems and use of presenting data. Measures of central tendency and dispersion. Discrete and classical and modern theory. Organization BUS 311-3 (BC=3) continuous probability distributions. dynamics. (3-0) 15 weeks Standard normal distribution. Sampling and Prerequisite: BUS 303. Legal Foundations of the Canadian statistical estimation. Testing hypotheses. Economy Correlation and simple linear regression. BUS 306-3 (BC=4) Both the private and public sectors of our Note: Credit will not be granted for both (3-0-1) 15 weeks economy rest on a structure of legal and BADM 111 and BUS 306. Introduction to Business Statistics I social institutions. This course looks at the The use of statistics and probability in Canadian legal system with emphasis on BADM 132-3 (BC=3) business decision making. Methods of the social policy behind the rules, rather (3-0) 15 weeks collecting, organizing, interpreting, and than on the rules of law themselves. Introduction to Marketing presenting data. Measures of central Includes the nature, sources, philosophy, The activities involved in the flow of goods tendency and and dispersion. Discrete and policy objectives of the law. Selected and services from the manufacturer to and continuous probability distributions. topics from the field of tort and contract law. the c onsumer. A consumer ap p roach to Standard normal distribution. Sampling and marketing is stressed. Decisions on product, statistical estimation. Testing hypotheses. place, promotion, and pricing. Other related Correlation and simple linear regression. marketing topics and how they are used to Note: Credit will not be granted for both develop policies and strategies. BADM 111 and BUS 306. Business Administration BADM 204-3 (BC=3) BUS 307-3 (BC=4) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0-1) 15 weeks Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. Interpersonal Skills Introduction to Business Statistics II Check Course Timetable for availability. Theory and skills of interpersonal relations. Statistical techniques used in business Topics include: understanding and * decision making, analysis of variances, BADM 107-2 (BC=2) improving interpersonal relationships, chi-square distribution, non- parametric (3-1) 15 weeks perception, customer service, negotiation tests of hypotheses, two sample tests, and Computer Skills for Business skills, conflict resolution, giving and multiple regression and correlation analysis. BADM 107 is designed to provide students receiving feedback, presentation skills, Prerequisite: BUS 306 or BADM 111. with requisite computing skills to succeed coaching and counselling, interviewing in BADM 207 Advanced Microcomputers. skills. BUS 310-3 (BC=3) The course consists of three modules; (3-0) 15 weeks CMPT 071 - Introduction to Computers, BADM 210-3 (BC=3) Introduction to Finance CMPT 083 - Word Processing I, and CMPT (3-0-0) 15 weeks Types of securities and basic methods 086 - Spreadsheet Skills I. Business Technology I * of valuation. Valuation and selection of Non-traditional delivery in course. Provides an introduction to the efficient physical and intellectual assets. Operation use of information technology applications of asset markets and market efficiency. BADM 110-3 (BC=3) that are commonly used in a business Risk measures and risk reduction methods. (3-0) 15 weeks environment for numerical analysis, Financing policy, including choices Introduction to Management presentations, written communications, and between debt and equity financing. Learn how to manage organizations in an file sharing. Prerequisite: BUS 306. ethical and socially responsible manner to maximize productivity within the constraints of the business environment. Competency modules include the theoretical and applied aspects of planning, organizing, leading and controlling.

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BADM 211-3 (BC=3) BADM 235-3 (BC=4) BADM 242-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-1) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Management Information Systems Applied Database Development Marketing Research This course focuses on the role of Expands on the construction of simple Methods of defining problems, collecting information technology in an organization database models to those involving data, analysing data, and presenting results and its application to business problems. more complex designs that deal with the for marketing problems. Research methods Techniques for designing, implementing interactions of multiple entities. Focuses on used in all functions of business. Specific and managing information systems are using tools that facilitate the development areas of market research, including the presented. Topics covered include of user-specific applications on a stable use of focus groups. Emphasis is on the hardware and software, file management, database infrastructure. Complex forms marketing function of research. database organization, networking and and reports and the usage of scripts using Prerequisite: BADM 132. telecommunications, systems development SQL or similar languages will be explored. and design, flowcharting, system security, Prerequisite: BADM 210. BADM 243-3 (BC=3) backup and recovery, and artificial (3-0) 15 weeks intelligence. Completion of BADM 210 is BADM 238-3 (BC=4) Marketing Surveys recommended, or consent of the Donald (3-1) 15 weeks Marketing survey theory and skills. School of Business. Electronic Commerce Research project, including designing The focus will be on the business strategies and administering a questionnaire and BADM 232-3 (BC=3) and procedures necessary to use the tabulating and evaluating the project. (3-0) 15 weeks Internet to deliver goods and services Group and individual work. Business Technology II Prerequisite: CSYS 100 or BADM 207, or Prerequisite: BADM 242. Students will research, use and evaluate a BADM 210, or consent of department. variety of current technologies related to BADM 247-3 (BC=3) business. Through simulations and projects, BADM 240-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks the students will gain experience in the (3-0) 15 weeks Retail Management setup, operation and issues of modern Personal Selling An introduction to retail management. business technology. The role of selling in the business world. Topics such as location analysis, pricing, Prerequisite: BADM 210. The nature and rewards of selling. Details advertising and promotions, store layout of the salesperson’s job and qualifications. and design, competition evaluation, and BADM 233-3 (BC=3) Knowledge and skills needed for staff management will be discussed. (3-0) 15 weeks successful selling. The sales process. The Prerequisite: BADM 132. Web Development salesperson’s personal, customer, and social This course introduces the students to responsibilities. BADM 249-3 (BC=3) coding for the web. Students will learn Prerequisite: BADM 132. (3-0) 15 weeks advanced programming in HTML as well Events Management as introductory concepts in CGI scripting BADM 241-3 (BC=3) Theory and practice of planning, and XML. (3-0) 15 weeks implementing, coordinating, marketing Prerequisite: BADM 210. Marketing Communications and evaluating various types of events Emphasis on the concepts and components including award ceremonies, convention BADM 234-3 (BC=3) of integrated marketing communications planning, trade shows, fundraisers, festivals, (3-0) 15 weeks (IMC) and the management of seminars, and concerts. Web Design strategic and creative components Prerequisite: BADM 132 or consent Students will learn advanced web design involved in developing effective of department. using web authoring tools. Students will marketing communication campaigns. be furthering their knowledge of design Understanding of target audience and web layout by utilizing a variety of behavior, communication theories and multimedia development tools. communication effectiveness concepts Prerequisite: BADM 210. will be examined. Prerequisite: BADM 132.

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BADM 251-3 (BC=3) BADM 258-3 (BC=3) BADM 270-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Entrepreneurship Recruitment and Selection Business Integration This course develops the tools necessary Design and implement strategic Integration of learning from other courses for both future entrepreneurs and those recruitment and selection initiatives. in the Business Administration program and already active in the business community Analyze and develop job requirements, development of strategic thinking. In addition to compete effectively in the world of consider legal issues, and utilize effective to studying the theory and application of commerce. Prospective entrepreneurs hiring and training methods. business strategy, students will also run their will learn how to investigate and evaluate Corequisite: BADM 281. own companies in a competitive business business opportunities, and to acquire the simulation, analyse the performance of skills and knowledge needed to establish BADM 260-3 (BC=3) companies and the environment, and make new business ventures, as well as, how to (3-0) 15 weeks presentations to management. meet the organization’s social responsibility Introduction to Corporate Finance Prerequisite: Completion of all first year to its community. The role of finance in today’s business Business Administration and/or Financial Note: Designed for BADM students. firms. Cash budgets, financial forecasting Services diploma courses. Note: Not open to students in the first and analysis, and sources and uses of Prerequisite or Corequisite: BADM 260 or year without consent of the department. funds. Effective management of current BUS 310. assets, working capital, and fixed assets. Note: Not eligible for challenge or BADM 253-3 (BC=3) Capital budgeting and methods of Advanced Standing. (3-0) 15 weeks evaluating capital projects, with emphasis Project Management on discounted cash flow techniques. Class BADM 280-3 (BC=3) Designed to explore the basic elements discussion of relevant case problems. (3-0) 15 weeks of project management. This includes Prerequisite: FINS 150 and ACCT 102/103 Labour Relations planning, scheduling, maintaining progress or 202, or consent of the Donald School of Labour relations and collective bargaining. of the activities that comprise a project. Business. Labour legislation, negotiating and By applying knowledge gained to actual Note: Designed for second year Business administering collective agreements, projects, students are able to understand Administration students. and settling disputes. Concepts, theories, project life cycles, scheduling, planning, legislation, history, practices, and current control and implementation. BADM 261-3 (BC=3) trends and issues in the Canadian industrial (3-0) 15 weeks relations system. BADM 254-3 (BC=3) Financial Management Prerequisite: BADM 281. (3-0-0) 15 weeks The firm’s optimal capital structure. Short- Organizational Learning and term, intermediate, and long-term sources BADM 281-3 (BC=3) Development of capital funds. Leasing, dividend policy, (3-0) 15 weeks Provides students with the theoretical ledgers, and acquisitions. Class discussion of Human Resource Management concepts as well as practical skills for relevant case problems. An introduction to human resource issues assessing, designing and developing Prerequisite: BADM 260. for the employee, supervisor, manager, and learning initiatives from a broader human resources staff. Planning, organizational and strategic perspective. BADM 262-3 (BC=3) recruitment, selection, compensation, Provides an overview to strategic learning (3-0) 15 weeks performance appraisal, and labour relations and development, assessment of Investments issues will be discussed. learning and development interventions, Practical and theoretical aspects of Note: Designed for BADM students. and assessment of individual and investing in marketable securities are Note: Not open to students in the first year organizational performance. explored. Stocks, bonds, and other without consent of the department. Corequisite: BADM 281. marketable securities, such as exchange BADM 285-3 (BC=3) traded funds and mutual funds, will be (3-0) 15 weeks BADM 256-3 (BC=3) discussed. In particular the risks and returns Introduction to Tax Planning (3-0-0) 15 weeks from investing will be reviewed within Topics covered include corporations, Compensation and Benefits the context of various types of securities proprietorships, partnerships, taxation of Provides a comprehensive framework markets. Various theories in behavioral various types of income, and property. for the development of compensation finance are also discussed. The use of tax deferral and tax free structures strategy and compensation systems by Prerequisite: ACCT 103 or 202. is reviewed. Self-employment expenses are organizations. Topics include job evaluation, also covered. compensation surveys, performance Prerequisite: Completion of first year courses pay, stock and profit sharing plans, and in Business Administration Diploma or employee benefits plans. Financial Services Diploma or consent of Corequisite: BADM 281. the department.

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BADM 290-3 (BC=3) CHEM 212-3 (BC=4) (3-0) 15 weeks Chemistry (3-1-3) 15 weeks Work Practicum General Chemistry II Note: You must have a lab coat and safety This course provides the student with an Continued introduction to the discipline glasses to take part in chemistry labs. opportunity to work in a business setting and essential concepts of chemistry You can buy these items at the College and apply the skills he/she has learned focusing on buffers, titration curves, Bookstore. Please note that contact lenses in the Business Administration Program. solubility and complex ion equilibria, are not permitted in the labs. Students are required to work at least 90 thermodynamics and thermochemistry, hours (normally unpaid) during the term. chemical kinetics, and electrochemistry. Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. The instructor will assist in finding a suitable Prerequisite: Chem 211. Check Course Timetable for availability. work placement. Prerequisite: Completion of the 1st year of CHEM 311-3 (BC=4) CHEM 203-3 (BC=4) the Business Administration Program with (3-0-4) 15 weeks (3-1S-3/2) 15 weeks a minimum GPA of 2.5. Quantitative Analysis I Introductory University Chemistry I Apply experimental principles and methods The first introductory-level chemistry BADM 320-3 (BC=3) focusing on solution equilibria, titrimetry, course that focusses on the foundations of (3-0) 15 weeks volumetric laboratory skills, evaluation of atomic properties and chemical reactions. Selected Topics in Management experimental data, and the use of organic Topics include: stoichiometry, reactions and Specialized areas of managerial or and inorganic analysis. titrations, ideal gases, atomic structure and entrepreneurial concerns, or both. Prerequisite: CHEM 212. bonding, chemical equilibrium, and acids Functional areas of business, including and bases. management, marketing, finance, CHEM 313-3 (BC=4) Prerequisite: Chem 30 or equivalent, accounting, and human resources. Course (3-0-4) 15 weeks Math 30-1. offering and specific topics depend on if an Quantitative Analysis II Corequisite: MATH 202 (203 or 212). instructor is available. Apply experimental principles and methods Note: For Engineering students. focusing on separation techniques, BADM 321-3 (BC=3) atomic and molecular spectrometry, CHEM 205-3 (BC=4) (3-0) 15 weeks electrochemistry, evaluation of (3-1S-3/2) 15 weeks Selected Topics in Management experimental data, and the use of organic Introductory University Chemistry II Specialized areas of managerial or and inorganic analysis. The second introductory-level chemistry entrepreneurial concerns, or both. Prerequisite: CHEM 311. course that further expands upon the Functional areas of business, including foundations of various chemical reactions management, marketing, finance, CHEM 351-3 (BC=4) and systems by discussing their equilibrium accounting, and human resources. Course (3-1-3) 15 weeks and reaction rates. Topics include: buffers, offering and specific topics depend on if an Organic Chemistry I titration curves, solubility and complex instructor is available. An introduction to the chemistry of carbon ion equilibria, thermodynamics and compounds focusing on the molecular thermochemistry, chemical kinetics, and BADM 327-1* (BC=1) structure, nomenclature, reactions, reaction electrochemistry. (2-1) 5 weeks mechanisms and stereochemistry of Prerequisite: CHEM 203. Quantitative Methods Module For hydrocarbons, and some functional groups Corequisite: MATH 204 or 213. Accountants including haloalkanes, alcohols, thiols, ethers Note: For Engineering students only. Selected Management Science and and epoxides, Introduction to the use of statistical topics for Accountants. Topics important organic compounds related to CHEM 211-3 (BC=4) include linear programming, statistical industry, agriculture and everyday purposes. (3-1-3) 15 weeks decision theory, time series and index Prerequisite: CHEM 211 or CHEM 102. General Chemistry I numbers. Anti-requisite: Chem 251. Introduction to the discipline and essential Prerequisite: BUS 306 or BADM 111 or concepts of chemistry focusing on consent of the department. stoichiometry, reactions and titrations, *The successful completion of both ideal gases, atomic structure and bonding, BADM 327 and BUS 307 will enable chemical equilibrium, and acids and bases. students to obtain transfer credit for CGA’s Prerequisite: Chem 30 and Math 30-1. Quantitative Methods I.

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CHEM 352-3 (BC=4) COMM 150-3 (BC=3) COMM 321-3 (BC=3) (3-1-3) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Organic Chemistry II College and Workplace Writing Special Topics in Communications Examination of nomenclature, physical Practice fundamental writing skills with Focus on trends, theory, and/or the practice properties, stereochemistry, synthesis and an emphasis on grammar, basic business of communications and media studies. reaction of aldehydes ketones, carboxylic correspondence, and short reports for Topics will vary. Sample topics might acids and derivatives, carbohydrates, business or college. COMM 150 is accepted include organizational communication, risk amino acids, proteins and amines. Study as a prerequisite for COMM 250. communication, health communication. of the chemistry of biomolecules. Use of spectroscopic tools. Exploration of the COMM 210-3 (BC=3) COMM 341-3 (BC=3) industrial, environmental and biological (3-0-0) 15 Weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks implications. Communication for Creative Arts New Media and Society Prerequisite: CHEM 251 or CHEM 351. Learn to prepare effective professional Study the implications of new media for communication in the creative arts. Focus everyday life and broader social, cultural, on mechanics, style, tone, and organization political, and economic change using of messages, including reviews of current various theories. Discuss the historical, media, employment documents, social ethical and legal implications of new Classics media profiles, and oral presentations. media. Explore concepts of participatory culture, creative industries, surveillance, and CLAS 209-3 (BC=3) COMM 250-3 (BC=3) governance. (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Pre-requisite: ELA 30-1 or equivalent, or Ancient Greece and Rome Business and Workplace Writing enrollment in MSPC program. For description, see under HISTORY courses. Learn theory and practice of writing for business and workplace environments. COMM 363-3 (BC=3) CLAS 320-3 (BC=3) Emphasis on mechanics, style, tone and (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks organization of communications, including Professional and Technical Roman History research reports, memos, letters, business Communication For description, see under HISTORY courses. proposals and resumes. Learn the best practices of professional and Prerequisite: Placement Criteria must technical communication, using various be met. written media. Examine how organizational culture and audience expectations shape Communications COMM 271-3 (BC=3) communication in workplace contexts. (3-0-1) 15 weeks Plan, prepare and deliver professional and Students may take a College placement Introduction to Communication Theory technical information in support of an test before registering in a 200-level written Examine key theoretical areas within organization’s communications goals. communications course. (Students with Communication Studies, with focus on 60% or greater in English 30 or ELA 30-1 how communication can serve as an COMM 369-3 (BC=3) will be exempted from this test). Students agent of social and cultural change. Major (3-0-0) 15 weeks who do not achieve a satisfactory mark topics include rhetoric, language, mass Classical Persuasion in this test will be required to complete media, cultural studies, interpersonal and Understand how the ideas of Aristotle and COMM 150 before they can register in the oral communication, and organizational other theorists apply to communication required 200-level course. Students should communication. work and the media by learning effective take the placement test early in the event Prerequisite: ELA 30-1 or equivalent, or persuasion, audience and situational preparatory work (COMM 150) is required. enrollment in MSPC program. analysis, rhetorical theory, and ethics. Discuss current events; apply classic Course Equivalencies COMM 313-3 (BC=3) techniques to improve written and oral For program completion requirements (3-0-0) 15 weeks arguments; and, critically evaluate texts at RDC, COMM 250, 252, 254, and 256 are Communication Research Methods like news articles, videos, and essays. equivalent to each other. These courses, Examine academic and practical Prerequisite: COMM 271 though equivalent at RDC, may not transfer communication research methods. to other institutions in the same way. Practice basic application of various Please see an academic advisor for more qualitative and quantitative methods. information on specific transferability of all Explore the connections between research COMM courses. methods and theoretical approaches of communication and knowledge production. Consider the ethical implications research methods.

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COMM 371-3 (BC=3) COMM 2001-3 (BC=3) CMPT 261-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-3) 15 weeks Critical Media Studies Intercultural Competency and Introduction to Computing Analyze everyday media like advertising, Communication Introduction to computers and practical television, film, videogames, and Recognize cultural differences, according application of software. This course will magazines. Use interpretative tools such as to theoretical dimensions of culture, and provide a comprehensive foundation of psychoanalysis, Marxism, gender and queer progress through stages of intercultural computer literacy in support of university- theory to learn how media changes lives, competence. Develop awareness, level study. what makes a book or TV show a success, knowledge, and sensitivity in relation to what forces affect the images, and what cultural biases, stereotypes and other makes Canadian media unique. adversities. Evaluate impact of cultural Prerequisite: COMM 271 diversity. Demonstrate strategies for effective communication across cultures. Creation COMM 375-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks CREA 105-3 (BC=2) Mass Communication in Canada (1-0-2) 15 Weeks Examine the role of mass media in Canadian Creative Core society including television, film, music, Computing Science An introduction to the School of Creative print, and new technologies. Focus on the Arts, Red Deer College, and the City of historical development, policies, financial Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. Red Deer and Area through exploration, issues, and audience reception of media in Check Course Timetable for availability. interaction, and dissemination of knowledge. Canada. Consider Canadian mass media in a global context and in relation to the CMPT 201-3 (BC=4) CREA 110-3 (BC=3) United States. (3-3) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 Weeks Prerequisite: ELA 30-1 or equivalent, or Introduction to Programming Storytelling I enrollment in MSPC program. Introduction to the theory and application Analyze how fictional stories and narratives of computer programming. Explore work in a variety of media. Learn story COMM 381-3 (BC=3) programming languages, algorithms, and basics through an introduction to arche- (3-0-0) 15 weeks logic in a lab and class setting. typal stories and myth, basic structure and Communication History arcs, and examine different aspects of plot Examine the development of major CMPT 214-3 (BC=4) and character. Examine how different media communication systems throughout (3-3) 15 weeks and interfaces influence the ways in which history and the social contexts in which Introduction to Computing Science stories are told. they emerged. Learn about technological Computer architecture, operations and data Prerequisite: Comm 210 advancements and apply theory to storage. Machine language and assembler understand how these advancements have programming. Scientific applications and shaped and reflected social organization systems programming in C++. Functions and everyday life. parameter passing and recursion. The Prerequisite: ELA 30-1 or equivalent, or programming will progress from the Dance enrollment in MSPC program. structured perspective to the object oriented paradigm. See listings under “Kinesiology & Sports Studies,” page 49. COMM 383-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: Math 30 (Pure). (3-0-0) 15 weeks Corequisite: MATH 202 or 203. Introduction to Public Relations Examine the theory and practice of public CMPT 215-3 (BC=4) relations, focusing on the Canadian context. (3-3) 15 weeks Drama Consider the history and development of Elementary Data Structures public relations and various professional Using a high level language to present and DRAM 201-3 (BC=3) roles in public relations. Explore key manipulate data structures. Strings, arrays, (3-0) 15 weeks public relations tools and tactics, such and linked lists. Stacks, queues, and trees. Play Analysis as social media, traditional media, digital Uses of data structures. Understanding drama through critical communications, news releases, and other Prerequisite: CMPT 214 or 351 and analysis of plays. Using analysis for creative written documents.releases, backgrounders, consent of the Department. solutions in play productions. press kits, PR plans and speeches. Prerequisite: ELA 30-1 or equivalent, or DRAM 202-3 (BC=3) enrollment in MSPC program (3-0) 15 weeks Introduction to Theatre Art The origins and development of theatre art. Introduction to theatre history and theatre aesthetics. 24 rdc.ab.ca COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

DRAM 203-3 (BC=3) DRAM 350-3 (BC=4) ELCC 206-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-3) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Introduction to Dramatic Movement Introduction to Acting Introduction to Special Needs Releasing, developing, and expanding The process of acting and dramatic form Explore development of children physical resources basic to movement in through dramatic improvisation. Formerly with special needs from prenatal to acting. Developing body awareness. DRAM 251. age 12, focusing on various types of exceptionalities. The course includes DRAM 204-1 (BC=1) DRAM 353-3 (BC=3) attitudes, trends, issues, and strategies (2-1) 15 weeks (1-5) 15 weeks employed when caring for children with Singing for the Stage Scene Study I special needs. Developing the voice through choral The study of acting, including analyzing singing and coaching. Vocal range, and enacting scripted scenes and ELCC 210-4 (BC=4) technique, and musicality. characterization. (4-0-0) 15 weeks Note: Open to Theatre Studies Acting Prerequisite: DRAM 249 or 350 or 321 or Practicum I students only. consent of the Department. This practicum provides students with the opportunity to interact in an early learning DRAM 249-3 (BC=3) DRAM 383-3 (BC=4) setting while practicing and developing (1-5) 15 weeks (3-3) 15 weeks observational skills. Students demonstrate Introduction to Dramatic Process Introduction to Directing professional attitudes and dispositions Improvising speech and movement, with Fundamentals of directing through practical through the integration of course theories emphasis on imaginative development. exercises. into practice, capturing this integration in The process of acting and dramatic form. Prerequisite: DRAM 353 or THTR 141 and their documentation. Developing communication skills. consent of the Department. Prerequisite: Completion or enrolment in Not accepted for credit in the Theatre 4th ELCC certificate course. Studies Program. Not available to students DRAM 483-2 (BC-2) with credit in DRAM 350. (0-6) 15 weeks ELCC 211-3 (BC=3) Advanced Directing (3-0-0) 15 weeks DRAM 301-1 (BC=1) Develop the director’s creative use of the Child Development (0-3) elements of directing. Focus on human development and Production Workshop I Prerequisite: DRAM 383. learning essential to working with children Student initiated project work involving (ages 0-12). Apply theory to educational theatre production or theatre related practice to provide appropriate learning research. opportunities that support diverse Note: Open to all students, subject children’s educational, physical, cognitive, to approval of the Theatre Studies Early Learning and social, cultural, moral, and psychological Department. Child Care development. Observe and document child development. DRAM 321-3 (BC=3) (These courses are intended for Early (1-3) 15 weeks Childhood Development students, but can ELCC 212-3 (BC=3) Creative Drama be taken by other students with consent of (3-0-0) 15 weeks Use of dramatic technique in a variety of the Associate Dean). With the exception of Play and Documentation group projects to develop self-expression. practicum courses, all ELCC courses can be Introductory planning course for ages This course will serve leaders and teachers taken in any sequence. 0-12 years focusing on play theories and at all levels. Former experience in theatre is issues across all program types. Emphasis not required. ELCC 201-3 (BC=3) on time, materials, and the role of play in (3-0-0) 15 weeks children’s learning, care, and development. DRAM 347-3 (BC=3) Foundations of Early Learning & Observation and documentation skills to (2-2.5) 15 weeks Child Care support emergent planning. Introduction to Oral Communication Introduction to the characteristics and Freeing the natural voice. Developing body roles of Early Learning and Child Care ELCC 213-3 (BC=3) awareness related to the voice: breathing, professionals in various program settings. (3-0-0) 15 weeks resonance, projection, articulation, and Emphasis on regulations and current Interpersonal Relations range. Exploring basic techniques of oral issues on quality child care as well as An introduction to self-understanding communication and interpretation, drawing health, nutrition, and safety information and self-acceptance as the basis of a from various forms of literature. and implications for practice. Anti-bias professional’s ability to understand and curriculum, relationships with families, and value others. Gain knowledge of how child maltreatment are explored. communication strategies and skills influence practice.

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ELCC 215-3 (BC=3) ELCC 309-3 (BC=3) ELCC 320-5 (BC=5) (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks (5-0-0) 15 weeks Literacies and Dramatic Play Indigenous Ways in ELCC Practicum IV A focus on emergent literacy and dramatic This course will examine indigenous ways This practicum provides the opportunity play. Identification of quality literature of knowing, doing and being based upon for practical experience designing and and fostering language development in Indigenous worldviews, perspectives and implementing learning environments children. Planning and providing dramatic practices historically, traditionally and for young children in a diverse range of play experiences and story sharing strategies. contemporarily Focus on strengthening community programs, extending the relationships, deepening knowledge and objectives of first year practicums. Students ELCC 217-3 (BC=3) enhancing skills for learning, caring and compose a personal philosophy of the ELCC (3-0-0) 15 weeks working in partnership with Indigenous profession and its application into intentional Guiding Behavior children, families and communities. and reflective professional practice. Practical information and application Prerequisite: Completed ELCC Certificate Prerequisite: Completed ELCC Certificate, of appropriate guidance strategies to requirement. ELCC 310 and completion or enrolment in help develop children’s social-emotional 8th ELCC diploma course. behavior. Develop collaborative ELCC 310-5 (BC=5) relationships with families. (5-0-0) 15 weeks ELCC 321-3 (BC=3) Practicum III (3-0-0) 15 weeks ELCC 218-3 (BC=3) Practical experience with young children Family Studies (3-0-0) 15 weeks in a diverse range of community programs, Focus on the family as a social system and Responsive Experiences extending the objectives of first year the influence of family on a child. Various Planning for a variety of responsive play practicums. Part time students must complete family forms, and the specific organization, experiences including construction, ELCC 310 between the fourth and seventh functions, dynamics, and influences on manipulatives, physical play, music, and courses. Consent of the Associate Dean is individual family members are discussed. outdoor play. required for atypical registration requests. Specific attention is given to the intersection Prerequisite: Early Learning and Child Care of family experiences and stressors. ELCC 220-4 (BC=4) Certificate or consent of Associate Dean. Prerequisite: Completed ELCC Certificate (4-0-0) 15 weeks Note: This course will be evaluated using requirements. Practicum II a credit (pass)/ non-credit (fail) grading This practicum provides students with system. ELCC 323-3 (BC=3) the opportunity to interact in an early (3-0-0) 15 weeks learning setting emphasizing programming ELCC 315-3 (BC=3) Responsive STEM Environments for and responding to children based (3-0-0) 15 weeks Exploring early learning and care on observations of children’s needs and Program Administration philosophies and frameworks. Planning interests. Students demonstrate how Application of leadership and mentorship for holistic, responsive environments with foundational knowledge informs their daily practices in Early Learning and Child Care a focus on math, science and numeracy. practice, capturing this bridging in their programs. Exploration of administrative roles, Strategies for family and community documentation. Prerequisite: ELCC 210 human resources, policies, regulations and involvement and partnerships. Skills for and completion or enrolment in 8th ELCC advocacy. Professionalism will be explored assessing programs and pedagogical certificate course. through self-awareness, self-evaluation, and documentation are expanded. Prerequisite: reflective practice. Completed ELCC Certificate requirements. ELCC 305-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: Completed ELCC Certificate (3-0-0) 15 weeks requirements. ELCC 325-3 (BC=3) School-Age Care Studies (3-0-0) 15 weeks Focus on children ages six through 12 ELCC 317-3 (BC=3) Designing for Special Needs years. Regulations and administration of (3-0-0) 15 weeks Learning and care of children with special school age care programs while providing Creative Play Perspectives needs in quality environments. Exploration quality experiences that are responsive Expanding experiences in creativity, the of inclusion, considerations in the provision to learning, play, care, and development. arts, music, and creative movement in early of care for children with special needs, Comprehensive program planning for childhood. Examination of emergent literacy and strategies to help children reach their middle childhood. approaches and the qualities of responsive potential. Emphasis on collaboration environments as learning, care, play, and with families and other professionals in ELCC 308-3 (BC=3) development are considered. responsive care. (3-0-0) 15 weeks Prerequisite: Completed ELCC Certificate Prerequisite: Completed ELCC Certificate Family Support requirements. requirements. The nature of family support work. Early intervention for at-risk families. Strategies and techniques for supporting families. Establishing helping relationships.

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ELCC 327-3 (BC=3) ECON 311-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks Economics (3-0-0) 15 weeks Infant and Toddler Studies Note : Not all courses listed may be offered. Economic Issues in the World Focus on prenatal to 36 month Check Course Timetable for availability. Discover how economic theories shed light development including attachment on current issues and problems in Canadian theory, brain, and language development. ECON 100-3 (BC=3) society and the larger world. Introduce tools Influences that impact development (3-0) 15 weeks to analyze contemporary issues through are explored. Comprehensive program Introduction to Business the lens of economic thinking and explore planning for infant and toddlers is Microeconomics how economic theories can tie to creating, addressed based on child’s unique Terminology, concepts, theory, methods, exacerbating, resolving, and solving social characteristics. and limitations of current microeconomic and public policy issues. analysis. Analyzing and understanding ELCC 329-3 (BC=3) economics as it relates to individuals and ECON 323-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks businesses. How political, social, and market (3-0-0) 15 weeks Trauma Sensitive Practices forces determine and affect the Canadian International Economics Develop practices grounded in relationships economy. Credit will not be granted for Examine international trade theories and that examine the fundamentals of trauma- both ECON 100 and 201. policies. Analyze gains from exchange sensitive practices, the nature of and and specialization, international factor responses to trauma experiences. Develop ECON 101-3 (BC=3) movements, theory of tariff and non-tariff awareness of diverse interpretations (3-0) 15 weeks barriers,exchange rates, balance of payments, of these experiences and the power of Introduction to Business Macroeconomics and international debt. resilience to influence learner success. Terminology, concepts, and theory used to Prerequisite: ECON 201 and 202. Exploration of self-reflection, self-care, and understand, analyse, and evaluate the affect management while considering overall performance of an economy. ECON 325-3 (BC=3) scope of practice. Defining and using economic indicators. (3-0-0) 15 weeks Prerequisite: Completed ELCC Certificate Canadian banking system. Inflation and International Trade requirements. unemployment. Monetary and fiscal policy. This course examines international trade Foreign control. Economic growth. theory, policy and applications. Topics International trade. include a brief history of trade, absolute Credit will not be granted for both ECON 101 and comparative advantage basis for and 202. trade, the Heckscher-Ohlin theory, trade Earth and with economies of scale, tariffs, non- Atmospheric ECON 201-3 (BC=3) tariff trade barriers, political economy of (3-0-0) 15 weeks non-tariff barriers, strategic trade policies, Sciences Introduction to Microeconomics trade agreements, role of the World Trade Examine scarcity and choice, specialization, Organization (WTO) and developing EAAS 201-3 (BC=4) markets, and exchange. Analyze supply and economies’ trade policies. The course (3-0-3) 15 weeks demand. Examine roles of consumers, firms emphasizes current applications, policy Planet Earth and resource owners in competitive and development, as well as the institutional An introduction to the origin and evolution monopolistic markets. Consider international framework underlying the interaction of the Earth in terms of its major systems: trade, government intervention, Emphasis is between nations. rock materials, atmosphere/climate, on Canadian problems, issues, policies, and Prerequisite: ECON 100 and 101 or ECON hydrology, oceans, ice, life and human institutions. 201 and 202 or consent of the Donald interactions Antirequisite: ECON 100. School of Business. Note: Not to be taken if credit received in ECON 323. ECON 202-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks Introduction to Macroeconomics Measure aggregate economic variables. Analyze national income and monetary theory. Examine monetary and fiscal policies. Analyze unemployment and inflation, exchange rates and balance of payment. Emphasis is on the Canadian economy. Prerequisite: ECON 201. Antirequisite: ECON 101.

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ECON 327-3 (BC=3) ECON 337-3 (BC=3) ECON 381-3 (BC=4) (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-1) 15 weeks International Money and Finance Development Economics Intermediate Microeconomics This course examines international Analyze the economic development Examine economic decision making of monetary theory, policy and applications. process in developing nations including consumers and businesses through analysis Topics include: balance of payments, explanations for the underdevelopment. of consumer behaviour theory and theory the role of money and relative interest Examine issues and policies on poverty, of production and pricing strategies. rates, exchange rate models/regimes and employment, income distribution, Determine impact of these decisions in their effect on price levels and output, population growth, human capital, savings external environments and various market international investment and global capital and investment, trade, foreign aid, and the structures. markets, currency crises, the international role of markets and governments. Prerequisite: Math 30-1 and ECON 201. financial architecture, including the role Prerequisite: ECON 100 & ECON 101 or of the World Bank and the International ECON 201 & ECON 202 Or consent of the ECON 382-3 (BC=4) Monetary Fund (IMF). This course department. (3-0-1) 15 weeks emphasizes current applications, policy Intermediate Macroeconomics development, as well as the institutional ECON 341-3 (BC=3) Analyze the determination of income, framework underlying the interaction (3-0-0) 15 weeks employment prices, interest rates, exchange between nations. Money and Banking rates and balance of payments. Examine the Prerequisite: ECON 100 and 101 or ECON Analyze nature and functions of money, impact of supply shocks, fiscal policy and 201 and 202 or consent of the Donald money creation process. Examine financial monetary policy. School of Business. markets and financial intermediation, Prerequisite: ECON 201 & ECON 202 Note: Not to be taken if credit received in industrial structure and regulation in or ECON 100 & 101 and MATH 30-1 or ECON 323. Canadian banking. Analyze monetary equivalent. theory, central banking and monetary ECON 329-3 (BC=3) policy, and international finance. (3-0-0) 15 weeks Prerequisite: ECON 100 & ECON 101 OR Economics of the Public Sector ECON 201 & ECON 202 or consent of the This course examines the institutions department. Education behind, and the economic rationale for, Canadian government policy relating to ECON 355-3 (BC=3) (These courses are intended for Education public expenditures and taxation. Topics (3-0-0) 15 weeks students.) include public goods; externalities; public Sports Economics expenditure theory and policy; tax and user Analyze economics of sports, with emphasis EDCM 341-3 (BC=3) price theory and policy; and social welfare on professional team sports. Examine (3-0) 15 weeks and social insurance. demand for sports, the economic structure Communication in the Classroom Prerequisite: ECON 100 and 101 or ECON of leagues, winning and profitability, By focusing on your interpersonal skills, 201 and 202 or consent of the Donald franchise values, pay and performance, this course examines communication in School of Business. free agency, arbitration, and discrimination. the classroom. Students will practice and Analyze policy issues such as competition improve these skills through presentations, ECON 331-3 (BC=3) law and government subsidies. small group work, role playing, and (3-0-0) 15 weeks Prerequisite: ECON 201. communication exercises. Labour Economics Analyze the labour market using ECON 373-3 (BC=3) EDFN 341-3 (BC=3) microeconomic principles. Examine the (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks relevant theory, empirical evidence and Industrial Organization Concepts of Childhood in the History of policy issues, labour supply and labour Examine theory of industrial organization Education demand. Analyze the determination of economics, based on the analysis of market A study of those views of childhood which equilibrium wages and employment levels structure, conduct, and performance. have exerted a significant influence on in both competitive and non-competitive Analyze aspects of Canadian industry and educational theory and practice from labour markets, wage differentials, unions, competition policy, and market structure. antiquity to today. and discrimination. Emphasis is on the Examine the meaning and measurement Canadian economy. of monopoly power, competition, Prerequisite: ECON 201. product differentiation, economics of scale, oligopoly, collusion, advertising and organization of the firm. Prerequisite: ECON 201.

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EDFX 203-3 (BC=4) (3-0) 15 weeks EDUC 320-3 (BC=3) (45 hours lecture, 60 hours fieldwork) Adolescent Development and Learning (3-0) 15 weeks 15 weeks Application of developmental theory to Media, Culture, and Curriculum Education Field Experience educational practices through examination Principles, perspectives, and practices for An introduction to the profession of of biological and cognitive changes, future teachers. Implications for childhood teaching through observation and their influence on social roles, individual and adolescence, literacy, learning, critical interaction with professional teachers and differences, current problems, and supports thinking, creativity, gender, identity, and students. Learn educational topics and for resiliency. Students reflect on how politics. discuss field experiences. Course grading is adolescent development impacts them Prerequisites: One of EDCM 341, credit/no credit requiring students to plan as teachers. This course is for students EDFN 341, EDFX 203, EDIT 302, EDPY 200, and schedule up to 6 hours per week in intending to work with adolescents (ages EDUC 250, FAM 322, or FAM 315. local schools in addition to attending the 11-17). in-class seminar. Note: Credit cannot be received for both EDUC 1301-3 (BC=3) Note: Credit cannot be received for EDPY 307 and EDPY 200. (3-0-0) 15 weeks EDFX 203 and EDUC 250. Interpersonal Relationships EDUC 250-3 (BC=3) Develop effective skills that support EDIT 302-3 (BC=4) (3-0) 15 weeks positive interpersonal relationships and (3-3) 15 weeks The Contexts of Education increase awareness of self and individual Introduction to Educational Technology Introduction to education with an communication behaviours. Adapt oral Examine frameworks, trends, issues and emphasis on exploring being a teacher in and written communication to suit a futuristic scenarios regarding the role of contemporary society through different variety of situations. technology in education. Gain hands-on contexts and perspectives: historical, experience using technology with emphasis sociological, philosophical, Indigenous, EDUC 1302-3 (BC=3) on strategies to integrate technology into political, and ethical. Recommend (3-0-1) 15 weeks the curriculum. completion within first year of the Educational Technology program. Examine frameworks, trends, issues, and EDPY 200-3 (BC=3) Note: Credit cannot be received for both futuristic scenarios regarding the role of (3-0) 15 weeks EDFX 203 and EDUC 250. technology in education. Gain hands- Educational Psychology on-experience using technology with This course deals with the teaching- EDUC 251-3 (BC=3) emphasis on strategies to integrate it into learning process and student behaviour. It (3-0) 15 weeks the curriculum. includes theory, research, and illustrations Aboriginal Education and the Context of Antirequisites: EDPY 302 and EDIT 302. all dealing with classroom applications of Professional Engagement psychological principles. Topics will include Pre-service teachers will continue to EDUC 1304-3 (BC=3) the development of the student in the develop knowledge of Aboriginal peoples’ (3-0-0) 15 weeks cognitive, moral, gender, psycho-social, histories, educational experiences, Inclusive Learning Environments and sexual domains theories of cognition knowledge systems, ways of knowing Explore a variety of theoretical frameworks learning, and motivation. and being and will further understand and strategies that establish, promote, and the implications of this knowledge to sustain inclusive learning environments. EDPY 305-3 (BC=3) professional roles and obligations for (3-0) 15 weeks teachers. Students will engage in learning EDUC 1305-3 (BC=3) Childhood Development and Learning processes of self-and-other awareness (3-0-0) 15 weeks Application of theory to educational supported by Aboriginal educators, faculty Child Development practice and how teachers can provide and elders. Focus on human development and appropriate learning opportunities that Prerequisite: EDUC 250. learning essential to working with children support diverse children’s educational, Note: This prerequisite does not apply to (ages 0-18). Apply theory to educational physical, cognitive, social, cultural, moral, Elementary and Secondary After Degree practice to provide appropriate learning and psychological development. Topics will students. opportunities that support diverse include human development and learning. children’s educational, physical, cognitive, This course would be of interest to EDUC 310-3 (BC=3) social, cultural, moral, and psychological students intending to work with children (3-0) 15 weeks development. (ages 0-12). Introduction to Curriculum Studies Antirequisite: EDPY 305. Note: Credit cannot be received for both Field of inquiry unique to Education. EDPY 305 and EDPY 200. Considers mandated programs of study, theories, practices, and implications of EDPY 307-3 (BC=3) teaching and learning. Prerequisites: One of EDCM 341, EDFN 341, EDFX 203, EDIT 302, EDPY 200, EDUC 250, FAM 322 or FAM 315.

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EDUC 1500-3 (BC=4) EDUC 2802-3 (BC=3) EDAS 116-3 (BC=3) (3-0-2) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks The Teaching Profession Mathematics Education Human Relations Introduction to education and learning Examine the Alberta Mathematics Program Developing and increasing your with an emphasis on exploring teaching in of Study with a focus on developing high understanding of self and others. comtemporary society through different impact learning experiences and numeracy Interpersonal skills required in supportive contexts and perspectives. Apply strategies stills. Through a critical exploration of roles as a paraprofessional. This course will and skills to support student learning research-based instructional strategies, satisfy requirements for ELCC 213. through authentic experience in K-12 students develop the knowledge and skills learning environments. necessary to effectively plan, assess, and EDAS 151-3 (BC=3) Antirequisite: EDFX 203 and EDUC 250. teach mathematics in inclusive learning (3-0) 15 weeks environments. Trends in Inclusive Practice EDUC 2311-3 (BC=3) Attitudes toward and services provided to (3-0-0) 15 weeks EDUC 2803-3 (BC=3) persons with disabilities throughout history. Indigenous Ways (3-0-0) 15 weeks Current trends and issues in inclusive Examine Indigenous ways of knowing, Language Learning and Literacy education. Laws relating to persons with doing and being, founded upon Indigenous Evaluate resources, strategies, and current disabilities in the U.S., Canada, and worldviews and perspectives historically, research, to build an understanding of Alberta in particular. traditionally and, contemporarily. Topics how early literacy skills are developed and include orality and Indigenous language, supported in an inclusive classroom EDAS 152-3 (BC=3) governance and lifeways, Indigenous (3-0-0) 15 weeks intellectual and cultural traditions, identity EDUC 2804-3 (BC=3) Physical and Emotional Support and well-being, and lived realities in social, (3-0-0) 15 weeks Examine diverse physical and behaviour political, economic and environmental Numeracy needs, including medical and psychological contexts in Alberta. Evaluate resources, strategies and current diagnoses. Explore and apply strategies to research, to build an understanding of support learners in educational settings. EDUC 2500-3 (BC=4) how numeracy skills are developed and (3-0-2) 15 weeks supported in an inclusive classroom EDAS 153-3 (BC=3) Social Equity and Inclusion environment. environment. (3-0) 15 weeks Understand the role of a teacher, and Fostering Positive Behaviour the complexities of leading an inclusive Students will review both learning and environment, where diversity is embraced behaviour management philosophies and every student is welcomed, cared for, in order to build a repertoire of effective respected, and safe. Educational Assistant techniques and strategies that foster Prerequisite: EDFD 1002 and EDPR 1004. Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. positive behaviour change in the classroom. Check Course Timetable for availability. EDUC 2801-3 (BC=3) EDAS 154-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks EDAS 111-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks English Language Education (3-0) 15 weeks Neurodevelopmental Support Examine the Alberta English Language Role of the Assistant Identify characteristics and challenges of Arts Program of Study with a focus Clarification of the roles of the teacher and learners with neurodevelopmental needs. on developing reading, writing, and the educational assistant. Topics include Explore and apply strategies to support oral language skills. Through a critical code of conduct, job descriptions, tasks, learners in educational settings. examination of research-based instructional Alberta Teachers’ Association policies, strategies, students develop the knowledge classroom management techniques and EDAS 156-3 (BC=3) and skills necessary to effectively plan, positive school climate. (3-0) 15 weeks assess, and teach English language arts in Visual Impairment inclusive learning environments. EDAS 114-3 (BC=3) This course examines issues and techniques (140 hours) 4 full weeks involved in teaching persons with visual Field Experience impairment. Definitions, classification Working as an educational assistant for schemes, measurement, prevalence, four weeks. Includes a seminar component. causes, psychological and behavioural Scheduled after all coursework is complete. characteristics and basic teaching This course may satisfy requirements for techniques are reviewed. ELCC 210. Prerequisite: EDAS 111 and EDAS 152 or Prerequisite: All courses except the EDAS consent of the Associate Dean. option(s) must be successfully completed before taking EDAS 114.

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EDAS 157-3 (BC=3) EDAS 163-1 (BC=1) EDAS 168-1 (BC=1) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 5 weeks (3-0) 5 weeks Physical Disabilities Supporting Students with Anxiety Supporting Students with Classic Autism Issues and techniques involved in teaching Disorders Explore the characteristics that are used persons with physical disabilities. Common This course explores the most common to differentiate classifications other physical disabilities. Related materials and anxiety disorders with an emphasis on than Autism and Asperger ’s Syndrome. equipment. strategies and practices that assist and Investigate a variety of communication, Prerequisite: EDAS 111 and EDAS 152 or support these students in the classroom social and behavioural strategies for use in consent of the Associate Dean. and with their peers. the classroom and other inclusive settings. Prerequisite: EDAS 111 and 152 or consent EDAS 158-3 (BC=3) EDAS 164-1 (BC=1) of the Associate Dean. (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 5 weeks Communication Disorders Supporting Students with Mental Health EDAS 170-3 (BC=3) Issues and techniques involved in teaching Concerns (3-0-0) 15 Weeks students with communication disorders. This course explores the most common Classroom Technology Speech development, identifying disorders mental health disorders with an emphasis Introduction to educational technology and the role of the educational assistant. on strategies and practices that assist and used in current classrooms. Through support these students in the classroom a self-directed format, gain computer EDAS 159-3 (BC=3) and with their peers. literacy skills related to the Educational (3-0) 15 weeks Assistant role. Hearing Impairment EDAS 165-1 (BC=1) This course examines issues and techniques (3-0) 5 weeks EDAS 181-4 (BC=4) involved in teaching persons with hearing Supporting Students with Disruptive 15 hours seminar, 156 hours fieldwork impairment. Definitions, classification Behaviour Disorders 15 weeks schemes, measurement, prevalence, causes, This course explores some of the more Field Practice psychological and behavioral characteristics common behaviour disorders with an Working under a co-operating supervisor and basic teaching techniques are reviewed. emphasis on developing strategies that in an educational setting. Taking part in a Prerequisite: EDAS 111 and EDAS 152 or assist students in areas of communication, regularly scheduled seminar to discuss field consent of the Associate Dean. behaviour and social interaction in the practice. classroom. EDAS 160-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks EDAS 166-1 (BC=1) Supporting Students in Literacy (3-0) 5 weeks Effective teaching strategies for literacy. Autism with Intellectual Disability Electrical Engineering Topics include learning theory, early literacy Explore the characteristics of Autism Technology intervention, comprehension and decoding Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with an strategies, the writing process and writing intellectual disability. Emphasis on learning Note: EET courses are open to Engineering analysis with an emphasis on assisting strategies for use in the classroom and other Technology students only. students in improving their reading and inclusive settings. Communication, social writing skills. and behavioural strategies will also be EET 107-3 (BC=3) explored. (2-0-2/2) 15 weeks EDAS 161-3 (BC=3) Semiconductor Electronics (3-0) 15 weeks EDAS 167-1 (BC=1) Introduction to semiconductor Supporting Students in Numeracy (3-0) 5 weeks components and circuits. Topics include Numeracy concepts taught at the Autism without Intellectual Disability semiconductor builds, diode circuit analysis elementary and junior high school Explore the unique characteristics of and applications, BJT and FET transistor levels. Effective teaching techniques and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) without biasing, analysis and amplifiers, introduction learning activities to improve children’s intellectual disability. Emphasis on social to operational amplifiers. understanding of numeracy in an strategies for use in the classroom and other Prerequisite: EET 123. educational setting. inclusive settings. Communication and behavioural strategies will also be explored.

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EET 115-3 (BC=3) EET 137-2 (BC=2) EET 205-2 (BC=3) (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks (2-0-0) 15 Weeks (2-0-3/2) 15 weeks Electrical Machines I Electrical Code I Programmable Logic Controllers Explore the physical laws underlying the Discuss, define and apply the correct and Control . operation of single phase transformers, wiring methods, and bonding for Electrical Examine the roles, functions, hardware, direct current motors and generators, installations based on the conditions of software, programming, and interfacing of in terms of construction, characteristics, the installation (environment etc.). Build a Programmable Controllers in a production control and applications. Construct circuits general use branch circuit complete with environment. Includes digital logic concepts, using actual machines in the lab to examine overcurrent protection, bonding, suitable ladder logic and Function Block Diagram their operations. raceway for cabling, correct conductor size programming. Prerequisite: EET 123, GET 129. based on ampacity, and correct connection Prerequisites: GET 114, EET 123. Corequisite: EET 132. device (receptacle, junction box etc.). Corequisite: EET 123. EET 207-3 (BC=4) EET 117-3 (BC=3) (3-0-3/2) 15 weeks (3-0-0)15 weeks EET 138-2 (BC=2) Electromechanical Systems Emerging Technologies (2-0-0) 15 Weeks Examine industrial applications of Examination of emerging technolgies in the Electrical Code II electromechanical systems. Industrial motor, electrical, electronic and instrumentation Apply Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) rules power transmission, feedback transducer, fields. Topics may include alternative energy for electrical systems for small industrial drive, and controller applications. Use sources, energy storage systems, and/or and commercial buildings; size and specify Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and Servo other emerging applications. electrical service, feeders, and overcurrent Drives to control electric motors. protection for motors, transformers, welders Prerequisite: EET 200 EET 123-4 (BC=4) and capacitors based on CEC. Emergency Corequisite: EET 235 (3-0-3/2) 15 weeks systems. Apply Computer Aided Drafting to Circuit Analysis produce electrical drawings. EET 210-3 (BC=3) Analyze the response of electrical circuits Prerequisite: EET 137, GET 106 (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks and networks when driven by single and Corequisite: EET 132, EET 115. Power Systems multiple sources. Explore the main components of a Corequisites: EET 140, GET 129. EET 140-3 (BC=3) complex power system from generation (2-0-2/2) 15 weeks to consumption. Analyze faults and EET 132-2 (BC=3) Technology Physics determine fault currents using symmetrical (2-0-2/2) 15 Weeks Application and analysis of fundamental components, MVA-base, and per-unit Power Systems Analysis problems involving translational methods. Use the latest software to design Explore the main components of a and rotational motion, electricity, and test power systems. complex power system from generation and electromechanics. Application Prerequisites: EET 115 and EET 123. to consumption, System grounding, AC & of foundation laws of electricity and Corequisites: EET 200. DC transmission, MVA-base, and per-unit magnetism. Analysis of fundamental methods. Analyze faults and determine fault electrical devices and circuit behaviors. EET 212-2 (BC=2) currents using symmetrical components, Corequisite: GET 129, EET 123. (2-0-2/2) 15 Weeks discover the different production methods. Power Systems Operations Use software to design and test power EET 203-3 (BC=3) Load Flow analysis. Control of voltage and systems. (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks power, stability study, economic dispatch. Prerequisite: EET 123, GET 129. Control Systems Use the latest software to design and test Corequisite: EET 115. Examine the principles and practices used power systems. Distribution system design in the design of process or motion control requirements and standards. Unsymmetrical EET 135-3 (BC=1) systems. Topics include open and closed fault analysis. (3-0-3) 15 weeks loop behavior, modeling of physical systems, Prerequisite: EET 132. Microcontroller Interfacing transfer functions, static and dynamic Corequisite: EET 200. Develop digital and analog circuits to response, stability and frequency response. interface microcontrollers with peripheral Prerequisite: GET 101, GET 112, EET 123. EET 228-3 (BC=3) devices. Write firmware for data acquisition (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks and robotic control. Electrical System Design Prerequisite: GET 114. Design electrical systems for small industrial and commercial buildings; size and specify electrical service, feeders, and overcurrent protection based on Canadian Electrical Code. Apply computer aided design to produce electrical drawings. Prerequisite: EET 210, GET 106.

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EET 230-3 (BC=4) EET 246-3 (BC=3) EET 270-2 (BC=3) (3-0-3/2) 15 weeks (3-1) 15 weeks (2-0-2/2) 15 weeks SCADA and HMI Topic in Instrumentation Protective Relaying Examine the main concepts, Considers subjects of increasing importance Operating principles and characteristics communication protocols, software, in modern control systems. Specific topics of different types of protective relays. hardware and interface technology used will vary from year to year and may include Applications of protective relays including in remote monitoring, data collection, and artificial intelligence and robotics, signal coordination. Manufacturers of relays, control of industrial processes. Implement processing, satellite communication, completion of test documentation interactive Human-Machine Interface (HMI) remote sensing and fuzzy logic. including pass/fail determination, screens. Prerequisite: Successful completion of all and different usage of relay software. Prerequisite: EET 205. courses in Term 3 or permission of the Familiarization with different relay test sets Corequisite: EET 235. Department. and software. Note: This course is not eligible for Prior Prerequisites: EET 212. EET 235-3 (BC=4) Learning and Recognition. (3-0-3/2) 15 weeks EET 273-3 (BC=3) Industrial Networks EET 255-3 (BC=3) (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks Study the characteristics, components, (3-0-2/2) 15 Weeks Power Electronics and processes of typical control systems’ Electrical Machines II Introduction to power electronics devices, networks. Establish communication and Examine the underlying principles, systems and control. DC and AC power control links between sensors, actuators, construction, control, and performance conversion techniques and analysis. Power controllers, drives, and other industrial characteristics of transformers; single- control applications associated with motor devices in an industrial network. phase and three-phase alternating current drives and other dynamic loads. Prerequisites: EET 205. motors and generators. Analyze losses and Prerequisite: EET 107. Corequisite: EET 230. efficiency. Determine developed speed and torque. EET 237-2 (BC=3) Prerequisite: EET 115, EET 132. (2-0-2/2) 15 Weeks Corequisite: EET 212. Electrical Code III Engineering Design electrical systems for a small project; EET 260-3 (BC=3) Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. Identify the hazardous locations. Renewable (3-0-0) 15 weeks Check Course Timetable for availability. energy systems. Installation of Cathodic Capstone Project protection systems. Electric Vehicle Research and compile a technical report ENCP 200-3 (BC=3) charging systems. Electrical Communication on a technical problem. Demonstrate (3-0-1.5) 15 weeks systems. Apply CAD to produce electrical project management skill set for a Electrical Computer Programming for Engineers drawings. Engineering Technology graduate. Fundamentals of computer programming Prerequisite: EET 138. Prerequisite: Term three course with emphasis on solving engineering Corequisite: EET 212, EET 255. completion or consent of Associate Dean. problems. Programming in a high level language. Selection and loop structures, EET 238-2 (BC=3) EET 263-2 (BC=2) routines, arrays and record types, text file (2-0-2/2) 15 Weeks (2-0-2) 15 weeks operation, pointers. Electrical Code IV Electrical Reliability Prerequisite: Consent of the Department. Apply Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) rules for the proper installation of circuits in Principles and practices of electrical ENGG 200-1 (BC=1) hazardous locations, pools, and patient care systems based reliability and failure analysis. (1-0-0) 15 weeks areas. Discuss the CEC requirements of class Reliability statistics, failure investigation, Orientation to the Engineering 1 and 2 circuits, communications circuits, analysis and reporting, risk mitigation and Profession fire alarm circuits, temporary wiring circuits avoidance. Development and history of the and high voltage installations. Prerequisites: Term two course completion engineering profession. Branches of Prerequisite: EET 137. or consent of Associate Dean. engineering. Engineering roles in various branches. Includes presentations from EET 265-2 (BC=3) engineers in different branches. Several (2-0-2/2) 15 weeks written assignments will form the basis Renewable Power Generation for an assessment of your report writing Apply foundational principles of abilities. power systems, power electronics, and Note: This course will be repeated for electromechanical machines in the analysis credit in 2nd term. and evaluation of solar, wind, and biomass Note: Open to Engineering students only. renewable power generation projects. Prerequisites: Term three course completion or consent of Associate Dean. rdc.ab.ca 33 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

ENGG 203-1 (BC=2) ENPH 231-3 (BC=4) ENGL 219-3 (BC=3) (1-0-2) 15 weeks (3-1S-3/2) (3-0-0) 15 weeks Introduction to Engineering Design, Engineering Dynamics Essay Writing and Critical Reading Communication and Profession Kinematics and dynamics of particle. Work Develop essential university-level writing Fundamental design process; and energy methods. Impulse and angular skills, including foundational research communications; team work; the momentum. Introduction to kinematics and methods and argumentation strategies. engineering disciplines, career fields; dynamics of rigid bodies. Acquire techniques for reading informative professional responsibilities of the engineer Prerequisite: MATH 212. and persuasive non-fiction texts analytically including elements of ethics, stewardship, Note: Open to Engineering students only. and critically. public and worker safety and health Prerequisite: ELA 30-1 or equivalent. considerations including the context of the Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act. ENGL 220-3 (BC=3) Corequisite: ENGL 201. (3-0-0) 15 weeks English Literary Analysis ENGG 205-3 (BC=4) Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. Explore a range of literary genres while (3-2.5) 15 weeks Check Course Timetable for availability. continuing to deepen the required Engineering Mechanics I structural and critical skills related to Statics: Force vectors; equilibrium of thinking and writing about literature. particles in two and three dimensions; force First-Year University Transfer English Prerequisite: Engl 219 or equivalent. system resultants; equilibrium of a rigid Courses body in two and three dimensions; trusses; Red Deer College offers university transfer frames, machines and beams. Dynamics: English courses at the 200 level. These Second-Year University Transfer Kinematics and kinetics of particles. are usually prerequisites for 300-level English Courses English courses and for more advanced These courses are open to students who ENGG 217-3 BC=4) work in English. The overall objective for have completed two term-courses or one (3-1-2) 15 weeks all 200-level courses is to develop critical full-year course in English at the 200 level, or Engineering Design and Communication reading skills and composition skills at who have the instructor’s permission. These Introduction to the fundamentals of the university level. Class discussions and courses may be taken to meet specific engineering design, communications and instruction in composing academic essays program requirements, to serve as elective projects management. Students will learn will be combined with practice in critical credits (options) in a program, and to lead technical drawing and apply the design analysis and self-expression. to more advanced work in English studies. principles in team-based design projects. If you wish to major in English or pursue an Honours English program, consult the ENGG 220-3 (BC=4) ENG 201-3 (BC=3) appropriate university calendars before (3-1-3) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks choosing 300-level courses. Electrical Circuits and Machines Creative Writing Introduction to the fundamentals of Explore creative writing genres such as electrical circuits and machines.Topics poetry, fiction, non-fiction, and plays, and ENGL 302-6 (BC=6) include voltage and power; Kirchhoff’s develop foundational skills required for (6-0-0) 30 weeks current and voltage laws; electricity and constructive criticism of written works. This Introduction to Contemporary magnetism fundamentals applied to circuit course cannot be used as a prerequisite for Theoretical Practices elements and machines; electrical systems ENGL 219, 220, or 300-level English courses. This course will study the major schools of and instrumentation; circuit design, DC and contemporary literary theory, comparing AC circuit analysis methods; DC and AC ENGL 212-3 (BC=3) their principles and methods to changing machines; first order circuits and transient (3-0-0) 15 weeks definitions of literature, testing their analysis. English for Engineering Students claims and uses against differing values of Learn effective written and oral readers. Theoretical debate and practical ENGG 230-3 (BC=4) communication skills across academic and analysis combine in this course to train (3-1-2) 15 weeks professional contexts, including reports, the student as a polemical literary critic. Engineering Statics correspondences, and presentations. Selected readings represent Gender, Post- Equilibrium of planar systems. Particle Develop fundamental composition skills Colonial, New Historical, Feminist, Marxist, and rigid-body equilibrium. Reduction of of sentences, paragraphs, and documents. Psychoanalytic, Structuralist, Reader- a simple distributed loading. Structural Introduce information gathering, analysis, Response, and Formalist criticism. analysis, planar trusses and frames. Internal and citation. Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 level English forces. Centre of gravity and centroid. Note: Restricted to engineering students. excluding ENGL 201 and ENGL 212. Friction. Moment of inertia. Prerequisite: ELA 30-1 or equivalent. Corequisite: MATH 212. Note: Open to Engineering students only.

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ENGL 305-3 (BC=3) ENGL 327-3 (BC=3) ENGL 336-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Children’s Literature Topic in American Literature English Literature Post-1700 Examine the evolution of children’s Examine selected works in American Survey English literature from the year 1700 to literature from the 19th century to the literature related to a specific topic and the present day, including the major periods present. The literature will include selections informed by theoretical, historical, or social of the 18th century, Romanticism, Victorian, from children’s fantasy and realist texts approaches. The focus may be slavery, Modernism, and Postmodernism. as well as literary fairy tales and modern immigration, labour, politics, realism, Prerequisite: 3 credits of 200-level English interpretations of older stories. terrorism modernism, or postmodernism, excluding ENGL 201 and ENGL 212. Prerequisite: 3 credits of 200 level English among others. excluding ENGL 201 and ENGL 212. Prerequisite: 3 credits of 200-level English ENGL 341-3 (BC=3) excluding ENGL 201 and ENGL 212. (3-0-0) 15 weeks ENGL 306-3 (BC=3) The Augustan Age (3-0-0) 15 weeks ENGL 330-3 (BC=3) Examine major literary works of the Augustan Folklore in Children’s Literature (3-0-0) 15 weeks period, as well as the natural and moral Survey oral materials drawn into modern Early English Renaissance philosophy of the time. Focus on the satirical and past English literature from a range of Discover the literature of an era marked by works of Swift and Pope, but sample the works cultural traditions, including myths (Greek, political intrigue, religious upheaval, and a of other men and women writers of the period. Norse, Indigenous, Oceania), folktales new cultural identity. This course surveys Prerequisite: ENGL 219 and 3 credits of 200 (Perrault, Grimm, Andersen), legends, English literature written under King Henry level or above English excluding ENGL 201 poems, and songs, especially emphasizing VIII (1509-1547) and Queen Elizabeth I and ENGL 212. children’s literature. Study thematic, (1558-1603). Explore how poetry, prose, and theoretical, and structural elements of drama responded and contributed to the ENGL 343-3 (BC=3) folklore. volatility of the period. (3-0-0) 15 weeks Prerequisite: 3 credits of 200 level English Prerequisite: ENGL 219 and 3 credits of The Age of Johnson excluding ENGL 201 and ENGL 212. 200 level or above English excluding ENGL Examine major literary works of the second 201 and ENGL 212. half of the 18th century. Focus on the works of ENGL 311-3 (BC=3) Samuel Johnson as well as important works by (3-0-0)15 weeks ENGL 331-3 (BC=3) other men and women writers of the period. Early Canadian Literature (3-0-0) 15 weeks Prerequisite: ENGL 219 and 3 credits of 200 Discover the literature of English speaking Later English Renaissance level or above English excluding ENGL 201 Canada from its beginnings to 1959, Explore the literature of a century that and ENGL 212. the year that Sheila Watson released her withstood Civil Wars, revolutionized the way book, The Double Hook, which ushered in we understand nature, and transformed ENGL 345-3 (BC=3) contemporary Canadian literature. Examine the public and private spheres. This course (3-0-0) 15 weeks literature from both critical and historical surveys seventeenth-century English literature, The British Romantic Period perspectives. Study authors such as assessing how poetry, prose, and drama set the Question the established order by studying L.M. Montgomery, Sinclair Ross, and stage for political, scientific, and social changes the major and minor authors of British Pauline Johnson. that endure to this day. Romanticism and their social and political Prerequisites: 3 credits of 200 level English Prerequisite: ENGL 219 and 3 credits of 200 contexts. Topics may include political excluding ENGL 201 and ENG 212. level or above English excluding ENGL 201 revolution, abolitionism, feminism, prophecy, and ENGL 212. and mythology. ENGL 312-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: ENGL 219 and 3 credits of 200 (3-0-0) 15 weeks ENGL 335-3 (BC=3) level or above English excluding ENGL 201 Contemporary Canadian Literature (3-0-0) 15 weeks and ENGL 212. Discover the literature of English-speaking English Literature Pre-1700 Canada from 1959 to the present. Examine Discover what makes English literature ENGL 347-3 (BC=3) literature from both critical and historical between the Middle Ages and the 1700s so (3-0-0) 15 weeks perspectives, and explore modern and vibrant. Assess well-wrought literary genres and The Victorian Period postmodern literary forms. Study authors forms, and explore how writers, both canonical Examine the development of British such as David Chariandy, Michael Ondaatje, and lesser known,transformed them across literature from 1837-1901. Texts will include Margaret Laurence, and Alice Munro. centuries. Immerse yourself in poetry, prose, fiction, short fiction, poetry and essays from Prerequisites: 3 credits of 200 level English and drama that has truly stood the test of time. the early, middle, and late Victorian periods. excluding ENGL 201 and ENGL 212. Prerequisite: 3 credits of 200 level English The texts will be read in their historical excluding ENGL 201 and ENGL 212. contexts. Prerequisite: ENGL 219 and 3 credits of 200 level or above English excluding ENGL 201 and ENGL 212.

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ENGL 351-3 (BC=3) ENGL 361-3 (BC=3) ENGL 368-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Poetry Reading and Analysis Early 20th Century British Novel Later 20th Century British Novel Develop skills of careful reading and analysis Discover the radical changes in morals, Understand how modernism transitioned of poetry, with special attention to the lifestyle, social attitudes, and political into postmodernism during the mid- relationship between form and meaning. concerns of the early 20th century twentieth century in Britain and resulted Prerequisite: 3 credits of 200 level English modernist British prose writers. Explore the in the diverse forms, styles, and content excluding ENGL 201 and ENGL 212. supplementary artistic and philosophical of contemporary British prose writing. concerns within other artistic fields such as Examine the competing moral, political, ENGL 354-3 (BC=3) painting, music, and sculpture. social, and technological influences on the (3-0-0) 15 weeks Prerequisite: ENGL 219 and 3 credits of literary artists and their times. Topic in Non-Fiction Writing 200 level or above English excluding ENGL Prerequisite: ENGL 219 and 3 credits of Develop and strengthen writing skills for 201 and ENGL 212. 200 level or above English excluding specific rhetorical situations and discourse ENGL 201 and ENGL 212. communities. The course topic varies ENGL 363- 3 (BC=3) each year, but may include writing about 3-0-0 15 weeks ENGL 371-3 (BC=3) writing, digital writing, or science writing. Literary Theory: Texts (3-0-0) 15 weeks The course will expand students’ ability to Discover the linguistic and philosophy- Topic in Canadian Literature write in various genres and for different based theories that inform contemporary Explore literature of a specific Canadian audiences. reading of texts, applying them to textual region, genre, or theme. Discover how Prerequisite: 3 credits of 200 level English analysis. Theories include: Formalist, geographical, historical, political, and literary excluding ENGL 201 and ENGL 212. Structuralist, Post-Structuralist, Reader- contexts inform literature. Study topics such Response, and Psychoanalytic. as Ghosts in Canadian Literature, Canadian ENGL 357-6 (BC=6) Prerequisite: ENGL 219 and 3 credits of Poetry, the Canadian Short Story, and (6-0-0) 30 weeks 200-level or above English excluding Canadian Prairie Writing. The English Novel 201 and 212. Prerequisite: 3 credits of 200 level English This course examines key works in the Anitequisite: ENGL 302. excluding ENGL 201 and ENGL 212. development of the English novel from the 18th to the early 20th century. The ENGL 364-3 (BC=3) ENGL 376-3 (BC=3) course covers the history of the genre, the (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks techniques of the novel, and works by such Literary Theory: Contexts Creative Writing Fiction I authors as Defoe, Richardson, Fielding, Discover the cultural theories that inform Practice creative writing within the Goldsmith, Walpole, Austen, Dickens, Eliot, contemporary reading of texts, applying genre of fiction and techniques such as Bronte, and Hardy. them to textual analysis. Theories include: word play, dialogue, narrative shifts, and Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 level English Feminist, Marxist, Race/Ethnic Studies, characterization. excluding ENGL 201 and ENGL 212. Postcolonial, Cultural. Prerequisite: ENGL 219 and 3 credits of 200 Prerequisite: ENGL 219 and 3 credits of level or above English excluding ENGL 201 ENGL 359-3 (BC-3) 200-level or above English excluding and ENGL 212. (3-0-0) 15 weeks 201 and 212. Young Adult Literature Antirequisite: ENGL 302. ENGL 377-3 (BC=3) Examine the emergence of young adult (3-0-0) 15 weeks literature as a stage distinct from that of ENGL 366-3 (BC=3) Creative Writing Poetry I children’s literature. Explores issues of (3-0-0) 15 weeks Practice creative writing within the genre of gender and ethnicity and consider the The Short Story poetry and explore style, technique, poetic appeal of this genre to adults. Examine representative works of short form, and the role of the literary artist. Prerequisite: 3 credits of 200 level English fiction illustrating the traditions of the short Prerequisite: ENGL 219 and 3 credits of excluding ENGL 201 and ENGL 212. story in English, sample contemporary 200 level or above English excluding experiments in the short story form, and ENGL 201 and ENGL 212. develop a technical vocabulary appropriate to the study of narrative. Prerequisite: 3 credits of 200 level English excluding ENGL 201 and ENGL 212.

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ENGL 378-3 (BC=3) ENGL 391-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Family Studies Creative Writing Fiction II Topic In International Literature FAM 315-3 (BC=3) Compose creative writing within the genre Examine literature written in English outside (3-0) 15 weeks of fiction and formulate and assess narrative of Canada, Britain, and the United States. Relationship Development techniques, style, voice, and character. Study writing from a specific region, such The study of the nature of intimate Prerequisite: ENGL 376. as Africa, the Indian Subcontinent, the relationships in friendship, marriage and Caribbean, or Australasia, or in relation to family. Teaching and classroom implications ENGL 379-3 (BC=3) an issue or theme in postcolonial studies. will be considered. (3-0-0) 15 weeks Analyze historical, geographical, political, Creative Writing Poetry II and literary contexts. FAM 322-3 (BC=3) Compose creative writing within the genre Prerequisite: 3 credits of 200 level English (3-0) 15 weeks of poetry and formulate and assess poetic excluding ENGL 201 and ENGL 212. Human Sexuality techniques, style, voice, and form. An inquiry into the nature of sexual Prerequisite: ENGL 377. ENGL 393-3 (BC=3) behaviour, its personal and cultural sources (3-0-0) 15 weeks and its personal, familial, societal and ENGL 385-3 (BC=3) Science Fiction educational implications. The focus of this (3-0-0) 15 weeks Discover new and endangered worlds, class is to prepare future teachers to instruct Indigenous Literature scientific experiments gone awry, and sexuality education curriculum and to Discuss contemporary Indigenous writing strange futures as we explore science fiction provide background knowledge which will in Canada and contrast with similar works literature. Analyze the political, social, and help teachers understand children’s growth from earlier periods and from the United philosophical questions that this genre and development as it pertains to human States. Gain perspective of the ways in brings to life. Be transformed by a diverse sexuality. which oral tradition and the historical, group of authors whose imagined worlds cultural, and political issues that inform the may not be so different from our own. focal texts impact their critical reception. Prerequisite: 3 credits of 200 level English Prerequisite: 3 credits of 200-level English excluding ENGL 201 and ENGL 212. excluding ENGL 201 and ENGL 212. Film ENGL 395-3 (BC=3) ENGL 387-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks FILM 201-3 (BC=4) (3-0-0) 15 weeks Topic in Shakespeare (3-0-2) 15 weeks Topic in Literature and Society Explore Shakespeare’s writings. Assess the Film Art Investigate the conjunction of literature, scandals of Shakespeare’s oeuvre and of Introduction to film genre, form, style, culture, and social issues, examining scholarship on him. Debate the political, production, and theory based on the close historical, social, economic, political, and religious, gendered, and racial implications study of selected titles from the silent era gender determinants that intersect within of the Bard’s works in his day and our own. to the present day. Analyze how the formal individual works. Specific topics may Is “all’s well that ends well” or are we elements of films, include mise-en-scene, include Literature and Science, Literature chained to our past because “blood cinematography, editing, and sound, and Health Care, or Literature and Religion. will have blood”? combine to create meaning. Prerequisite: 3 credits of 200 level English Prerequisite: 3 credits of 200 level English excluding ENGL 201 and ENGL 212. excluding ENGL 201 and ENGL 212. This FILM 202-3 (BC=4) course may be repeated for credit. (3-0-2) 15 weeks ENGL 389-3 (BC=3) Film History (3-0-0) 15 weeks ENGL 399-3 (BC=3) Examine the historical development of film, Topic in Women’s Literature (3-0-0) 15 weeks including an introduction to production Discover writing by women across various Detective Fiction eras, technological advances, national geographical regions and time periods. Explore the popular genre of detective cinemas, and ideological trends based Analyse theoretical approaches to women’s fiction using selected works from the on the close study of selected titles from literature, and examine literary forms. nineteenth to the early twenty-first century. the silent era to the present day. Explore Study women’s literature from different Examine detective fiction’s history and the the political, social and cultural forces that perspectives, themes, historical moments, development of its conventions in relation influence film in different eras. and genres. to historical, social, and both literary and Prerequisite: 3 credits of 200 level English popular cultural contexts. excluding ENGL 201 and ENGL 212. Prerequisite: 3 credits of 200 level English excluding ENGL 201 and ENGL 212.

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FILM 301-3 (BC=4) FTLE 210-3 (BC=3) FTLE 410-15 (BC=15) (3-0-2) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 Weeks (3-0-28) 15 Weeks Selected Topics in Film Genre Storytelling II Applied Practicum II Explore the style, narrative patterns, Further develop writing using basic Work related experience: applied research historical evolution, and cultural structure, character, and arcs. Examine or performance based exercise(s)/ mythologies of a selected film genre, such different aspects of plot and character project(s) in stage/screen performance and as the musical, the western, horror or for a variety of media. Focus on structure, production. children’s film. character and story throughlines. Prerequisite: FTLE 405. Prerequisite: FILM 201 or 202 and Knowledge used to develop short scripts. ENGL 219 and 3 credits of 200 level or Prerequisite: CREA 110. above English excluding ENGL 201 and ENGL 212. FTLE 215-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 Weeks Finance Business for Stage and Screen Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. Practical application of core business Check Course Timetable for availability. Film, Theatre and elements for actors and production students in the entertainment industry. FINS 150-3 (BC=3) Live Entertainment Prerequisite: COMM 210. (3-0) 15 weeks Personal Finance FTLE 105-3 (BC=3) FTLE 220-2 (BC=2) Explore personal financial literacy concepts (3-0-0) 15 Weeks (1-0-3) 15 Weeks and their application to managing Theatre History Analysis Projects I personal finances. Combining theory and An overview of western theatre aesthetics Project based collaboration and community business math concepts learn fundamental principles of short and long-term financial and its evolution from origins of theatre of practice. Application of creative, practical planning, investing & retirement, credit, up through the 20th Century with an and communication skills. Development of taxation, risk management and budgeting. examination of dramaturgy as it pertains to professional skills and confidence. Building creation and performance. Theoretical and awareness of role and responsibilities within FINS 250-3 (BC=3) practical approaches for the theatre artist to projects of limited scope. With construct (3-0) 15 weeks play analysis, through the study of theatrical and guidance of instructor students will Mutual Funds forms and styles. initiate/execute creative ideas and process. Prerequisite: FTLE 205. Provides an in depth look at the fundamentals of mutual funds and FTLE 110-3 (BC=3) related investment products in Canada. (3-0-0) 15 Weeks FTLE 305-1 (BC=2) Students who successfully complete the Theatre Production History (1-0-1) 15 Weeks course requirements are eligible to take An examination of the important Workshops I the registration exam administered by an innovations in the staging and production Diverse sessions by multiple industry outside body. A minimum mark must be of western European theatre. Examine experts focused on knowledge and achieved on the examination in order to cultural and artistic historical styles and how application of discipline(s) within industry. qualify for the mutual funds registration. they impact theatre. Prerequisite: FTLE 215. Prerequisite or Corequisite: FINS 150 or consent of department. FTLE 205-3 (BC=3) FTLE 306-1 (BC=2) (3-0-0) 15 Weeks (1-0-1) 15 Weeks FINS 251-3 (BC=3) Directing I Workshops II (3-0) 15 weeks Examine the aesthetics of devising an Diverse sessions by multiple industry Managing Personal Credit artistic endeavour from a director’s point of experts focused on knowledge and Overview of the six fundamentals of credit. view. Explore the creative process in terms application of discipline(s) within industry. Review various retail credit products of relationships and responsibilities of key Prerequisite: FTLE 215. including secured and unsecured loans, personnel involved in developing a project lines of credit and mortgages. Time value from idea to exhibition. FTLE 405-15 (BC=15) of money concepts to calculate loan Prerequisite: COMM 210. (3-0-28) 15 Weeks payments and compare interest costs. Case Applied Practicum I studies will be used. Work related experience: applied research Prerequisite: FINS 150. or performance based exercise(s)/ Corequisite: BADM 260 or BUS 310 or project(s) in stage/screen performance and permission of the instructor. production. Prerequisite: Successful completion of all third year courses.

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FINS 280-8 (BC=8) FINS 320-3 (BC=3) FREN 102-3 (BC=4) (8-0) 500 hours over 16 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks (4-1) 15 weeks Financial Services Work Experience Select Topics in Financial Services Beginners’ French II This course provides an opportunity for Specialized areas of knowledge in financial For students who have taken French 20 or students to work in the financial services services that allow students to gain a FREN 101. The oral aspect of the language is industry and apply knowledge learned in broader understanding of the diverse stressed in class. The course will prepare you their first year. Students will be exposed needs of the financial services industry, its for university-level courses to a variety of entry level positions. This management and its customers. Course Prerequisite: French 20 or FREN 101 or course offers students paid work experience offering and specific topics depend on equivalent or consent of the Department. selling personal financial products. Consult availability of a qualified instructor with the Note: French Immersion students or the program coordinator for details. required skills and experience. students with French 30 should not Prerequisite: FINS 180 or consent of register in FREN 101/102. department. FINS 321-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks FREN 202-3 (BC=4) FINS 284-3 (BC=3) Select Topics in Financial Services (4-1) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Specialized areas of knowledge in financial Intermediate French I Fundamentals of Personal Finance services that allow students to gain a Spoken and written French, including The Fundamentals of Personal Finance broader understanding of the diverse grammar, composition, literature, and addresses communication techniques needs of the financial services industry, its conversation. The literature includes works and relationship building skills. The management and its customers. Course of modern authors. course covers preparation, analysis and offering and specific topics depend on Prerequisite: French 30, FREN 102 or understanding of personal financial availability of a qualified instructor with the equivalent. statements; preparing a debt and cash required skills and experience. management plan; time value of money FREN 203-3 (BC=4) concepts in financial calculations, and (4-1) 15 weeks economic theory as it applies to personal Intermediate French II finance. A continuation of FREN 202. Further Prerequisite: FINS 180 or consent of French development of spoken and written French, department. including grammar, composition, literature Note: 100-level language courses are and conversation. The literature includes FINS 286-3 (BC=3) intended for students with little or no works of modern authors. (3-0) 15 weeks background in the language. Students Prerequisite: FREN 202, Francais 30 or Insurance in Canada who have high school matriculation in the equivalent. Term and whole life, disability, accident, language, or who are taking a 100-level Note: Students presenting French critical illness, and creditor insurance course to meet a university’s matriculation Language Arts 30 or Francais 30 may contracts will be studied. The course requirements, may be denied transfer credit. apply for advanced placement directly will also review how these products are Check the Transfer Guide and with the into French 203. Those wanting credit for underwritten by bank and non-bank university. French 202 may apply to challenge the insurers and coordinated with course; in that case the challenge must government benefits. Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. be completed before starting FREN 203. Prerequisite: FINS 150. Check Course Timetable for availability. Those presenting IB French HL or SL with a grade of 6 or higher will receive credit. FINS 287-4 (BC=4) FREN 101-3 (BC=4) (4-0) 15 weeks (4-1) 15 weeks FREN 302-3 (BC=4) Advanced Financial Planning Beginners’ French (4-0) 15 weeks Integrates the knowledge and skills gained For students without any French or with Advanced French I in the core curriculum of the major in French 10. Comprehension, speaking, To further develop written and oral skills Financial Services. Students will apply their reading, and writing. The oral aspect of the learned in FREN 202-203 or an equivalent, skills and knowledge in the development of language is stressed in class. with an emphasis on presentation grammar, a comprehensive financial plan, as well as, Note: French Immersion students or composition and literary elements. other integrative activities throughout the students with French 30 should not Conversation activities are included in course. register in FREN 101/102. the course. Prerequisites: FINS 250 and 251 or Prerequisite: FREN 200, FREN 203 or permission of the department. equivalent.

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FREN 303-3 (BC=4) GET 112-3 (BC=3) GET 206-2 (BC=4) (4-0) 15 weeks (3-1-1) 15 weeks (2-1-1) 15 weeks Advanced French II Advanced Engineering Mathematics Computer Programming A continuation of FREN 302. Further Extend the understanding of calculus Develop C/C++ structured object-oriented development of reading, written and oral to include integration techniques and programs involving decision and loop skills with an emphasis on presentation applications, differential equations, Maclaurin structures, functions, arrays, classes, grammar, composition and literary analysis. and trigonometric Fourier series, Laplace inheritance. Strong emphasis on algorithm Conversation activities are included in transforms and inverse Laplace transforms. planning, program design, debugging, code the course. Prerequisite: GET 111. documentation. Prerequisite: FREN 302. GET 116-2 (BC=3) GET 208-2 (BC=2) FREN 353-3 (BC=3) (2-0-2/2) 15 weeks (2-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Professional Communications Project Management Introduction to French Canadian Employ professional presentation and Select the proper project, program, or Literature communication skills to exchange portfolio. Employ strategies and develop Literary expression in French Canada, from technical data, operational narratives, and documents to start, plan, execute, control its origins to the present time. A historical information. Use industry standard software and close a project in related knowledge approach. tools to collect, summarize and organize areas: Time, Cost, Quality, Human Resource, Prerequisite: FREN 200 or FREN 203 or date in order to aid in critical decision Communications, Stakeholders, Risk, and consent of the Department. making processes. Procurement. Prerequisite: GET 116. FREN 354-3 (BC=3) GET 129-3 (BC=4) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-1-1) 15 weeks Introduction to French Canadian Technology Mathematics I Literature Apply the fundamental principles of Continuation and complement to FREN algebra, geometry, trigonometry, nonlinear Geography 353. A textual approach with emphasis on equations, matrices, determinants and Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. the problems of literary analyses. differential calculus to engineering related Check Course Timetable for availability. Prerequisite: FREN 200 or FREN 203 or problems. consent of the Department. GEOG 230-3 (BC=4) GET 130-3 (BC=4) (3-0-2) 15 weeks (3-1-1) 15 weeks Introductory Physical Geography Technology Mathematics II Geomorphology: the nature and formation General Engineering Practice concepts and techniques of of major landform features of the earth’s statistical theory as they apply to data surface. Rock weathering and slope Technology collection, summarization, and presentation. movements; landforms developed by the Continued application of calculus including erosion and deposition processes of rivers, Note: GET courses are open to Engineering partial differential equations. glaciers, winds, waves, and currents. A field Technology students only. Prerequisite: GET 129. trip may be offered. Relevant environmental issues will be addressed. GET 101-4 (BC=4) GET 202-2 (BC=2) (3-0-2) 15 weeks (2-0-1) 15 weeks GEOG 231-3 (BC=4) Introduction to Instrumentation Engineering Statistics (3-0-2) 15 weeks Introduces students to basic Apply concepts and techniques of statistical Introductory Physical Geography II instrumentation and measurement systems theory to process control, quality assurance, Atmosphere and biosphere. Physical & components. data collection, summarization, and elements of weather and climate. Causes, presentation. changes, and patterns of weather. Climate GET 106-3 (BC=3) classification. How climate, soils, and (2-0-2) 15 weeks GET 204-2 (BC=2) vegetation are interrelated. Relevant Engineering CAD (2-0-0) 15 weeks environmental issues will be addressed. Employ graphical language of drafting Professional Practice Note: GEOG 230 does not have to precede using free-hand sketching and 2D CAD. Select the proper project, program, or GEOG 231. Construct objects in orthographic, portfolio. Employ strategies and develop isometric, and sections views. Examine documents to start, plan, execute, control principles of component identification and and close a project in related knowledge documentation. areas: Time, Cost, Quality, Human Resource, Communications, Stakeholders, Risk, and Procurement. Prerequisite: GET 116.

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GEOG 250-3 (BC=3) GEOG 393-3 (BC=3) HCA 141-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks (49 class hours/12 lab hours) Spatial Organization of Human Activity The Geography of Cities Working Safely and Effectively as a HCA Introduction to the concepts of relative This introductory course will focus on Understanding the role and responsibilities location, spatial interaction and spatial how cities have evolved as they have, of the Health Care Aide program, relevant organization of human activity in both rural in their spatial and social structure, legislation, client and workplace safety, and urban settings; geographical theories institutions and attitudes; understanding focusing on knowledge and skills required and techniques. the historical processes and patterns by to maintain safety for the client and staff which cities have become simultaneously, member in the care environment. GEOG 251-3 (BC=3) the products and shapers of economic, (3-0) 15 weeks social, political and technological change; HCA 142-2 (BC=2) Introduction to Cultural Geography studying demographic change and its (19 class hours/6 lab hours) This introductory course will focus on effects on city internal structure and land Communication in a Health Care basic concepts in human geography, use patterns; analysing the forces and Environment the human environment, sustainability factors that influence neighbourhood Communicate effectively as a member and development, population dynamics, choice and growth; understanding the of the health care team. You will learn migration, economic development, interrelationship between economic and communication strategies to overcome settlement patterns, cultural landscapes, social change within an urban context; and barriers of sensory loss due to disease and the political world, industrialization, also comprehending the mechanisms of aging. transportation, environmental change and city systems. other topics of current interest. Based HCA 143-3 (BC=3) on lectures as well as hands-on class. (36 class hours) room assignments, this course will enable Structure and Function of the Human students to acquire problem-solving and Body-Health and Chronic Illness basic analytical skills widely applied in You will gain understanding of the systems geography. Health Care Aide of the human body and the impact of developmental stages and chronic GEOG 381-3 (BC=3) HCA 122-4 (BC=4) conditions. (3-0) 15 weeks (120 hours clinical practice) Geography of Canada Health Care Aide Supervised Clinical HCA 144-4 (BC=4) The regional geography of Canada. Practice (34 class hours/31.5 lab hours) Canada’s physical features and how they Clinical practice in the role of the health Providing Client Care and Comfort have affec ted the countr y ’s histor y and care aide, super vised by an instructor, in an Develop advanced skills to assist clients development. The concept of geographic institutional setting. with personal grooming and hygiene, and regions. Patterns and characteristics of these movement. regions, with selected detailed studies. HCA 123-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: A previous course in (80 hours) HCA 145-2 (BC=2) Geography is strongly recommended. Health Care Aide Preceptored Clinical (11 class hours/25 lab hours) Practice Meeting Complex Care Needs GEOG 382-3 (BC=3) Preceptored clinical practice in the role of Advanced skills for Health Care Aides which (3-0) 15 weeks the health care aide in institutional setting. support care activities such as: ostomy care, World Regional Geography Prerequisites: HCA 141, 142, 143, 144, 145, respiratory care, catheter care, measuring This course is a study of the major world 145, 147 and HCA 122. vital signs, assisting with specimen regions. Each region is examined in collection and assisting with tube feedings. terms of its distinguishing features as HCA 124-6 (BC=6) well as its functional connectedness to (53 class/82 lab) HCA 146-1 (BC=1) other regions through processes like HCA Theory - CTS Route (6 class hours/12 lab hours) globalization. Regional trading blocs, Building on learning from the Career and Assisting with Medication Delivery growing environmental issues, access to, Technology Studies health stream in high Understand the role and responsibility of and use of resources, diasporas and trans. school, this course will focus on the role of the Health Care Aide in assisting with the nationalism,and, increasing developed- the Health Care Aide. The course will build delivery of medication to clients. developing country disparities are key on the knowledge and skills needed to issues that are addressed within the assist clients with activities of daily living. framework of the ‘regional approach’ to Students will have the opportunity to spatial analysis. participate in hands on learning in a simulated environment.

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HCA 147-3 (BC=3) HCA 1005-3 (BC=3) (48 class hours) (80 clinical hours) number of weeks Health Sciences Special Activities for Diverse Clients will vary HSCI 100-3 (BC=4) Develop skills for assisting with diverse care Clinical Placement I (3-0-0) 15 weeks needs of clients. Understand care required Health Sciences I for clients with a diagnosis of dementia and HCA 1006-5 (BC=5) Introduction to concepts of health and examine personal feelings and experiences (40-0-35) number of weeks vary wellness and exploration of the roles of a as related to our aging population. Meeting Complex Care Needs variety of health professionals. Explore and Learners will have the opportunity to apply study, learning, and self-care skills. HCA 1001-3 (BC=3) acquire the knowledge to learn (33-0-12) number of weeks will vary advanced skills such as active and passive HSCI 101-3 (BC=4) Health Care Aide Roles and range-of-motion exercises, (3-0-0) 15 weeks Responsibility wound care, tube feeds, catheter care, Health Sciences II During this course, you will focus on the ostomy care, specimen collection, and Exploration of ethical, cultural, and legal role and responsibilities of a health care respiratory care. In addition, accurate influences affecting practice of health aide working in a variety of employment measurement of vital signs is demonstrated, care professionals. Increase student settings. The focus of this course is to share practiced, and assessed. understanding of health and wellness and information that will result in safe, ethical, Canadian health system. Discuss professional and respectful care based on the needs of HCA 1007-5 (BC=5) skills and attributes essential for quality the client. (57-0-18) number of weeks will vary care of diverse populations in health care Special Activities for Clients with Various professions. Assist students to determine a HCA 1002-3 (BC=3) Health Conditions personal pathway for further study. (39-0-6) number of weeks will vary This course is focused on the extensive Prerequisite: HSCI 100 Introduction to The Human Body, Health and section on meeting the care and comfort Health Sciences I. Chronic Illness needs of clients with a diagnosis of Examine the systems that make up the dementia. Learners also learn about care HSCI 105-3 (BC=5) human body and discuss the milestones of strategies for assisting other diverse client (3-0-0) 15 weeks growth and development across a lifetime. groups such as clients with a mental health Personal Health and Wellness You will explore the most common of the diagnosis and clients with developmental An introduction to the concepts of health, chronic illnesses, and how to provide safe delays and physical disabilities. wellness, and fitness from a personal care based on evidence-informed practices perspective. Theory and practical strategies according to the clients’ diagnoses, needs, HCA 1008-5 (BC=5) are introduced and practiced to empower and care plans. Clinical Placement II the student in developing a healthy active (160 clinical) number of weeks will vary lifestyle. HCA 1003-4 (BC=4) During the second clinical placement, you (48-0-12) number of weeks will vary will experience the role of the health care HSCI 110-3 (BC=4) Communication and Documentation in aide by working under the direction of a (3-0-0) 15 weeks the Health Care Environment regulated health-care professional. You will Mathematics for Health Professions I This course will focus on the role and have the opportunity to work in a variety of Through the study of mathematics, responsibilities of the health care aide when health-care settings such as continuing care students learn skills in reasoning, logic, communicating effectively as a member of or acute care. critical thinking and problem solving that the collaborative care team. are necessary for success in the health HCA 1009-3 (BC=3) sciences. Topics include numeracy, rational HCA 1004-5 (BC=5) (80 clinic) number of weeks will vary numbers, algebra, solving equations, (39-0-36) number of weeks will vary Consolidated Clinical Placement estimation, logical reasoning, and problem Providing Person-Centred Care and The final clinical placement course - you will solving. Comfort practice the role of the health care aide by The student will learn to support clients working under the direction of a regulated to maintain their independence and meet health-care professional and buddied with their care needs. The student will acquire an unregulated health-care professional. the skills and knowledge needed to assist You will work in a variety of health-care clients with daily grooming and hygiene settings such as continuing care or acute and to assist clients to walk and use care. mobility aids and wheel chairs safely.

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HSCI 111-3 (BC=4) HIST 208-3 (BC=3) HIST 325-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Mathematics for Health Professions II The World Since 1789 Science and Religion Since 1500 Further develop critical thinking, problem- Discover world history since the French Survey the interaction between science solving and decision making skills required Revolution. Interpret the impact of and religion from the Scientific Revolution for success in healthcare professions. industrialization, nationalism and to the present. Explore the books of nature Explore topics including algebra, solving imperialism, World Wars, the Russian and of scripture, reactions to Copernican equations, rational and irrational numbers, Revolution, the Cold War and growing astronomy, Newton’s theology, Darwinian statistics, probability, set theory, and globalization. Evolution, Creationism, the Big Bang, and problem solving. extraterrestrial inspired religions. Prerequisite: HSCI 110 Mathematics for HIST 209-3 (BC=3) Health Professions I. (3-0-0) 15 weeks HIST 327-3 (BC=3) Medieval World History (3-0-0) 15 weeks HSCI 115-3 (BC=4) Discover world history from approximately The European Witch Craze (3-0-0) 15 weeks 300 to 1500. Explore the collapse of ancient Explore the intellectual, cultural, social, and Biology for Health Professions empires, various attempts at stability, the the theological origins, development, and Explore human biology and genetics expansion of Christianity, the birth of Islam, decline of witchcraft beliefs in early-modern on microscopic and macroscopic levels. Asian trade and commercial networking of Europe. This course combines lectures and Gain an understanding of human biology the globe, effects of European conquest, student discussions. and how cells, as the basic unit of and the Renaissance. structure, function in the body. Relate the HIST 330-3 (BC=3) organization of cells, tissues, organs, and HIST 314-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks systems to homeostasis. (3-0-0) 15 weeks History of Health and Healing Wartime Europe 1900-1945 Examine changing health perceptions and Examine Europe from the turn of the healing practices across cultures. Analyze twentieth century to the end of World scholarly healing traditions and ideas about War II. Consider social, political, military, the body and healing. Appraise relations History and economic developments occurring in among healing practitioners as well as Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. various European countries during the two changing social, cultural political attitudes Check Course Timetable for availability. World Wars. and practices towards health and healing.

CLAS 209-3 (BC=3) HIST 315-3 (BC=3) HIST 333-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Ancient Greece and Rome Cold War Europe 1945-1991 Victorian English Society Discover Ancient Greek and Roman culture, Analyze social, political, and intellectual Explore the everyday life of the English daily life, mythology, religion, and history. changes in Europe from World War II to people in the nineteenth century (c.1815- Analyze the historical importance of Greek the 1990s. Compare ideological blocs and 1914). Compare aspects of everyday life and Roman societies. their impact on postwar reconstruction within the context of social legislation, and international development. Examine urban and suburbanization, sport and CLAS 320-3 (BC=3) decolonization and proxy wars. Interpret leisure, education, popular protests, and (3-0-0) 15 weeks factors in the end of the Cold War and the political reform. Roman History uncertainty that followed. Examine the history and civilization of HIST 334-3 (BC=3) Ancient Rome using evidence from literary HIST 321-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks and material culture. (3-0-0) 15 weeks Modern English Society Napolean’s Europe Explore the everyday life of the English HIST 207-3 (BC=3) Explore the shock and legacy of Napoleonic people within the context of the modern (3-0-0) 15 weeks warfare on the social, political, cultural, state post 1918. Examine the emergence of Early Modern World 1450-1789 nationalistic, and intellectual forces that a consumer culture, the welfare state, mass Explore world history from the fall of shaped nineteenth-century Europe. media, popular culture, work and leisure, Constantinople in 1453 to the French Examine the revolutions of 1830 and political protest, and Thatcherim. Revolution in 1789. Examine and interpret 1848 that helped to define the century in the impact of religious warfare, changing Napoleon’s wake. intellectual, state and social structures, witchcraft, European colonial exploration, and the emerging Atlantic world.

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HIST 351-3 (BC=3) HIST 372-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Human Resource The British Empire The Prairie West in Canada Management Discover the social, intellectual, cultural, Examine the Prairie region as part of and political aspects of the British Empire Canada from the end of the fur trade HRM 505-3 (BC=3) from its origins to 1997. The British Empire to the present. Analyse the impact of (3-0-0) 15 weeks will be examined from a British and colonial Confederation, Treaty-making, the building Introduction to Human Resources perspective. of the transcontinental Railway, European Management settlement, regional identity formation, Develop a foundational understanding of HIST 357-3 (BC=3) and relations with the rest of Canada. Human Resources Management and its (3-0-0) 15 weeks Recommended preparation: HIST 374. contribution to the organization in meeting Gender and Sexuality in History strategic goals and objectives. HR issues, Analyze history through the lens of gender HIST 373-3 (BC=3) policies, procedures and practices related to and sexuality. Interpret changing social (3-0-0) 15 weeks all HR functions will be examined. constructions of gender and sexuality Canada to 1867 within their economic class, ethnic, religious Examine the land, societies and peoples HRM 510-3 (BC=3) and political dimensions. Appraise how that would become Canada prior to (3-0-0) 15 weeks gender and sexuality influence the writing and during the colonial period. Explore Workforce Planning and Talent of history. changing relations among Indigenous and Management Prerequisite: 3 credits in HIST or consent colonial powers that preceded the creation Introduction to workforce planning and of the department. of the Dominion of Canada. talent management as critical elements of an effective human resources management HIST 361 (BC=3) HIST 374-3 (BC=3) strategy. Focus on the strategic value of (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks designing, implementing, and evaluating The United States to 1865 Canada Since 1867 evidence-based workforce planning and Explore the United States from colonial Appraise the strategies and tools used to talent management. settlements to the Civil War. Evaluate the create a state structure across the northern Prerequisite: HRM 505. development of an American identity. half of North America. Assess the changing Examine the Revolutionary War, the struggle impact of political, economic, social, HRM 515-3 (BC=3) to define the republic, slavery and the religious factors on the Indigenous, settler, (3-0-0) 15 weeks Civil War. and immigrant populations. Situate Canada Recruitment and Selection Antirequisite: HIST 360. within a continental and international Develop an understanding of the context. recruitment and selection process and HIST 362-3 (BC=3) its importance to strategic Workforce (3-0-0) 15 weeks HIST 379-3 (BC=3) Planning. Emphasis will be placed on the The United States since 1865 (3-0-0) 15 weeks various aspects influencing recruitment Explore the United States from the Indigenous Peoples and Canada as well as ways to minimize errors in Civil War to the present. Examine the Differentiate Indigenous Peoples and employment selection in order to increase Presidency, Reconstruction, segregation, examine their relation to the land they an organization’s competitive position. industrialization, imperialism, World Wars, have occupied since time immemorial. Prerequisite: HRM 505. youth culture, and the era of the Cold War. Assess Indigenous relations to settler and Antirequisite: HIST 360. immigrant peoples since the colonial HRM 520-3 (BC=3) period. Analyse the changing social, (3-0-0) 15 weeks HIST 363-3 (BC=3) economic, cultural, spiritual, linguistic Learning and Development (3-0-0) 15 weeks effects of colonialism on Indigenous Gain practical skills to strategically develop American Civil War in Context realities. an organization’s employees by: identifying Discover the history of the American Civil Recommended preparation: 3 credits in employee learning needs, developing War (1861-1865) by exploring the people, Canadian History. appropriate programs, and assessing beliefs, and battles that shaped it. The overall effectiveness. Analyze the modern war will be analyzed within the context of workplace as a learning environment with slavery, presidential power, states’ rights, the its associated challenges. future direction of the nation, and historical Prerequisite: HRM 505. civil wars from antiquity through the early- nineteenth century.

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HRM 525-3 (BC=3) HRM 545-3 (BC=3) HRM 562 (BC=1) (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks (0-1-1) (12 hours) 1 week Total Rewards Accounting and Finance for Human Applications in HR II Apply frameworks and practical approaches Resources Management Integrate and demonstrate knowledge from to design, implement and evaluate a total Apply conceptual foundations of various human resources functional areas rewards system. Total rewards techniques financial and management accounting to in a face-to-face setting. Build professional and considerations to evaluate and balance demonstrate how financial information network with fellow students, faculty and the strategic goals of the organization with is used in forecasting, budgeting, industry representatives. Gain practical employee needs. management and measurement of insights on the implementation of human Prerequisite: HRM 505. business operations. resources. Prerequisite: HRM 505. Prerequisite: HRM 510, HRM 515, HRM 530-3 (BC=3) HRM 520, HRM 525, HRM 561. (3-0-0) 15 weeks HRM 550-3 (BC=3) Organizational Behaviour (3-0-0) 15 weeks HRM 563 (BC=1) Develop an understanding of management Employee Engagement (0-1-1) (12 hours) 1 week concepts, theories of leadership and the Examine employee engagement as an Applications in HR III impacts of rapid change in an organization. organization-wide strategy that impacts Integrate and demonstrate knowledge from Emphasis is on how organizational achievement of mission-related goals, various human resources functional areas success ultimately depends on individual productivity and profitability. Consider in a face-to-face setting. Build professional motivational levels, personalities, values, factors that positively and negatively network with fellow students, faculty and teams, and how the manager effectively influence employee engagement. Identify industry representatives. Gain practical plans, leads and manages change to the role of senior leadership, human insights on the implementation of human improve performance and commitment. resources, supervisors and employees in resources. Prerequisite: HRM 505. shaping an engaged workforce. Prerequisite: HRM 530, HRM 535, Prerequisite: HRM 505. HRM 540, HRM 562. HRM 535-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks HRM 555-3 (BC=3) HRM 564 (BC=1) Employee and Labour Relations (3-0-0) 15 weeks (0-1-1) (12 hours) 1 week Explore the intricate balance of Capstone Applications in HR IV management rights and employee needs Apply the knowledge and skills developed Integrate and demonstrate knowledge from and the impact of society and politics in throughout the HR Graduate Certificate various human resources functional areas that relationship. Consider the influence of program to develop a comprehensive in a face-to-face setting. Build professional unions and how their presence impacts the HR plan for an organization. Analyze the network with fellow students, faculty and employer-employee relationship. business issues and requirements of the industry representatives. Gain practical Prerequisite: HRM 505. organization. Present recommended insights on the implementation of human solutions and provide rationale to resolve resources. HRM 540-3 (BC=3) the business issues, drawing from relevant Prerequisite: HRM 555. (3-0-0) 15 weeks theory and research. Occupational Health and Safety Prerequisite: Successful completion of all in the Workplace previous courses in Certificate. Develop knowledge of occupational health and safety legislation, issues and HRM 561 (BC=1) Indigenous Studies programs. Review strategies and techniques (0-1-1) (12 hours) 1 week used by HR professionals to become Applications in HR I INDS 205-3 (BC=3) actively involved in health and safety in Integrate and demonstrate knowledge from (3-0-0) 15 weeks the workplace: hazard assessments and various human resources functional areas Indigenous Peoples in Canada controls, WHMIS, ergonomics, emergency in a face-to-face setting. Build professional Introduction to the historical and response planning, incident investigation network with fellow students, faculty and contemporary contexts and experiences of and promoting health and wellness in the industry representatives. Gain practical Indigenous Peoples in Canada with specific workplace. insights on the implementation of human focus on Alberta. Introduction to the way Prerequisite: HRM 505. resources. Indigenous languages shape understanding Prerequisite: HRM 505. and experiences. Introduces colonialism, cultural and political re-emergence, Indigenous and Non-Indigenous relations, and reconciliation.

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IET 150-3 (BC=4) IET 221-3 (BC=4) Instrumentation (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks Engineering Applied Electronics Process Control III Basics of semiconductors, electrical power Design and implement advanced control Technology transmission, and control of motors. strategies to deal with excessive process Prerequisite: EET 110. disturbances and complex industrial Note: IET courses are open to Engineering processes. Technology students only. IET 205-3 (BC=4) Prerequisite: IET 220. (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks IET 115-3 (BC=4) Industrial Networking IET 225-3 (BC=4) (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks In-depth coverage of networking (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks Process Measurements I technologies, topologies, and protocols and Analyzers I Recognize the concepts necessary integration of different network protocols in Examine the fundamentals of operating, to perform work in hazardous areas. industrial environment. troubleshooting and commissioning of Describe the operation of pneumatic Prerequisite: IET 140. liquid and gas analytical instruments. instrumentation devices. Analyze problems Prerequisites: IET 130, 115, 215. associated with instrument loops and IET 210-3 (BC=4) pressure and level instruments. (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks IET 226-3 (BC=4) Prerequisite: IET 135, IET 145. Industrial Information Systems (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks Examine network architectures and Analyzers II IET 120-3 (BC=4) technologies associated with the Assess, calibrate, and validate industrial (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks acquisition and management of industrial analyzers used for air quality, moisture, stack Process Control I data. Introduction to open-protocol data emissions, sampling systems, vibration, and Analyze basic concepts of industrial process transport and geographical information composition of a process stream. control. Identify equipment in a process systems. Prerequisites: IET 225, GET 202. control loop, methods used to achieve Prerequisite: IET 205. process control, fundamental control IET 228-3 (BC=4) algorithms, controller tuning and stability. IET 215-3 (BC=4) (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks Prerequisite: GET 129, IET 137, IET 135. (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks Electric & Fluid Power Systems Corequisite: IET 115. Process Measurements II Fundamental theory, analysis, and Explore pressure level and temperature application of common instrumentation- IET 130-3 (BC=4) measurement methods, including based electrical circuits. Operational theory (3-0-0)15 weeks calibration of transmitters and how and application of fluid power control Industrial Chemistry measurement signals are generated. systems. Inorganic and organic chemistry concepts Learn related terminology and formulas. Prerequisite: GET 101, GET 103. and principles related to industrial Prerequisite: IET 115. chemistry. Corequisite: IET 120. IET 230-3 (BC=3) (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks IET 135-3 (BC=4) IET 216-3 (BC=4) Instrumentation Design (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks Design, select and size instruments and Technology Physics Process Measurements III valves for an industrial project. Illustrate Explore engineering problems in Troubleshoot, commission, install and project management techniques, in a team, kinematics, dynamics, electromagnetic and maintain instruments for flow, density, and to create an instrumentation engineering mechanical waves, conservation laws, rate storage vessel measurement. package. of flow in pipes, pressure, and heat transfer. Prerequisite: IET 215. Prerequisite: IET 215. Corequisite: IET 230. Corequisite: IET 216. IET 140-3 (BC=4) (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks IET 220-3 (BC=3) IET 235-3 (BC=4) Electrical Circuits (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks Analysis of electrical DC circuits, AC circuits, Process Control II Reliability Based Maintenance basic concepts of number systems and Design and implement advanced control Apply the principles and practices Boolean algebra. strategies to deal with different types of reliability-centred maintenance. of process disturbances and complex Identification of safety practices and IET 145-3 (BC=4) industrial processes. standards, planning for routine, one- (2-0-2/2) 15 weeks Prerequisite: IET 120, IET 115. time, and systems change management, Instrumentation Shop and Safety Corequisite: IET 125, IET 215. application of failure detection, analysis, This course teaches the use of appropriate and prevention. hand tools, power tools and safety practices Prerequisites: IET 125, IET 130, IET 216, in a typical instrumentation shop. GET 202.

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IET 240-3 (BC=3) INTD 240-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks Interdisciplinary (3-0-0) 15 weeks Capstone Project Studies Integrated Arts Approach to Movement Research and compile a technical report Application of physical education on a on a technical problem. Demonstrate Note: Courses in interdisciplinary studies will emphasizing the connection between project management skill set for an normally be ‘team taught’ by members of creative expression through the mediums Instrumentation Engineering Technology different disciplines. of art, music, drama, dance and wellness as graduate. it applies to work with diverse clients with Prerequisites: Completion of all Term 3 Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. multiple needs. Provides students with courses. Check Course Timetable for availability. creative alternatives to maximize the quality of life for clients broadening their outlook on the IET 250-3 (BC=3) GNED 1102-3 (BC=3) connection between creativity and wellness (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks in physical education. Analyzers Controversies in Science Describe, validate and calibrate industrial Introduction to scientific and mathematical INTD 241-3 (BC=3) analyzers used to measure the following: knowledge and its role in society. The (3-0-0) 15 weeks water quality, physical properties, scientific method, the role of mathematics Wellness & Lifestyle Management composition, air quality, humidity and and statistics as reasoning tools in This course introduces the student to vibration. the analysis of scientific controversies. concepts of health, wellness and fitness, Prerequisite: IET 130, IET 215. Researching, evaluating, and writing about providing practical strategies for developing science. and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Students, IET 255-3 (BC=4) Note: This is an MRU course offered to through lectures, practical experience (3-0-2/2) MRU BBA students only. and self-evaluation will address personal Programmable Logic Controllers wellness in the areas of fitness, nutrition, Examine functions, hardware, software, GNED 1203-3 (BC=3) stress management and self-responsibility. programming, and interfacing of (3-0-0) 15 weeks The course serves to assist the student in self- Programmable Controllers in a production Cultural Perspectives on Science empowerment by developing and promoting environment. Learn digital logic concepts, This course introduces science as a cultural healthy eating, attitudes of physical activity LD, FBD, SFC and ST programming. activity with the goal of developing critical and behaviors for themselves and others. Prerequisite: GET 114. thinking and writing skills. Students will learn to be conversant with some of INTD 301-5 (BC=5) IET 260-3 (BC=3) the issues and debates concerning how (2-0-14) 2 weeks (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks science, technology, or medicine have Cultural Immersion Process Operations shaped and continue to shape beliefs, The focus of this course is to develop Explore process equipment used in values, and identities in our world. cross-cultural competencies through chemical plants, petrochemical plants, and Note: This is an MRU course offered to immersion in an international setting or pulp mills with regard to basic operation MRU BBA students only. selected domestic location. Interagency and design. collaboration and practical experience with Prerequisites: IET 120, IET 115. GNED 1301-3 (BC=3) an emphasis on global issues and their Corequisite: IET 215. (3-0-0) 15 weeks impact on health in regions with middle or Citizenship Without Borders low income populations will be the focus of IET 265-3 (BC=3) Students will gain a broad overview and this course. (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks understanding of issues related to global Recommended prerequisites: Any 200 SCADA HMI and DCS interaction and global interconnectedness. level university transfer course. Examine the main concepts, The complex concept of “globalization” communication protocols, software, will be analyzed through interdisciplinary INTD 311-3 (BC=3) hardware, and the interface technology perspectives and students will be (3-0-0) 15 weeks used in remote monitoring, data collection, encouraged, through debating key issues, Place, Environment and Health and control of industrial processes. to be active global citizens. Instructors may An introduction to the geography of Implement interactive Human-Machine approach the course through the use of health providing a spatial understanding Interface (HMI) screens. specific thematic structures. of population health focusing on the Prerequisite: IET 205, IET 220, GET 114, Note: This is an MRU course offered to determinants of health, the provision of IET 105. MRU BBA students only. healthcare services and the role of place and environment in contemporary health challenges. Prerequisites: Any 200 level university transfer course.

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INTD 321-3 (BC=3) INTP 102-4 (BC=4) INTP 303-3 (BC=3) (3-1) 15 weeks (4-0-0) 15 weeks (0-3-4) 7 weeks Contemporary Art in Process I Healthcare Anatomy and Physiology Competency Development 20th century trends in music, drama, visual Explore basic biological structures and Refine and develop knowledge, skills and art, dance, and creative writing. The course functions of the human body using a abilities required for nursing practice in involves individual and group work by way systems approach. Develop understanding clinical settings. Promote and practice client of studying, being exposed to, and applying of the significance of interrelationships and student safety through demonstration these disciplines. There are both evening between systems. Consider specific of skills, knowledge, attitudes, behaviour performances and presentations and day applications relevant to various health and sound decision-making. classes. Limited to second and/or third year disciplines. Use of medical terminology will students. be emphasized. Note: Pre-Health Sciences Certificate INTD 322-3 (BC=3) students must have successfully completed (3-1) 15 weeks HSCI 115 prior to taking this course. International Contemporary Art in Process II Business INTD 321 continued. INTP 104-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: INTD 321 or consent of (2-0-2) 15 weeks Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. instructor. Healthcare Communication I Check Course Timetable for availability. Develop verbal and non-verbal INTD 325-3 (BC=3) communication and active listening INTB 410 – 3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks skills relative to professional health (3-0-0) Mindfulness, Meditation & the Body care relationships and situations. Managing Cultural Difference Introduction to contemplative practices Interprofessional collaboration is introduced Learn to apply culturally sensitive models of with a focus on secular meditation and by identifying roles, team functioning, business communication to build effective mindful body work. Topics include various leadership, communication, conflict business relationships by analyzing cultural contemporary practices, the influence of resolution, and client centered care. values of various world cultures, identifying neuroscience, impact on professions, brain issues of social organization, addressing health, and how practices benefit clients/ INTP 105-3 (BC=3) dynamics of intercultural communication, patients/employees/students and self. (2-0-2) 15 weeks and negotiating across cultures to assess the Prerequisite: Any 200 level course. Healthcare Communication II impact on conducting international business. Application of advanced communication INTD 370-3 (BC=3) strategies to healthcare settings with a INTB 415 – 3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks client-centered, inter-professional focus. (3-0-0) Intersections of Global Health Prerequisite: INTP 104. International Marketing Management Utilize a variety of interdisciplinary/ Learn the principles of international interprofessional/intersectoral perspectives INTP 201-3 (BC=3) marketing by conducting both quantitative to explore major global health trends, (3-0-0 ) 15 weeks and qualitative research into and analyzing issues and contributing factors as well as Interprofessional Leadership marketing opportunities in foreign markets. sustainable strategies/solutions that work Examine current leadership issues, trends, Develop marketing plans appropriate to toward the promotion of global health. theory, and practice to facilitate the global marketplace. Make product planning, Prerequisite: Any 200 level course or development of the knowledge, skills, pricing and promotion decisions within consent from the instructor. and attributes required of a leader to an international context and identify envision change and enable optimal health distribution structures required to plan INTD 375-3 (BC=3) outcomes from a collaborative inter- market entry strategies. (3-0-0) 15 weeks professional perspective. Social Gerontology Prerequisite PHT 140 or PN 258. INTB 420 – 4 (BC=4) Integrate interdisciplinary perspectives (4-0-0) on social gerontology. Examine issues INTP 301-1 (BC=1) Financing International Trade associated with aging in Canadian society. (0-0-2) 7 weeks Examine the field of international trade Explore healthy aging from a variety of Competency Screen finance. Key topics include trade finance perspectives and disciplines. Provides an opportunity for nursing products and services, payment, risk Prerequisites: Any 200 level university applicants to practice and demonstrate analysis and management, exchange rates, transfer course or consent of the previously attained knowledge and skills cash flow planning, export credit agencies, department. from an approved Nursing Program. This and international financial institutions. assessment will partly determine placement within a RDC Nursing Program.

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INTB 425 – 4 (BC =4) INTB 450 - 6 (Optional) (BC=6) JUST 115-3 (BC=4) (4-0-0) (270 hours) 7 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks International Trade Logistics International Practicum Corrections Develop a comprehensive plan for the *Eligible students can acquire work experience Introduction to the development and movement of goods and services between in the international business field through operation of correctional practices in countries to gain a competitive advantage. practicum following completion of the Canada. Introduces the experiences of Topics include supply chain management, academic portion of the program. These incarcerated persons and correctional staff. warehouse management, shipment training experiences give students an ideal Examines the experiences of specific groups consolidation and containerization, way to apply what they have learned in class of incarcerated populations. Examines inter-modal transportation management, and also explore different potential career diverse case management and treatment commercial and government paths. practices. Investigates functions and documentation, regulatory compliance, *Available only to students who have passed dysfunctions of corrections and current health and environment issues, all 10 courses with a minimum cumulative issues and reform initiatives. transportation and customs clearance. GPA of 3.0, with no grade below C in any of Prerequisite: JUST 100. the courses. Practicum placements are not INTB 430 – 3 (BC=3) guaranteed. JUST 106-1 (BC=2) (3-0-0) (0-3-0) 15 weeks Legal Aspects of International Trade Professional Seminar II Understand the legal environment of Develop professional practice through the international trade, in particular global integration of knowledge, skills, and values trade agreements, international contracts Justice Studies required of professionals within justice- and partnerships, intellectual property law, related fields. Continued focus on self-care, E-commerce, legal aspects concerning JUST 100-3 (BC=4) wellness, physical fitness, professional transportation of goods, and Canadian (3-0-0) 15 weeks documentation standards, and clarifying business and contract law. The Canadian Justice System personal values. Examine and analyse patterns of crime and Prerequisite: JUST 105. INTB 435 – 4 (BC=4) victimization; police operations, discretion (4-0-0) and decision making; the criminal courts, JUST 200-3 (BC=4) International Trade Research including sentencing; the corrections (3-0-0) 15 weeks Understand the research process, including systems, including correctional institutions The Justice System and Indigenous defining objectives and identifying, and community-based models within the Canadians collecting, analyzing, and presenting data. context of the structure and operation of Examine relationships between Indigenous Evaluate import and export opportunities, the Canadian criminal justice system. Peoples in Canada and the Justice System source market information. Apply research including the impact of language and and intelligence from various sources to JUST 105-1 (BC=2) structural factors. Explore Indigenous international trade strategies. (0-3-0) 15 weeks systems of justice and the connection Professional Seminar I between reconciliation and the Justice INTB 440 – 4 (BC=4) Introduction to professional practice System. (4-0-0) through integration of knowledge, skills, Prerequisite: INDS 105, JUST 100. International Trade Management and values required of professionals within Learn how to manage in a global economy. justice-related fields. Explore self-care, JUST 205-1 (BC=2) Topics include managing for international wellness, physical fitness, professional (0-3-0) 15 weeks competitiveness and international risk, documentation standards, and personal Professional Seminar III managing strategic alliances, and managing values clarification. Develop professional practice through a multinational workforce. Corequisites: JUST 100, ENGL 219. integration of knowledge, skills and values required of the professionals within justice- INTB 445 – 3 (BC=3) JUST 110-3 (BC=4) related fields. Career preparation, technical (3-0-0) (3-0-0) 15 weeks writing, employability, communication International Market Entry Strategies Canadian Criminal Law skills and preparation for practicum are Understand how to select, assess, and Investigation of the nature, purpose, emphasized. Develop self-care, wellness, execute a market entry and exit strategy. scope, sources, and basic principles of the physical fitness, professional documentation Develop and write a strategic international Canadian criminal justice system. Study of standards, and clarifying personal values. business plan for a specific product or the basic elements of a criminal offence Prerequisite: JUST 106. service. Understand and overcome barriers and certain major defences. Examination of Corequisite: JUST 215. to entry. Learn how to find the right partner other statutes that impact on criminal law. and create a partnership agreement and Examination of issues in sentencing, victims’ how to manage an international business rights and emerging criminal justice issues. operation. Prerequisite: JUST 100.

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JUST 206-1 (BC=2) KNSS 204-3 (BC=3) (0-3-0) 15 weeks Kinesiology and (3-0-0) 15 weeks Professional Seminar IV Sport Studies Introduction to Sociocultural Apply professional practice knowledge, Foundations of Physical Education, skills and values developed through Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. Leisure and Sport . professional seminars. Career preparation, Check Course Timetable for availability. Study of the nature, function and role of technical writing, employability, play, physical education, recreation, leisure, communication skills and preparation for A . Kinesiology & Sport Studies Courses and games as a basis for understanding practicum are emphasized. the sociocultural foundations of sport and Prerequisite: JUST 205. KNSS 200-3 (BC=4) how contemporary society organizes and (3-0-2) 15 weeks transfers attitudes and skills. JUST 210-3 (BC=4) Structural Anatomy (3-0-0) 15 weeks Study of human structure including the KNSS 205-3 (BC=3) Conflict Resolution systems of the body with emphasis on (3-0-0) 15 weeks Examine the dynamics of conflict and those involved in human movement. History of Sport conflict management. Concepts and Laboratory work includes the use of various Development of the Olympic Sport practices of managing conflict within learning tools. Movement and the history of sport and individual lives, the community justice Prerequisite: Biology 30 recommended. leisure in Canada from colonial times field, and the larger societal context Note: Successful completion of this to present providing a foundational are introduced through application of course with a minimum C+ will satisfy understanding of the historical philosophy, and using techniques to requirements for NURS 215. devellopment of sport. Topics will include address and manage conflict on a societal, the historical effect and changes in institutional and individual level. KNSS 201-3 (BC=3) professionalization, gender roles, culture, (3-0-0) 15 weeks Olympic games structure and socialization JUST 215-3 (BC=4) Biomechanics in Canadian sport and leisure. (3-0-0) 15 weeks Qualitative analysis of human movement, Prerequisite: KNSS 204. Community Justice Initiatives using biomechanical principles. Introduce the various restorative justice/ Principles are based on basic physics and KNSS 209-3 (BC=3) crime prevention initiatives available in mathematical laws and theories which (3-0-0) 15 weeks Alberta, and what roles these initiatives are transferred to real world situations to Measurement and Evaluation play in communities. Students focus on improve motor performance in humans. Methods and techniques for evaluating the roles of community justice initiatives physical activity programs and participants. such as restorative justice, victim-offender KNSS 202-3 (BC=4) Applying tests and measurement in a mediation, victim services, crime prevention (3-0-2) 15 weeks variety of sport community and institutional organizations, crime response organizations, Physiology of Exercise settings. and vigilantism. Examination of how the human body Prerequisite: JUST 100. physiologically responds to exercise. The KNSS 210-3 (BC=3) Corequisite: JUST 205. lecture and laboratory experiences are (2-0-2) 15 weeks designed to promote a theoretical and Personal Fitness and Wellness JUST 220-3 (BC=4) practical understanding of the acute and An exploration and application of the (3-0-0) 15 weeks chronic adaptations to the human body foundations of health, wellness and fitness Gender and the Justice System with the implementation of a variety of from a personal perspective. Theory and Examine the intersection of gender, exercise modes. practical strategies are used to empower ethnicity, and class in terms of victimization, Prerequisite or Corequisite: PSIO 258/259. the student in developing a healthy active offending, and working within the justice lifestyle. system. KNSS 203-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: JUST 100. (3-0-0) 15 weeks KNSS 214-3 (BC=4) Skill Acquisition and Performance (3-0-1) 15 weeks JUST 225-4 (BC=5) Theory of skill acquisition, motor learning, Introduction to Personal Physical Fitness (180 hours) 15 weeks and performance in a variety of sports, Examination and application of the Practicum physical activities, and recreation. foundations of physical fitness, with Introduce students to work placement in emphasis on the knowledge and a justice setting. Application of in-class understanding of basic concepts and learning to a workplace setting, including methods of physical fitness and active living. building professional relationships and ethical conduct. Prerequisite: JUST 205.

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KNSS 220-3 (BC=3) KNSS 260-3 (BC=3) KNSS 306-3 (BC=3) (3-0-1.5) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Introduction to Athletic Therapy Introduction to Coaching Theory Values and Ethics in Adapted Physical Athletic therapy in theory and practice. Introduction to coaching theory focusing Activity Sports medicine, care and prevention on theoretical and practical coaching topics Exploration of the issues affecting the of injuries, and safety in athletics and including ethical decision-making, practice lives of marginalized individuals and physical education. planning, basic mental skills, teaching communities. Defining and challenging Prerequisite: KNSS 200. and learning. historical moments, current issues, theories Note: This course meets the standards of and practices in the area of adapted KNSS 240-3 (BC=4) N.C.C.P. Part A & Part B. Introduction to physical education and rehabilitation. (3-0-1.5) 15 weeks Competition. Insight into the key values that guide Adapted Physical Education professional practice for rehabilitation Current trends, theory and practice in KNSS 270-3 (BC=3) professionals and the fundamental ethical adapted physical activity including an (2-0-2) 15 weeks practices in adapted physical activity. overview of possible changes to task, Leadership and Instruction in Physical Prerequisite: KNSS 240 or consent of the environment and instruction as it relates Activity department. to individuals with a disability. Leadership, communication, instructional skills and development are explored on an KNSS 307-3 (BC=3) KNSS 244-3 (BC=3) individual and group basis and applied to a (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks variety of settings and activities. Growth and Development Introduction to Nutrition Growth and development using a lifespan Overview of normal nutritional KNSS 280-3 (BC=4) approach stressing changes in physical requirements, physiological functions (3-0-1) 15 weeks growth and motor development with and food sources. Examination of the Introduction to Outdoor Education emphasis on individual differences. importance of nutritional adequacy for Concepts and experiences in outdoor optimal health and in disease prevention education and leadership are explored KNSS 312-3 (BC=3) including evaluation of nutritional issues through a four day fall camp held during (3-0-0) 15 weeks and nutritional status. the fourth week of August followed by Research Methods in Kinesiology Note: Not to be taken by students with weekly lectures. (See course notation in Introduces research methods and design credit in KNSS 224. the Kinesiology & Sport Studies Program used in kinesiology. Focus on evaluation Description of the Academic Calendar. and analysis of research studies, qualitative, KNSS 250-3 (BC=3) quantitative and mixed research methods (3-0-0) 15 weeks KNSS 285-3 (BC=3) with focus on kinesiology context. Introduction to the Administration of (3-0-0) 15 weeks Prerequisite: KNSS 209. Sport, Physical Activity, and Recreation Physical Activity and Aging Programs Examination of the biological, psychological KNSS 340-3 (BC=3) Management concepts required to and sociological aspects of aging and their (3-0-0) 15 weeks successfully administer a sport, physical application in developing activities and Pedagogies in Adapted Human activity, or recreation program. Tournament working with older adults. Emphasis will be Movement building/planning and event management given to the role of physical activity and its Application of differend pedagogical are reinforced through practical learning impact on aging. approaches to teach human movement experiences. required in adapted physical education KNSS 299-3 (BC=3) settings. Knowledge and experience will be KNSS 253-3 (BC=3) (1.5-0-0) 30 weeks gained working with individuals in diverse (3-0-0) 15 weeks Directed Studies in Kinesiology and populations through a community service Psychological Sport Performance Sport Studies learning approach. Introduction to sport psychology Participation in applied practical Prerequisite: KNSS 240. and mental performance focusing on experiences through the completion of a understanding human behavior in physical cooperative work experience of 90 to 100 KPED 292-3 (BC=4) activity and sport. This course examines hours plus 45 hours of seminars over 30 (3-0-1.5) 15 weeks the perspectives of sport psychology in weeks or two academic terms. Introduction to Elementary School conjunction with personality and social Prerequisite: Consent of Chairperson. Physical Education psychology. This course provides theoretical and practical experiences in teaching and planning physical education. Emphasis is on physical literacy and developmentally appropriate activities for elementary school aged children 5-12.

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KPED 294-3 (BC=3) C . Physical Activity Courses KPAC 231-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Introduction to the Movement Activities Physical activity is the primary means Badminton of Youth, Part I physical educators use to help others attain Theory and practice in service and service A wide range of physical activities and well-being and personal fulfillment. As a return, forehand and backhand drive, clear important underlying concepts. Emphasis is Kinesiology and Sport Studies student, and smash, drop shots, basic tactics, and on understanding concepts which relate to or an Education student with a P.E. major officiating. (Must supply own equipment.) games, skills, and activities. or minor, you need to take part in and appreciate a variety of activities, from your KPAC 233-1 .5 (BC=2) KPED 295-3 (BC=3) own and other cultures, to better meet (2-1) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks the leisure and work needs of your clients. Racquetball/Squash Introduction to the Movement Activities You will develop a personal foundation of Theory and practice in service and service of Youth, Part II physical activity, including appreciation, skill, return, forehand and backhand strokes, and Emphasis is on individual activities in a analytical understanding, and knowledge basic tactics. (Must supply own equipment.) range of settings. about different activities. Physical activity is Prerequisite: KPED 294. the “physical” in physical education. KPAC 235-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks KPED 309-3 (BC=3) KPAC 200-3 (BC=3) Tennis (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Theory and practice in service and service Introduction to the Scientific Basis of Swimming return, forehand and backhand strokes, Human Movement Theory and practice in the front and approach shorts, volley, lob, and basic Structure, function, and capacities of the back crawl, breast stroke, side stroke, and tactics. (Must supply own equipment.) human body as they relate to movement. elementary back stroke. Other aquatic skills. Note: Not for Kinesiology degree credit. KPAC 237-3 (BC=3) KPAC 211-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks B . Dance Courses (3-0) 15 weeks Volleyball Basketball Theory and practice in individual and team KDNC 200-3 (BC=3) Theory and practice in individual and team activities. (3-1) 15 weeks activities. The Spectrum of Dance in Society KPAC 240-1 .5 (BC=2) Theory and practice of dance as a human KPAC 214-3 (BC=3) (2-1) 15 weeks physical activity. Focus will be on the (3-0) 15 weeks Baseball/Fastball aesthetic, expressive, and rhythmical Ice Hockey Theory and practice in individual and team aspects of movement in a culture’s Technical and introductory tactical activities. artistic and social life. Movement content, components of the game of ice hockey techniques, improvisation, and composition are presented. Emphasis will be placed KPAC 245-3 (BC=3) in a variety of dance forms. on improving both technical skills and (3-0) 15 weeks coaching expertise. Students are eligible Golf KDNC 255-1 .5 (BC=2) for Hockey Canada Coach Level and Theory and practice in driving, chipping, (2-1) 15 weeks Developmental Level Certification. pitching, and putting. A fee may be charged Social Dance for green and range fees. Theory and practice for individuals and KPAC 218-3 (BC=3) partners in the foxtrot, waltz, swing, rumba, (3-0) 15 weeks KPAC 255-3 (BC=3) cha cha, and additional dances. Soccer (3-0) 15 weeks Theoretical and practical aspects of Yoga for Beginners KDNC 260-1 .5 (BC=2) the game of soccer at an introductory Introduction to fundamental yoga postures (2-1) 15 weeks level including the four basic soccer and development of a basic understanding Jazz Dance skills: control, dribbling, passing and of yoga theory as it pertains to health shooting. Introduction to goalkeeping and Theory and personal skill in body and wellness. Focus will be given to the transferring these skills into small sided different schools of Hatha Yoga, primarily awareness and placement, locomotion, and games. Adaptation of sk ills to indoor, choreographed jazz dance. outdoor and special needs variations will on Ashtanga Yoga, emphasizing progressive also be covered. practice of selected yoga asanas. KDNC 340-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks KPAC 260-1 .5 (BC=2) Modern Dance (2-1) 15 weeks Theory and practice in creative dance Gymnastics technique, improvisation, and composition. Theory and practice in the basic movements common to all forms of gymnastics.

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KPAC 270-1 .5 (BC=2) KPAC 314-3 (BC=3) LEGL 110-3 (BC=3) (2-1) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Track and Field Analysis and Instruction of Ice Hockey Litigation I Theory and practice in sprints, long jump, Advanced theory of the game of Ice Hockey Introduction to civil litigation including the shot put, hurdles, high jump, discus, is emphasized. Included are on-ice skills legal system, structure of a lawsuit, Rules of Court, commencing an action by Statement distance running, triple jump, javelin, and development and the practice of on-ice of Claim and Default Judgments. pole vault. tactics and multiple player strategies. (Must supply own equipment). LEGL 115-3 (BC=3) KPAC 281-1 .5 (BC=2) Prerequisite: KPAC 214 or consent of (3-0-0) 15 weeks (2-1) 15 weeks Department. Litigation II Cross Country Skiing Note: You must have the minimum skating Examination of the Defendant’s choices in a Personal skill development in diagonal ability of an average hockey player. contested lawsuit. Includes torts and how striding, double poling, skating, christy and matters proceed to trial when settlements telemark. KPAC 321-3 (BC=3) are unsuccessful. Note: One day trip will be scheduled on a (3-0-0) 15 weeks Prerequisite: LEGL 110. weekend during the course. Applied Resistance Training Examination and application of LEGL 120-3 (BC=3) KPAC 290-3 (BC=3) fundamental and specific principles (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks associated with resistance training Corporate Law Metabolic Conditioning methodologies. Discuss Alberta business structures and Develop knowledge and training in legal procedures. Create a corporation, cardiovascular fitness through aerobic and KPAC 337-3 (BC=3) maintain a minute book, and complete the anaerobic conditioning. (3-0-0) 15 weeks annual requirements for the corporation. Analysis and Instruction of Volleyball KPAC 296-3 (BC=3) Theory, practice, and teaching of basic skills. LEGL 125-2 (BC=2) (3-0) 15 weeks Emphasis is on acquiring skills and basic (2-0-0) 15 weeks Flexibility and Relaxation team systems. Contracts Study of flexibility and relaxation, in Prerequisite: KPAC 237 or consent of Identify and describe the components of a relation to overall fitness and personal well Department. contract, common problems and remedies. being, through physiological, historical, Prerequisite: LEGL 105. biomechanical, individual, cultural and leadership perspectives. Exploration LEGL 130-3 (BC=3) of practical methods to include this (3-0-0) 15 weeks knowledge into personal life and leadership Legal Assistant Real Estate I training. Introduction to the Land Titles system and (Open to Legal Assistant students or with types of ownership. Prepare documents for KPAC 310-3 (BC=3) consent of the Department.) a residential sale. (3-0-0) 15 weeks Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. LEGL 135-3 (BC=3) Aquatics Check Course Timetable for availability. The development of proficiency in (3-0-0) 15 weeks swimming, understanding of scientific LEGL 100-3 (BC=3) Keyboarding II principles applied to performance and (3-0-0) 15 weeks Demonstrate accuracy and speed building analysis of aquatic skills, development Keyboarding I in keyboarding skills, including transcription of teaching skills, and understanding Beginning keyboarding skills including work and document production for and application of lifesaving theory and touch keying with no key watching. the creation of business forms, legal resuscitation. Emphasis on building skills through proper documents, and correspondence. technique. Prerequisite: Red Cross Blue Level (Level Prerequisite: LEGL 100. 6) or ability to swim front crawl and back LEGL 105-1 (BC=1) crawl efficiently. LEGL 140-3 (BC=3) (1-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Canadian Legal System Information Processing I KPAC 311-3 (BC=3) Identify the operation and various roles Introduction to software and computer (3-0-0) 15 weeks in the Canadian legal system, including Analysis and Instruction of Basketball the processes and institutions involved in technologies required for the preparation of Theory, practice, and teaching of the making laws. legal documents. fundamental skills of basketball. Prerequisite: KPAC 211 or consent of Department.

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LEGL 145-2 (BC=2) LEGL 230-3 (BC=3) (2-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Management Criminal Law Commercial Law Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. The principles and administration of Introduction to the purchase and sale of a Check Course Timetable for availability. criminal law using the Criminal Code of business including Master Sales Agreement, Canada and the Charter of Rights and sale of shares, sale of assets, and commercial MGMT 210-3 (BC=3) Freedoms. financing. (3-0) 15 weeks Prerequisite: LEGL 120 and LEGL 230. Project Management LEGL 200-3 (BC=3) This course introduces students to project (3-0-0) 15 weeks LEGL 233-3 (BC=3) management. Content includes concepts, Professional and Interpersonal Skills (3-0) 15 weeks principles, and the inputs, outputs, tools Demonstrate professional skills and Commercial Law and techniques necessary to take the behaviours, including interpersonal and Introduction to the purchase and sale project from inception to completion. intrapersonal skills, ethics, and conflict of a business including: Master Sales Students will learn, using PMBoK (Project resolution. Practice job search skills. Agreements, sale of shares, sale of assets, Management Body of Knowledge), how to the Alberta Personal Property Registry initiate a project, plan for its completion, LEGL 205-3 (BC=3) system and commercial financing. monitor and control the project during (3-0-0) 15 weeks Prerequisites: LEGL 120 & LEGL 230. implementation, and closing the completed Estate Planning project. Projects will be developed that are Prepare Wills, Enduring Powers of Attorney, LEGL 235-3 (BC=3) industry specific and will be used to allow Personal Directives, and applications for (3-0-0) 15 weeks students to take a project from inception to a Guardian and Trustee, including the Real Estate III completion. distribution of an estate when a person dies Complete condominium sale, farmland Credit will not be granted for both BADM without a Will. sale, and residential purchase with varying 253 and MGMT 210. financing documentation. Must be a BBA student or have consent of LEGL 210-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: LEGL 230. the Donald School of Business. (3-0-0) 15 weeks Litigation III LEGL 240-3 (BC=3) MGMT 215-3 (BC=3) Complete the documents required for the (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks collection of judgments, including writs, Family Law Entrepreneurship garnishment and seizures, and Chamber Prepare documentation for an application This experiential course develops an applications. for parenting, divorce and a separation understanding of innovation and builds Prerequisite: LEGL 115. agreement using applicable statutes. awareness of the practical experiences Recognize issues regarding support, of entrepreneurs. Students participate in LEGL 215-3 (BC=3) custody, access, and also alternative dispute experiential activities and competitions, and (3-0-0) 15 weeks resolution methods. learn using a practical framework that Litigation IV Prerequisites: LEGL 110, LEGL 115 and integrates current research, practice and Complete documents for a variety of LEGL 210. lessons learned from people who have Chamber Applications. started impactful businesses with limited Prerequisite: LEGL 210. LEGL 245-3 (BC=3) resources. (3-0-0) 15 weeks Credit will not be granted for both BADM LEGL 220-3 (BC=3) Technology Integration 251 and MGMT 215. (3-0-0) 15 weeks Application of advanced computer Must be a BBA student or have consent of Information Processing II applications using a case-based approach the Donald School of Business. Application of advanced word processing to cloud computing, spreadsheets, concepts, communication, scheduling, databases, and specific law office software. spreadsheets, and law office accounting Prerequisite: LEGL 220 software. Prerequisite: LEGL 140. LEGL 250-3 (BC=3) (15 hrs class/175 hrs practicum) 6 weeks LEGL 225-3 (BC=3) Practicum (3-0-0) 15 weeks Prepare for, and complete, 175 hours of Estate Administration full-time practicum experience as a Legal Prepare documentation for the transfer of Assistant. a deceased’s estate to beneficences based Prerequisite: Completion of all other on the Surrogate Court Rules. Includes requirements with a GPA of 2.0. applications for Probate and Administration. Prerequisite: LEGL 205.

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MGMT 220-3 (BC=3) MGMT 320-3 (BC=4) MGMT 430-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 credits (3-0-1) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Interpersonal Communications Business Statistics II Business Plan Development This course provides an introduction This course examines inferential statistical Students will be able to prepare and and overview to aspects of interpersonal analysis while emphasizing thinking skills present a solid business plan for a new communication. Utilizing a mix of theory and computer literacy. Topics include or existing enterprise. Areas covered and application, the course provides parametric and nonparametric hypothesis will include identifying and assessing students with opportunities to gain testing procedures. Simple and multiple opportunities, developing a winning an understanding of the elements of regression analysis will also be strategy, identifying resource requirements interpersonal communication and examined and applied to business and selling the plan to financing sources. demonstrate a foundational level of situations. The understanding of the Prerequisite: BADM 110, BADM 132, ACCT knowledge and skill of the application of course material will further be enhanced 104 or 204. Must be a BBA student or have interpersonal communication for use in a through exposure to both manual and consent of the Donald School of Business. variety of settings. computerized methods using current Credit will not be granted for both BADM statistical computer software. MGMT 450-3 (BC=3) 204 and MGMT 220. Prerequisite: BUS 306 or BADM 111. (3-0) 15 weeks Must be a BBA student or have consent of Credit will not be granted for both BUS Leadership the Donald School of Business. 307 and MGMT 320. The course offers a balanced integration Must be a BBA student or have consent of of theory and practice of skills generally MGMT 310-3 (BC=3) the Donald School of Business. accepted as necessary to leaders of small (3-0-0) 15 weeks enterprises and other organizations. The Introduction to the Stock Market MGMT 410-3 (BC=3) course is designed to help guide This course focuses on key principles (3-0) 15 weeks individuals in developing specific personal of technical and fundamental analysis Global Business Environment management competencies. Topics include necessary to make successful investment Introduction to the field of international problem solving, decision-making, decisions. Examined are key factors business emphasizing: national economic, team building, initiating and managing which influence various financial markets. political and cultural differences; change, organization, and managing Students will participate in a group stock globalization; international institutions’ roles conflict. The assigned readings and practical market simulation by applying stock in facilitating international trade and exercises and assignments are designed to selection principles to construct a portfolio. trade agreements; international money help students foster an appreciation of the system; and current trends in international complexity of the issues and factors facing MGMT 315-3 (BC=3) business. Canada’s place within the global the organizational leadership process. This (3-0-0) 15 weeks economy and the challenges Canadian course will help to develop the leadership Advanced Corporate Finance business encounter conducting skills that are necessary in students’ personal This course is intended to consolidate international business. and professional roles students’ understanding of the theories and Must be BBA student or consent of the Prerequisite: BADM 281. Must be a BBA practices of effective financial decision Donald School of Business. student or have consent of the Donald making in a corporate environment, and to School of Business. assess the impact of these decisions on the MGMT 420-3 (BC=3) firm’s performance. Course coverage (3-0) 15 weeks MGMT 460-3 (BC=3) includes economic theory of the firm, Operations Management (3-0) 15 weeks advanced capital budgeting concepts, This course is a survey of the decision Change Management stakeholder conflicts, and mergers and processes in production and operations This course provides students with an acquisitions. management, and the relationship to understanding of how HR professionals Prerequisite: BADM 260 or BUS 310 other business areas. Topics covered effectively identify, guide, and implement (Recommended BUS 310) or consent of include forecasting, product and service changes within an organization. Topics the Donald School of Business. design, capacity planning, waiting line include: change agents, barriers to models, facility location and layout, process change, and employee communication selection, design of work systems, linear strategies during times of transition. optimization, quality inspection and Students will explore the concept of control, life cycle management, inventory coaching employees through transitions management, aggregate planning, material and effectively aligning change to an requirements planning, project operations organization’s strategic intent. management, and operations scheduling. Prerequisite: BADM 110. Must be a BBA Prerequisite: BUS 306 or BADM 111. Must student or have consent of the Donald be a BBA student or have consent of the School of Business. Donald School of Business.

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MGMT 470-3 (BC=3) MATH 213-3 (BC=5) (3-0) 15 weeks Mathematics (4-2) 15 weeks Corporate Social Responsibility Calculus II Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. This course deals with the interrelationship Integrals and areas: numerical methods Check Course Timetable for availability. of corporate social responsibility, corporate and the Fundamental Theorem of calculus. integrity, organizational culture, corporate Basic integration methods. Applications MATH 202-3 (BC=4) strategy and organizational management/ of integration to lengths, areas, volumes, (3-0-2) 15 weeks leadership. Topics covered may include: and other physical quantities. Advanced Introductory Calculus I fair-trade and globalization and other integration methods. Differential equations. Compute limits, derivatives and integrals converging and emerging ideas about the Infinite series and Taylor expansions. of a variety of single-variable functions. continuing evolution of CSR. Prerequisites: MATH 212. Interpret the theoretical meaning of these Prerequisite: BUS 303 or MGMT 450. Must Note: Designed for Engineering students. tools and their use in applications. be a BBA student or have consent of the Intended for students without prior Donald School of Business. MATH 221-3 (BC=3) calculus experience. (3-0) 15 weeks Prerequisite: MATH 30-1. MGMT 490-3 (BC=3) Linear Algebra I Anti-requisite: MATH 203. (3-0) 15 weeks Explore higher dimensional geometric Strategic Management spaces using vectors, matrices and MATH 203-3 (BC=3) This capstone course develops the transformations. (3-0-0) 15 weeks conceptual and applied skills associated Prerequisite: Math 30-1. Calculus I with analyzing a competitive situation Compute limits, derivatives and integrals from a general management point of MATH 223-3 (BC=3) of a variety of single-variable functions. view. It addresses issues affecting the (3-0-1) 15 weeks Interpret the theoretical meaning of these fundamental direction of the firm, considers Applied Linear Algebra tools and their use in applications. Intended the formulation and implementation of Vectors and matrices. Solution of linear for students with prior calculus experience. strategy, focuses on the extent to which equations. Equations of lines and planes. Prerequisite: MATH 31. different aspects of the firm fit with key Vector spaces and bases. Determinants. Anit-requisite: MATH 202. environmental forces, and discusses Matrix algebra. Orthogonality and the organization’s ability to leverage its applications (least squares, Gram-Schmidt). MATH 204-3 (BC=3) unique core competencies. The course Eigenvalues and eigenvectors and (3-1-0) 15 weeks views the organization holistically and, as applications. Calculus II such, goes beyond the mere integration of Prerequisite: Math 212. Demonstrate use of advanced methods specific organizational functions. Note: Designed for Engineering Students. of differentiation and integration, and Prerequisite: BUS 303 or MGMT 450, implement these methods to solve basic BADM 132, BADM 281, ACCT 104 or ACCT MATH 260-3 (BC=3) types of ordinary differential equations. 204, BADM 260 or BUS 310. (3-0) 15 weeks Prerequisite: MATH 202 or 203. Prerequisite or Corequisite: MGMT 420. Higher Arithmetic Anit-requisite: MATH 213. Must be a BBA student or have consent of Critical thinking & problem solving. Tools for the Donald School of Business. problem solving. Numeration systems, system MATH 212-3 (BC=4) of integers and elementary number theory, (3-2) 15 weeks modulo mathematics. Rational numbers, ratio Calculus I and proportion. Introduction to statistics. Review of functions and analytic geometry. Prerequisite: Math 30-1 or Math 30-2 or Trigonometric, logarithmic, exponential consent of the Department. and hyperbolic functions. Inverse functions. Note: This course is restricted to Elementary Limits and continuity. Derivatives and their Education students. interpretation. Methods of differentiation and applications. Parametric and polar coordinates and functions. Prerequisite: Math 30-1 and 31. Note: Designed for Engineering students.

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measurement methods. MET 210-2 (BC=2) Mechanical Prerequisite: MET 103, GET 129. (2-0-0) 15 weeks Engineering Corequisite: MET 120. Building Systems Design building systems such as Heating, Technology MET 140-3 (BC=3) Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC), (2-0-2) 15 weeks fire protection, and piping/plumbing. Learn Note: MET courses are open to Engineering 3D CAD how to calculate thermal loads. Develop Technology students only. Develop 3D parametric solid modelling skills needed to interpret building system of parts and assemblies. Generate linked drawings, specifications and codes. MET 102-2 (BC=2) drawings for parts and assemblies with Prerequisite: MET 155, MET 130. (2-0-2/2) 15 weeks required details and information. Includes Fabrication overview of geometric dimensioning and MET 220-3 (BC=3) Discuss basic fundamentals of different tolerancing for manufacturing applications. (3-0-0) 15 weeks fabrications, different types of welding Prerequisite: GET 106. Strength of Materials methods. Describe fundamentals of casting Discuss the basic concepts of strength of procedure and differences between MET 150-3 (BC=4) materials as well as stress and strain due permanent and expandable mold castings. (3-0-3) 15 weeks to various loadings including mechanical processes. Manufacturing and thermal loadings. Analyze mechanical Describe the capabilities and limitations system members to assess normal and MET 103-3 (BC=3) of material removal, and shaping shear stresses. (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks manufacturing processes. Operate Prerequisiste: MET 120, GET 130. Technology Physics machining equipment, identify Practice multi-dimensional engineering manufacturing processes of non-metallic MET 224-3 (BC=4) problems in kinematics, Newton’s laws, products such as polymers and composites. (3-0-3/2) 15 weeks circular motion, torque, electromagnetic Prerequisite: MET 102, MET 125. Reliability and Failure Analysis and mechanical waves, conservation laws Examine tools needed to perform statistical and steady state linear circuits. MET 155-3 (BC=4) reliability analysis. Perform an engineering (3-0-0) 15 Weeks investigation to assess potential sources, MET 120-3 (BC=3) Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer causes and solutions for failure prevention (3-0-0) 15 weeks Employ the 1st and 2nd laws of and analysis. Employ different failure criteria Statics thermodynamics. Discuss energy balance of to prevent overloading of mechanical Identify concepts of loads and moments. thermodynamic cycles: Refrigeration Cycles, systems. Compare different tools to perform Establish free body diagrams, analyze Heat Pumps, and Heat Engines. Discuss non-destructive testing. forces and moments applied on machines effect of different heat transfer mechanisms: Prerequisite: GET 130, MET 220. and calculate moment of inertia, Conduction, Convection, and Radiation. distributed loads. Prerequisite: GET 129, MET 103. MET 230-2 (BC=2) Prerequisite: GET 129. (2-0-3/2) 15 weeks MET 205-3 (BC=3) Robotics MET 125-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks Engineering design and analysis of robot (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks Dynamics arm and manipulators: select actuators, Materials Science Discuss mechanical principles of motion define safety requirements, construct Gain an understanding of the effects of and forces of dynamic systems. Analyze coordinates system for links, perform physical and chemical influences on the the kinematics and kinetics of objects in forward and inverse kinematics, construct properties of solid materials. Study and translation, in addition to conservation of Jacobean to calculate singularities and investigate mechanical, thermal, electrical energy principles and applications. program robots to perform tasks. and magnetic behaviors. Destructive and Prerequisites: GET 129, GET 103, MET 120. Prerequisites: MET 103, GET 130. nondestructive testing will be covered in Corequisite: MET 205. detail. MET 208-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks MET 235-3 (BC=3) MET 130-2 (BC=2) Mechanical Design (3-0-3/2) 15 weeks (2-0-2/2) 15 weeks Design of machine components such Computer Integrated Manufacturing Fluid Mechanics as gears, bearings, bolts and screws for Explore production and manufacturing Practice fluid statics, manometry laws, strength requirements in consideration of systems, materials handling systems, buoyancy, forces on gates as well as various manufacturing methods. economics of production, production Bernoulli’s equation, Reynolds number, Prerequisite: MET 205, MET 220. layout, group technology, flexible laminar and turbulent flows, energy loss manufacturing. Test and simulate an and pump selection, and flow and pressure assembly line using a miniature production system. Prerequisite: MET 230, MET 260. rdc.ab.ca 57 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

MET 240-3 (BC=4) MSPC 205-3 (BC=3) (2-0-3/2) 15 weeks Media Studies (3-0-0) 15 weeks CNC Manufacturing and Professional Document Design and Editing Describe Computer Numerical Control Theory and practice of the creation of (CNC) machining processes and Communication effective documents in workplace settings. programming. Select suitable machine Examine the principles of effective tools, set up correct parameters, understand MSPC 105-3 (BC=3) document design and the techniques of machine process critical path, and carry out (3-0-0) 15 weeks editing written communication as well simulations and processes on industrial Interpersonal and Group as the impact of document design on CNC machines. Communication audience perception of messages and Prerequisite: MET 150. Theory and practice of communicating organizations. with other people in interpersonal and MET 258-3 (BC=3) group situations, with an emphasis on MSPC 210-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks professional settings. Topics include (3-0-0) 15 weeks Capstone Project perception, listening, language, nonverbal Marketing and Branding Research and compile a technical report on communication, and group dynamics. Introduction to basic marketing a technical problem. Demonstrate project communications and branding principles. management skill set for a Mechanical MSPC 110-2 (BC=2) Examine the integration of marketing Engineering Technology graduate. (2-0-0) 15 weeks practices in organizations and the strategies Prerequisite: Term three course Visual Design Principles used to develop, maintain and change an completion or consent of Associate Dean. Introduction to the basic principles of organization’s brand identity. visual design, including elements such as MET 260-2 (BC=2) balance, proportion, colour, and positioning MSPC 215-3 (BC=3) (2-0-3/2) 15 weeks of images and text. Evaluate visual designs (3-0-0) 15 weeks Manufacturing Automation for their impact on audiences and receive Introduction to Project Management Install, configure, program, and interface basic instruction in the construction of Overview of the process of project a variety of hardware and software in images and designs using industry standard management. Topics will include the a manufacturing environment. Use software. various factors involved in managing Human Machine Interfaces to link with projects, including personnel, technology, and finances, as well as the Programmable Logic Controllers and other MSPC 115-1 (BC=2) (1-0-1) 15 weeks communications strategies needed to devices to monitor and control equipment support these projects. An introduction to Basic Photography and processes. event planning will also be included. Prerequisite: MET 103. Introduction to digital photography to support an organization’s communications Corequisite: GET 206. MSPC 220-3 (BC=3) goals. Students will learn the basic (3-0-0) 15 weeks composition elements of photographs MET 265-2 (BC=3) Issues in Communications Studies: and will practice selecting, producing (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks Politics, Economics, Culture and and editing photographs for use in Hydraulics and Pneumatics Organizations organizational communication, such as Examine the concepts, design, and An in-depth examination of the social media, websites, and print materials. applications of hydraulic and pneumatic impact of politics, economics, culture, fluid power systems. Simulation of fluids and organizational structure on MSPC 120-3 (BC=3) circuits will be explored. communications messages including the (3-0-0) 15 weeks Prerequisite: MET 130, MET 155. preparation of a communications plan for Online Communication and Social Media an organization that integrates all of these Theoretical and practical introduction issues. to online communication and social media in the context of organizational MSPC 225-3 (BC=3) communication. Examine the features (3-0-0) 15 weeks of current online and social media Entrepreneurship and Professionalism tools, as well as the integration of social Overview of key strategies enabling media campaigns in organizations’ students to find meaningful work in communications plans. the field and creating entrepreneurial opportunities. Examine the importance of professionalism in organizational communication and practice presenting in person and in writing, for employment or securing other professional opportunities. Focus will be identifying opportunities and resources for contract work.

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MSPC 230-3 (BC=3) MLA 119-5 (BC=5) MPA 304-3 (BC=3) (0-0-3) 135 hours (3-0-2) 20 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Practicum Experience Specimen Collection, Handling and Screenwriting Techniques Experience in assisting with an organization’s Quality Lab Processes Provides a practical introduction to communications activities, developing skills Examine the suitability, collection, handling appropriate formats and techniques for and knowledge that apply and expand on and transportation of lab specimens in both screenwriting, and includes narrative the concepts learned throughout the Media theoretical and practical contexts. Principles forms and structure, character and story Studies and Professional Communication of quality management systems and their throughlines. Students will apply their diploma program. methods are introduced. knowledge and skills to short screenwriting Prerequisite: Successful completion of projects. minimum of three terms of course work MLA 121-5 (BC=5) in MSPC program or permission of (3-0-2) 20 weeks MPA 305-3 (BC=3) Associate Dean. General Lab Procedures and Urinalysis (3-0) 15 weeks Perform basic laboratory procedures, Motion Picture Directing examine urine and its constituents using Director’s responsibilities, strategies, both macroscopic and microscopic and skills including technical aspects techniques. of production and analysis of scripts. Medical Lab Assistant Knowledge and skills will be used to direct performers and crew in scene work. MLA 104-1 (BC=1) (3-0-0) 6 weeks MPA 311-3 (BC=3) Medical Terminology Motion Picture Arts (3-0) 15 weeks Guide the student through the proper use Motion Picture Technology and interpretation of medical terminology, MPA 301-3 (BC=3) Knowledge and maintenance and abbreviations, and symbols commonly (3-0) 15 weeks operational skills in production and post. used in the health care system. Motion Picture Fundamentals I production technologies such as analog Development of knowledge of all aspects and digital imaging systems, film/video MLA 105-1 (BC=1) of live action motion picture production. transfer systems, compositing, etc. Explore (3-0-0) 5 weeks Includes development of basic competence emerging production technologies such as Infection Control and Safety in production, direction and motion control. Explore how microorganisms are communication. Prerequisite: MPA 315. transmitted, and apply routine practices and standard precautions to protect against MPA 302-3 (BC=3) MPA 312-3 (BC=3) transmission or exposure to disease. (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Motion Picture Fundamentals II Audition Techniques MLA 115-8 (BC=8) Further development of knowledge in Emphasis is on the knowledge, strategies, (40 lab, 240 Practicum) aspects of live action motion picture and skills needed for professional auditions. Clinical Practicum production. Students will develop a professional Acquire practical experience within acute resume, photograph, and industry standard care facilities and collection sites to obtain MPA 303-3 (BC=3) reels/ tapes/DVD. MLA competencies set by the Canadian (3-0) 15 weeks Prerequisite: MPA 317. Society of Medical Laboratory Science Motion Picture Business/Career Path (CSMLS). Clinical simulation labs will be An examination of film financing, MPA 315-4 (BC=4) completed prior to practicum start. budgeting, scheduling and distribution. (3-3) 15 weeks Prerequisites: a minimum GPA of 2.0 in Included is entertainment law and the Motion Picture Production I each of: INTP 102, INTP 104, MLA 104, societal and political context of the Skill development in cinematography, MLA 105, MLA 117, MLA 119, and Canadian film industry. Students will camera operation, lighting, editing, sound, MLA 121. establish contacts with appropriate unions, and production management. Flexibility agents and develop self-promotional and learning skills needed to acquire MLA 117-5 (BC=5) strategies. specialized expertise is emphasized. (3-0-2) 20 weeks Professional Practice and Medical Lab MPA 316-4 (BC=4) Testing (3-3) 15 weeks Theoretical aspects and practical Motion Picture Production II experiences of performing Further development in cinematography, electrocardiograms and basic laboratory camera operation, lighting, editing, sound procedures. An introduction of professional and production management. practice encompassing scope of practice, Prerequsitie: MPA 315. accountability, regulation, and certification as it pertains to the laboratory profession. rdc.ab.ca 59 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

MPA 317-4 (BC=4) MPA 404-15 (BC=10) MUSE 201, 202, 301, 302, 351, 352 (3-3) 15 weeks (0-35) 15 weeks Symphonic Winds* I, II, III, IV, V, VI Motion Picture Acting I Applied Motion Picture Practicum II A concert band that rehearses and performs Knowledge of terminology, set etiquette, The second term of a two-term mentored wind literature representing traditional and set directions and the roles and functions practicum. This involves: 1) The production contemporary styles, with priority given to of other film personnel. Opportunities to of a substantial motion picture project important European and North American practice performance on camera using (including concept, production, stylistic periods. Emphasis is placed on effective vocal and physical character traits. postproduction, marketing and promotion) learning musicianship through the stylistic Emphasis is on developing a confident with access to College equipment and diversity of selected repertoire. The choice poise for on camera and audio recording. facilities; and/or 2) work experience in the of repertoire will also consider the literature motion picture industry, with a combination available to future educators in the MPA 318-4 (BC=4) of paid work, auditions, workshops, etc. secondary school setting. (3-3) 15 weeks accumulated under the guidance of Note: Not eligible for challenge. Motion Picture Acting II MPA staff. Emphasis is on advancing knowledge Prerequisite: MPA 403. MUSE 203, 204, 303, 304, 353, 354 and skills developed in Film Acting I in Concert Choir* I, II, III, IV, V, VI order to believably perform scenes of Please refer to Degree Completion A wide range of quality traditional and emotional intensity. Performance skills for Program Section for Year 4 of the Bachelor contemporary choral music is performed various motion picture media and specific of Applied Motion Picture Arts Degree. in a mixed choir of approximately 40 genre requirements will be developed. members. The integration of personal Prerequisite: MPA 317. musical development with the principles of group work and the development of blend MPA 320-4 (BC=4) are important aspects of the course. (0-12) 15 weeks Music Note: Not eligible for challenge. Motion Picture Projects I Application of knowledge and skills to Note: Not all courses listed are offered MUSE 205, 206, 305, 306, 355, 356 initiate, develop and produce media every semester or every year. Check Jazz Ensemble* I, II, III, IV, V, VI projects from concept to completion. Team Course Timetable for availability. A jazz band that rehearses and performs skills, integrity, self-confidence, initiative, music characteristic of the big band era and professionalism are integral to success. Performance Ensembles (BC=2) as well as literature of the modern day (2 cr/semester) jazz ensemble. Students will explore the MPA 321-4 (BC=4) (0-3) 15 weeks various styles within this genre and develop (0-12) 15 weeks The study and performance of standard improvisational skills required for this idiom. Motion Picture Projects II and current literature appropriate to the Note: Not eligible for challenge. Further application of knowledge and skills specific vocal or instrumental ensemble. to develop media projects from concept Membership is limited and is by audition. MUSE 207, 208, 307, 308, 357, 358 to completion. Team skills, integrity, self- Scheduled public performances are Jazz Choir* I, II, III, IV, V, VI confidence, initiative and professionalism generally a part of each ensemble This vocal ensemble will help you learn how are integral to success. experience. All ensembles are offered on a to perform Jazz, Swing and Popular music in Prerequisite: MPA 320. corequisite basis only, eg. students must be the style appropriate to each. registered in the same ensemble sequence MPA 403-15 (BC=10) for both Fall and Winter semesters (eg. 201 MUSE 209, 210, 309, 310, 359, 360 (0-35) 15 weeks Fall/202 Winter), unless special permission Orchestra* I, II, III, IV, V, VI Applied Motion Picture Practicum I is granted by the Department. The first Selected woodwind, brass, string, and The first term of a two-term mentored semester is normally prerequisite to the percussion students who are playing at practicum. This involves: 1) The production second. advanced levels may arrange an audition of a substantial motion picture project Note: All ensembles are open (by audition) with the conductor of the Red Deer (including concept, production, to students from all departments in the Symphony Orchestra. This is a professional postproduction, marketing and promotion) college. orchestra which draws players from across * with access to College equipment and Note: Check the Alberta Transfer Guide the province. facilities; and/or 2) work experience in the for specific transfer information for MUSE Note: Not eligible for challenge. * motion picture industry, with a combination courses marked with an asterisk . of paid work, auditions, workshops, etc. accumulated under the guidance of MPA staff. Prerequisite: Completion of 3rd year of the MPA program.

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MUSE 211, 212, 311, 312, 361, 362 MUSE 221, 222, 321, 322, 371, 372 MUSI 203-3 (BC=3) Jazz Combo* I, II, III, IV, V, VI Percussion Ensemble* I, II, III, IV, V, VI (3-0) 15 weeks Students work together in small groups Rehearsal and performance of percussion Computer Music Technology to create arrangements of both old and ensemble literature that will be arranged for Practical techniques, theory and new jazz tunes. Weekly coaching sessions various combinations of the following applications for computer-based multitrack introduce various ideas and exercises to instruments: marimba, xylophone, MIDI sequencing and multitrack digital enhance both improvisational ability and an vibraphone, drum set, congas, snare drum, audio, synthesizers, samplers, sound design, understanding of jazz as a specific style. timpani, etc. special effects processing, and computer Note: Not eligible for challenge. Prerequisite: Audition. music notation and printing. Survey of Note: Not eligible for challenge. applications for live music and theatre MUSE 213, 214, 313, 314, 363, 364 performances, as well as music, video and Contemporary Styles I, II, III, IV, V, VI MUSI 194-3 (BC=3) film studios. Bands are formed within the class and are (3-0) 15 weeks Note: This course is for music students as used as structured lab settings to explore Introductory Music Theory I well as musicians who are not in the music the fundamental elements of important For students with little or no formal music diploma program. Department consent is styles such as rock and roll, country, Latin, theory background who have interest in required. and alternative. understanding the rudiments of music Note: Not eligible for challenge. notation or who are preparing to enter MUSI 210-6 (BC=6) the Music Diploma program. Designed to (3-1) 30 weeks MUSE 215, 216, 315, 316, 365, 366 give students a basic working knowledge Fundamentals of Music and Method in Chamber Winds I, II, III, IV, V, VI of music reading through the study of Education for Non-Music Majors Small group study of literature for pitch and rhythm notation, scales, key and A dynamic and practical introduction wind ensembles. Depending upon the time signatures, intervals, and relevant to music teaching techniques and instrumentation, repertoire may incorporate terminology. fundamentals for the student interested combinations of brass and woodwinds in teaching elementary or middle-school ranging from duo to octet. Performance MUSI 195-2 (BC=2) aged children. Taught as a survey course opportunities for various ensembles are (2-0) 15 weeks and includes introductory keyboard, guitar available in the acoustic noon recitals and Introductory Aural Skills I and various other instruments. Former other performances both on and off campus. For students with little or no formal experience in music is not required. Note: Not eligible for challenge. aural skills training who have interest in improving their musicianship or who are MUSI 213-3 (BC=3) MUSE 217, 218, 317, 318, 367, 368 preparing to enter the Music Diploma (3-1) 15 weeks Chamber Choir I, II, III, IV, V, VI program. Emphasis will be placed on the Fundamentals of Music and Method in This ensemble is geared towards the identification by ear and sight of melodies, Education I experienced singer and will explore rhythms and harmonies. Music dictation A dynamic and practical introduction advanced choral literature in both and elementary sight-singing will be an to music teaching techniques and traditional and contemporary genres. integral aspect of the course. fundamentals for the student interested Enrolment is limited to approximately 16.24 in teaching elementary or middle-school members. Specific goals include gaining MUSI 196-3 (BC=3) aged children. Topics include music experience performing choral music in (3-0) 15 weeks theory, music appreciation and singing as front of a live audience, building a varied Introductory Music Theory II well as an introduction to the keyboard repertoire of music, and learning the Skills and knowledge gained in MUSI 194 and recorder. Correlates with the Alberta principles of group work and integrating will form the basis for more extensive Learning Curriculum. Former experience in these principles with individual skills. work in music reading, chord building, and music is not required. Note: Not eligible for challenge. cadence construction. Corequisite: MUSI 213 lab. Prerequisite: MUSI 194 or consent of MUSE 219, 220, 319, 320, 369, 370 Department Chair. MUSI 214 (BC=3) Chamber Ensemble* I, II, III, IV, V, VI (3-1) 15 weeks The focus is on the rehearsal and MUSI 197-2 (BC=2) Fundamentals of Music and Method in performance of acoustic, classical music (2-0) 15 weeks Education II for small groups of two to four players or Introductory Aural Skills II A continuation of MUSI 213 with an added singers. The makeup of the ensemble or Skills and knowledge gained in MUSI 195 emphasis on lesson planning and music ensembles will vary depending on the will form the basis for more extensive work teaching philosophy and techniques interests and skills of those enrolled. in melodic and harmonic dictation, interval including Orff and Kodaly methods. Note: Not eligible for challenge. recognition and sight-singing. Includes an introduction to the guitar and Prerequisite: MUSI 195 or consent of other classroom instruments. Department Chair. Corequisite: MUSI 214 lab. Prerequisite: MUSI 213.

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MUSI 233-3 (BC=3) MUSI 259-3 (BC=3) MUSI 303-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Introduction to Music History Comprehensive Aural and Keyboard History of Popular Music A survey of Western Music from Antiquity Skills I A survey of the history and evolution of through the 20th Century. Through lecture, The aural study of music theory concepts popular music. Topics will include the listening, and basic score examination, covered in MUSI 257 using sight-singing, history of jazz, the roots of rock and roll, the students will explore the traditions and dictation, and keyboard harmony. British Invasion, Latin influences, techno, practices that have culminated in both the Prerequisite: Successful completion of the pop music, and urban trends. art music and popular music idioms which Theory Placement Exam or equivalent. exist today. MUSI 304-3 (BC=3) MUSI 260-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks MUSI 241-2 (BC=2) (3-0) 15 weeks History of Medieval, Renaissance and (2-0) 15 weeks Comprehensive Aural and Keyboard Baroque Music Basic Piano I Skills II A performance-lecture survey of the styles, Piano technique, scales, and keyboard The aural study of music theory concepts composers, and performers of the Medieval, harmony. Emphasis is on developing a covered in MUSI 258 using sight-singing, Renaissance and Baroque periods of repertoire of easy to moderate piano pieces dictation, and keyboard harmony. music history. to enhance the keyboard as a useable Prerequisite: MUSI 257 and 259. Note: Skill in music reading is an asset. musical tool. Prerequisite or Corequisite: MUSI 258. Prerequisite: Ability to read music and a MUSI 321-5 (BC=5) basic skill in voice or an instrument other MUSI 280-3 (BC=3) (4-3) 15 weeks than the piano. (3-1) 15 weeks Music Business: Career and Products Recording Studio Technology I A study of the business of music as it MUSI 242-2 (BC=2) An introduction to the recording studio pertains to music products and the retail (2-0) 15 weeks and to basic recording engineering on a industry, with emphasis on product Basic Piano II digital audio workstation. Mixing theory, areas, marketing and sales. Throughout Skills acquired in MUSI 241 will be refined equipment theory and operation, and the practicum portion, the students will and expanded. Particular emphasis will be actual performance toward a finished participate in “hands-on” approaches to placed on keyboard fluency, fingering, and recording. a variety of marketing and production music reading. Prerequisite: Enrolment in Music Diploma situations. Students will be expected to Prerequisite: MUSI 241 or consent of the or consent of the Department. complete a minimum of 45 practicum Department Chair. hours (20 hours must be in the area of retail MUSI 282-3 (BC=3) music in order to attend the NAMM Show MUSI 257-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks in January). (3-0) 15 weeks Recording Studio Technology II Prerequisite: 2nd year Music Diploma Comprehensive Music Theory I MUSI 280 continued. The study of advanced student or consent of the Department. Music rudiments review (scales, intervals, micing and recording techniques, computer chords, rhythms), non-harmonic tones, audio editing and refinement of skills MUSI 322-5 (BC=5) cadences, introduction to harmonic towards additional projects. (4-3) 15 weeks progression and voice-leading principles, Prerequisite: MUSI 280. Music Business: Performance and melodic construction. A study of the business of music as it Prerequisite: Successful completion of the MUSI 301-3 (BC=3) pertains to the performing musician, Theory Placement Exam or equivalent. (3-0) 15 weeks with emphasis on booking, touring, and History of Classical and Romantic Music the recording industry. Throughout the MUSI 258-3 (BC=3) A performance-lecture survey of the styles, practicum portion, the students will (3-0) 15 weeks composers, and performers of the Classical participate in “hands-on” approaches to Comprehensive Music Theory II and Romantic periods of music history. a variety of marketing and production Harmonic analysis, harmonic progression, Note: Skill in music reading is an asset. situations. Students will be expected to and four-part writing techniques for complete a minimum of 45 practicum diatonic chords, seventh chords, secondary MUSI 302-3 (BC=3) hours (20 hours must be in the area of dominant chords, leading-tone chords, (3-0) 15 weeks performance, booking, and/or tours. and modulation; binary and ternary History of Post-Romantic and 20th Prerequisite: Music Diploma student or musical forms. Century Music consent of the Music Department. Prerequisite: MUSI 257. A performance-lecture survey of the styles, composers, and performers of the post- Romantic and 20th century periods of music history. Note: Skill in music reading is an asset.

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MUSI 346-3 (BC=3) MUSI 358-3 (BC=3) MUSI 401-2 (BC=2) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks (2-0) 15 weeks Comprehensive Music Theory III Contemporary Theory IV Graduation Recital Review of harmonic progression and MUSI 357 continued (fourth term theory). A public recital/concert of at least thirty voice-leading principles employed in the Prerequisite: MUSI 357. minutes in length. The program should 17th and 18th centuries; harmonic analysis, consist of material studied during the harmonic progression, and four-part MUSI 359-3 (BC=3) student’s time as a Music Diploma student. writing techniques for 19th century music (0-3) 15 weeks A combination of solo and ensemble including borrowed chords, Neapolitan Contemporary Aural Skills III material is acceptable as approriate to the 6th chords, augmented 6th chords, and Third term aural study of materials in MUSI student’s major instrument of study and modulation techniques; analysis of major 357. upon approval of the student’s instructor. musical forms (sonata, rondo, and theme Prerequisite: MUSI 250 and 251; or Corequisite: MUSP 460. and variations). MUSI 258 and 260. Prerequisite: MUSI 258. Prerequisite or Corequisite: MUSI 357. MUSP 145-3 (BC=3) (1-0) 15 weeks MUSI 347-3 (BC=3) MUSI 360-3 (BC=3) Principal Instrument Study I (3-0) 15 weeks (0-3) 15 weeks Fifty-five minute weekly private lessons Comprehensive Music Theory IV Contemporary Aural Skills IV in a principal musical instrument or Analysis and part writing techniques Fourth term aural study of materials in voice. Emphasis is on technique, style, incorporating extended and chromatic MUSI 358. musicianship, and interpretation, and on harmonies from the 19th and 20th centuries Prerequisite: MUSI 357 and 359. developing repertoire and performance (9th, 11th, and 13th chords, altered Prerequisite or Corequisite: MUSI 358. experience. dominants, chromatic mediants, coloristic Prerequisite: Open to Music Diploma chords, quartal chords, polychords), MUSI 361-3 (BC=3) students by successful performance and serialism. (3-0) 15 weeks audition. Prerequisite: MUSI 346. Composition I Note: Not eligible for challenge. Development of basic composition skills. MUSI 348-3 (BC=3) Principles of orchestra, band, choral, and MUSP 245-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks popular instrument writing. Concepts and (1-0) 15 weeks Comprehensive Aural and Keyboard practices of MIDI workstation and computer Principal Instrument Study II Skills III assisted composition. MUSP 145 continued. The aural study of music theory concepts Prerequisite: B or better in MUSI 258 Prerequisite: MUSP 145. covered in MUSI 346 using sight-singing, and 260. Note: Not eligible for challenge. dictation, and keyboard harmony. Note: Not eligible for challenge. Prerequisite: MUSI 258 & 260. MUSP 360-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite or Corequisite: MUSI 346. MUSI 362-3 (BC=3) (1-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Principal Instrument Study III MUSI 349-3 (BC=3) Composition II MUSP 245 continued . (3-0) 15 weeks Second term study of the MUSI 361 course. Prerequisite: MUSP 245. Comprehensive Aural and Keyboard Emphasis is on extended compositions and Note: Not eligible for challenge. Skills IV workstation/computer use. The aural study of music theory concepts Prerequisite: MUSI 361. MUSP 460-3 (BC=3) covered in MUSI 347 using sight-singing, (1-0) 15 weeks dictation, and keyboard harmony. MUSI 400-3 (BC=3) Principal Instrument Study IV Prerequisite: MUSI 346 and 348. (120 hours) Includes 10 hours lecture MUSP 360 continued. Prerequisite or Corequisite: MUSI 347. Merchandising Practicum II Prerequisite: MUSP 360. The student will be required to intern in Note: Not eligible for challenge. MUSI 357-3 (BC=3) a particular area of the Music Industry as (3-0) 15 weeks it pertains to their individual career focus. MUSS 145-2 (BC=2) Contemporary Theory III Examples of placements may include (1-0) 15 weeks MUSI 257/258 continued. Third term such things as touring, sales, or private Secondary Instrument Study theory. This course is practical in content, studio teaching. Possible options must be Forty-five minute weekly private lessons scope, and approach. It is meant to approved by the Merchandising instructor in instrument or voice. Emphasis is on assist the ‘working’ musician in applying well in advance of the proposed placement. technique and musicianship. May be fundamentals. Prerequisite: MUSI 322 or consent of the repeated for credit. Prerequisite: MUSI 250 or 258. Department. Note: MUSS private lessons are open Note: This course will be evaluated using a (by audition) to students from all credit/no-credit grading system. departments in the college. Note: Not eligible for challenge. rdc.ab.ca 63 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

NURS 208-4 (BC=5) NURS 215-3 (BC=3) Nursing (2-1-3) 15 clinic hrs total/ 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Health Assessment and Nursing Process Anatomy (Open to Nursing students only.) The focus is on the health assessment of A survey of the structure of the human the adult, and expected health assessment body. NURS 206-4 (BC=5) findings throughout the lifespan. The Note: A minimum grade of C+ is required (2-0.4-2) 6 clinic hrs total/ 15 weeks course provides a beginning foundation to receive credit in the Bachelor of Science Foundations for Success in Nursing of the nursing process as framework for Nursing program. The course develops an understanding developing assessment skills and use of self as a learner in a health professions of clinical technologies necessary for NURS 217-3 (BC=3) context. It explores the foundations of determining client health status and (3-0-0) 15 weeks professional nursing, relational practice provision of care. Foundations of Nursing II and therapeutic communication. The Prerequisites: NURS 236, NURS 215, The focus is on evidence-informed course promotes reflection on personal NURS 230 and NURS 206. assessment and management of perspectives and experiences to Corequisities: NURS 207. health challenges in both episodic an understand one’s own attitudes, beliefs, and Note: A minimum grade of C+ is required chronic illness. values. It fosters resilience and explores to receive credit in the Bachelor of Science Note: Credit may be obtained for only one strategies for self-management and growth. Nursing program. of NURS 239 or NURS 217. Prerequisites: None Prerequisite: NURS 236, NURS 231, NURS Corequisities: NURS 236, NURS 215, NURS 209-3 (BC=3) 207, NURS 208. Corequisite: NURS 250, NURS 230. (3-0-0) 15 weeks NURS 251 Note: A minimum grade of C+ is required Innovation, Systems Thinking & to receive credit in the Bachelor of Science Leadership in Healthcare NURS 230-3 (BC=3) Nursing program. An introduction to the concepts of (3-0) 15 weeks innovation, health technology, systems Human Physiology and Pathophysiology I NURS 207-3 (BC=3) thinking and relational leadership in a Underlying concepts with a focus (3-0-0) 15 weeks healthcare context. The course develops on the body systems responsible Foundations of Nursing I the knowledge, skills and values that for communication and control of The course explores the meanings of health foster personal capacity for innovation and body functions. Selected topics in and healing. It highlights the diversity of relational leadership. pathophysiology related to these systems. beliefs, values, and perceptions of health. Prerequisites: NURS 206 Corequisite: NURS 215. The course introduces the Canadian Health Corequisities: None Note: A minimum grade of C+ is required Care System,conceptual frameworks of Note: A minimum final grade of C is to receive credit in the Bachelor of Science health promotion, determinants of health, required to receive credit in the Bachelor Nursing program. disease and injury prevention, and primary of Science Nursing program. health care. The focus is on the nurse/client NURS 231-3 (BC=3) relationship in a relational practice context. NURS 211-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks Prerequisites: NURS 236, NURS 215, (3-0-0) 15 weeks Human Physiology and Pathophysiology II NURS 230 and NURS 206. Community Engagement in a Human Physiology with a focus on Corequisites: NURS 208. Healthcare Context systems responsible for body maintenance Note: A minimum grade of C+ is required An interdisciplinary introduction to and regulation. Selected topics in to receive credit in the Bachelor of Science community and civic engagement for pathophysiology related to these systems. Nursing program. students in health disciplines. Concepts of Prerequisite: NURS 206, NURS 215 and social justice, community engagement and NURS 230. health equity are explored in the contexts Note: A minimum grade of C+ is required of vulnerable populations and current to receive credit in the Bachelor of Science healthcare trends and issues. Nursing program. Prerequisites: None Corequisities: None NURS 236-3 (BC=3) Note: A minimum final grade of C is (3-0) 15 weeks required to receive credit in the Bachelor Medical Microbiology of Science Nursing program. Medical microbiology concepts for nursing students. Basic information on the identification of micro-organisms and their control, as well as disease principles, epidemiology, and the immune system with consideration to the health care perspective. Note: A minimum grade of C+ is required to receive credit in the Bachelor of Science Nursing program. 64 rdc.ab.ca COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

NURS 237-3 (BC=3) NURS 252-3 (BC=3) NURS 304-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Foundations of Nursing III Pharmacology II Statistics and Knowledge Management The focus on evidence-informed assessment The course explores selected episodic and An introduction to reading, understanding and management of health challenges in chronic health alterations and the related and interpreting commonly used statistics in both episodic and chronic illness. Aligns with pharmacological concepts. The focus is published health services research. Provides concepts from NURS 252 and NURS 253 with on applying foundational knowledge of a hands on approach to understanding intentional clinical learning activities. pathophysiology and pharmacology to measurement, sampling, and common Note: Credit may be obtained for only one evidence-informed nursing practice. statistical analysis techniques through of NURS 351 or NURS 237. Note: Available only to students in the critical appraisal of results from published Prerequisite: NURS 250, NURS 217 and BScN program. Credit may be obtained health care studies and statistical analysis NURS 251. for only one of NURS 308 or NURS 251 and techniques commonly used in health Corequisite: NURS 252, NURS 253. NURS 252. care research. It introduces the concept of Prerequisite: NURS 251. information literacy regarding statistical NURS 250-6 (BC=6) Corequisite: NURS 237 and NURS 253. techniques used to interpret health data in (1-16-3) 15 weeks meaningful ways. 208 clinical hours NURS 253-6 (BC=6) Introductory Acute Care Nursing Practice I (1-16-3) 15 weeks NURS 305-3 (BC=3) This practicum in acute care settings 208 Clinical hours (2-2) 15 weeks develops beginning knowledge, skills, and Introductory Acute Care Nursing Practice II Nursing Transition abilities to provide safe ethical patient care This practicum in acute care settings further Develop skills and knowledge with an for adults with episodic and chronic health develops knowledge, skills, and abilities to emphasis on critical inquiry and Registered challenges. Intentional clinical learning provide safe ethical patient care for adults Nurse scope or practice for the transition into activities integrate evidence-informed with episodic and chronic health challenges. Year 3 of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing knowledge from NURS 217 and NURS Intentional clinical learning activities Program. 251. The focus is on assessment, clinical integrate evidence-informed knowledge reasoning, care planning and documentation from NURS 237 and NURS 252. NURS 353-6 (BC=4) in paper and digital formats. Note: Credit may be obtained for only one (2-3-0) 15 weeks Note: Credit may be obtained for only one of NURS 352 or NURS 253. Community Nursing Theory of NURS 240 or NURS 250. Prerequisite: NURS 217, NURS 250, and Focus is on the philosophical and theoretical Prerequisite: NURS 215, NURS 230, NURS 251. domains of nursing individuals, families NURS 231, NURS 236, NURS 207 and Corequisite: NURS 252 and NURS 237. and groups in the community across the NURS 208. lifespan. Students will also specifically Corequisite: NURS 217, NURS 251. NURS 301-3 (BC=3) explore theory related to the nursing care of (3-0-0) 15 weeks the child-bearing family. Community nursing NURS 251-3 (BC=3) Evidence Informed Nursing Practice management and intervention consistent (3-0-0) 15 weeks The course provides a hands on approach with the principles of primary health care will Pharmacology I to evidence-informed nursing practice. be explored and fostered. The course explores selected episodic and This includes formulating clinical questions, Prerequisite: NURS 241, NURS 242, chronic health alterations and the related systematic searching of electronic NURS 351, NURS 352. pharmacological concepts. The focus is databases, reading, interpreting and Corequisite: NURS 354. on applying foundational knowledge of critically appraising health research. pathophysiology and pharmacology to Emphasis is on developing thinking and NURS 354-6 (BC=7) evidence-informed nursing practice: information literacy skills necessary to be (0-16-2) 15 weeks Note: Available only to students in the an astute research consumer and using Community Nursing Practice BScN program. Credit may be obtained evidence to inform clinical decision making. Students will have the opportunity to apply for only one of NURS 308 or NURS 251 and Prerequisite: NURS 304, NURS 217, NURS concepts of community NURS 252. 250. health nursing. Nursing practice will include Prerequisite: NURS 231, NURS 236 and health assessment and NURS 208. interventions with child-bearing families. Corequisite: NURS 217 and NURS 250. Students will developcompetence in both family and community assessments, the use of therapeutic communication skills and the planning, implementation and evaluation of community nursing interventions. Prerequisite: NURS 241, NURS 242, NURS 301, NURS 351, NURS 352. Corequisite: NURS 353.

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NURS 355-6 (BC=4) NURS 361-3 (BC=4) NURS 365-3 (BC=3) (2-3-0) 15 weeks (1-24-3) 15 weeks, 96 Clinical hours (3-0-0) 15 weeks Acute Care Nursing Theory II Advanced Acute Care Nursing Practice I Leadership in Nursing and A comprehensive approach to primary This acute care practicum builds on the Interprofessional Practice health care components in the care concepts and intentional clinical learning The course prepares learners with the of clients in complex situations locally, from previous courses. This focus is on knowledge and capabilities for working nationally, and internationally. High acuity integrating prior learning to move towards within complex interprofessional health assessments and interventions providing comprehensive patient and environments in healthcare. It focuses on are introduced. Case management, family-centred care and socialization to the six key interprofessional competencies interdisciplinary collaboration, community role of the nurse in an acute care setting. (patient/client/family/community-centred development, and socio-political action are Prerequisite: NURS 237, NURS 252, NURS care, interprofessional communication, emphasized. 253, and NURS 301. role clarification, team functioning, Prerequisite: NURS 241, NURS 242, interprofessional conflict resolution and NURS 351, NURS 352. NURS 362-3 (BC=3) collaborative leadership). The course Corequisite: NURS 408. (3-0-0) 15 weeks culminates with the application of Health Policy, Health Care Organizations, knowledge to authentic scenarios and NURS 356-6 (BC=7) Change Management demonstration of effective collaborate (0-16-3) 15 weeks The course builds upon the personal teamwork. Acute Care Nursing Practice II leadership foundations of previous courses. Prerequisite: NURS 362. Professional nursing practice focuses It explores the organization of health on a comprehensive application of care systems, concepts of healthcare 4th Year University of Alberta Degree primary health care principles to clients management and care delivery models. Completion Nursing Courses (from the experiencing acute variances in health The course provides an overview of University of Alberta Calendar) across the lifespan. Practice occurs in healthcare policy and the roles of the nurse Note: Students are required to complete all primary, secondary, and tertiary level acute in influencing health policy, and facilitating 3rd year courses in order to proceed to the care settings. change within healthcare systems. 4th year of the program. Prerequisite: NURS 241, NURS 242, Prerequisite: NURS 209. NURS 351, NURS 352, NURS 301. NURS 409-3 (BC=3) Corequisite: NURS 407. NURS 363-9 (BC=9) (3-0-0) 15 weeks (2-24-3) 15 weeks, 192 Clinical hours Leadership and Issues in Nursing NURSE 360-9 (BC=9) Mental Health and Wellness in Nursing Using the primary health care framework, (2-24-3) 15 weeks, 192 Clinical hours This course in mental health provides a variety of current professional, social, Community Nursing through the opportunities to acquire knowledge, skills, political and global issues affecting the Lifespan attitudes to promote wellness, through nursing profession and the Canadian The course covers theories, ethics and safe, ethical nursing practice, in a variety healthcare system will be addressed. Key evidence-informed approaches to of contexts. The focus will be mental well- principles of leadership and management community health nursing including being throughout the lifespan. Learning will also be addressed within the context of primary health care, population health, experiences will provide students an these issues. health maintenance and promotion, and understanding of the mental health nursing Prerequisite: NURS 241, NURS 242, disease and injury prevention. It includes process. NURS 351, NURS 352, NURS 301. exploration of concepts of community- Prerequisite: NURS 237, NURS 252, NURS based assessment, planning, intervention 253, and NURS 301. NURS 420-3 (BC=3) and evaluation with community-as- client. (0-3-4) 7 weeks The practicum portion of the course NURS 364-3 (BC=3) Competency Assessment and includes a variety of community settings. (0-32-0) 15 weeks, 128 Clinical hours Development Nursing practice will include health Advanced Acute Care Nursing Practice II Refine and develop knowledge, skills and assessment and interventions for clients The course provides opportunities for abilities required for nursing practice in throughout the lifespan. participants to integrate, consolidate and clinical settings. Promote and practice client Prerequisite: NURS 237, NURS 253, NURS expand concepts from previous learning and student safety through demonstration 252, and NURS 301. to advance their professional nursing of skills, knowledge, attitudes, behaviour practice. Participants have the opportunity and sound decision-making. to consolidate learning and advance their clinical decision-making in a variety of acute care settings. Prerequisites: NURS 361.

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NURS 494-3 (BC=3) OPTA 122-3 (BC=3) OPTA 210-3 (BC=3) (6-0-3) 4 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks (45 lecture) Nursing in Context D1 Common Conditions and Function Professional Practice Synthesis and focus of nursing knowledge An overview of conditions commonly Ethical issues in rehabilitation are explored. and application of nursing research in a encountered in rehabilitation practice. Clinical reasoning is addressed along with specified area of practice. To be permitted Prerequisite: INTP 102, OPTA 112. an overview of employment preparedness. to enroll in this course, students must have Prerequisite: OTA 205, PTA 200, OPTA 230. passed all courses of their nursing program, OPTA 125-3 (BC=5) except the Corequisite NURS 495. (45 lecture, 30 lab) OPTA 215-2 (BC=2) Rehabilitation Concepts (4-0-0) NURS 495-9 (BC=9) An introduction to rehabilitation concepts Communication Impairment (1-0-35) 10 weeks that are applied across the life span. Health A review of communication challenges Nursing Practice VIII status, wellness, and influencing factors that inhibit effective communication. Focus Comprehensive and consolidated approach are examined with a consurrent review is on enhancing communication with to professional practice of nursing in an area of health care and the services provided. people who have speech and language of special interest to the student. The 350 Includes the basic theories and rationale impairment. clinical hours listed are preceptorship and of therapeutic interventions for treating direct patient care. Students may complete patients/clients due to musculoskeletal OPTA 220-6 (BC=6) up to an additional 20 hours for professional disorders. (60 lecture, 45 lab) development. Therapeutic Skills II Corequisite: NURS 494. OPTA 130-4 (BC=4) Theory and the application of therapeutic (180 hours) strategies/interventions employed in Practicum I the rehabilitative treatment of adult An introduction to the professional patients/ clients with motor and/orsensory rehabilitation environment providing impairments resulting from a neurological Occupational and applied experiences in OTA and/or PTA and/or mental health disorder. Application Physical Therapist settings. of a variety of intervention strategies Prerequisite: OPTA 114, KNSS 307, to promote functional independence, Assistant OPTA 118, INTP 105 OTA 105, PTA 100, occupation performance and active living. PN 262, and OPTA 122. Prerequisite: OPTA 102, 120. OPTA 112-3 (BC=4) (3-0-2) 15 weeks OPTA 202-4 (BC=5) OPTA 222-3 (BC=3) Healthcare and Rehabilitation (45 lecture, 30 lab) (6-0-0) 7 weeks An overview of the Canadian Health Care Presenting Conditions II Advanced Conditions and Function system and how rehabilitation fits within Fundamentals of neurological structures An overview of more complex conditions it. Specific emphasis on occupational focusing on the central and peripheral encountered in rehabilitation practice. therapy, physical therapy and the role of the nervous system with application to a Prerequisite: OPTA 122, PN 262. assistant. selection of disabling conditions based on broad diagnostic categories and OPTA 230-4 (BC=4) OPTA 114-3 (BC=3) encompassing neurological conditions (180 hours) (3-0-0) specific to all populations. Course also Practicum II Concepts in Mental Health includes discussion of the basic concepts Further experience in the professional Introduction to mental health and of function, health, and disease processes rehabilitation environment providing illness from a rehabilitation perspective. related to these systems. applied experiences in OTA and/or PTA Familiarization with characteristics of Prerequisite: OPTA 102, 120. settings. psychiatric disability, general management Prerequisites: OPTA 130, OPTA 222, of common disorders, service provision and OPTA 204-2 (BC=2) OPTA 215, PTA 200 and OTA 205. mental health practice through a client- (4-0-0) 7 weeks centered approach. Sensation, Perception and Cognition OPTA 302-4 (BC=5) An overview of sensory, perceptual and (45 lecture, 30 lab) OPTA 118-3 (BC=3) cognitive impairments encountered in Presenting Conditions III (2-0-2) 15 weeks rehabilitation practice with a focus on Fundamental of normal physiological Functional Anatomy development of therapeutic tools and function and disorder. This includes an Fundamentals of the structure and function strategies. overview of the endocrine and lymphatic of the musculoskeletal system with Prerequisite: OPTA 122, KNSS 307, systems, as related to the structure application to rehabilitation. OPTA 114. and function of the cardiovascular Prerequisite: INTP 102. and respiratory systems and disabling conditions specific to pediatric, adult and geriatric populations. Prerequisite: OPTA 102, 202. rdc.ab.ca 67 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

OPTA 320-6 (BC=6) PTA 200-3 (BC=4) PHTD 115-4 (BC=4) (60 lecture, 45 lab) (4-2S-4) 7 weeks (4-0-0) 15 weeks Therapeutic Skills III PTA Skills II Pharmacy Calculations Theory and application on how to improve Application of intermediate physical Accurately perform calculations applicable functional abilities and prevent further therapist assistant skills to enhance client to pharmacy practice. disability of clients with circulatory, function and mobility. respiratory and endocrine disorders. Prerequisits: PTA 100, INTP 105, OPTA 122. PHTD 120-3 (BC=3) Includes physiological aspects of the (3-0-0) 15 weeks disease processes and its impact on PTA 300-3 (BC-4) Jurisprudence functional performance. Introduction and (4-2S-4) 7 weeks application of intervention strategies to Introduce and apply legislation and PTA Skills III assist clients to achieve optimal functional standards of practices relevant to pharmacy Application of advanced physical therapist independence. practice in Alberta. assistant skills to enhance client function Prerequisite: PHTD 100, PHTD 105 and Prerequisite: OPTA 202, 220. and mobility. PHTD 110. Prerequisite: PTA 200, KNSS 307, OPTA 222. OPTA 330-4 (BC=4) (180 hours) PHTD 125-3 (BC=3) Practicum III (3-0-0) 15 weeks Application of accumulated knowledge Pharmacotherapeutics I and skills in a variety of rehabilitation Pharmacy Technician Examine conditions and medications used environments to further understand and in the treatment of conditions affecting promote their role as an OTA / PTA. (Open to Pharmacy Technician students the immune system, nervous system, Prerequisite: OPTA 230, OPTA 204, only.) respiratory system and infections. OTA 305, PTA 300, OPTA 210. Prerequisite: INTP 102, INTP 104, PHTD PHTD 100-3 (BC=3) 100, PHTD 105, PHTD 110. OTA 105-3 (BC=4) (3-0-0) 15 weeks (2-1S-2) 15 weeks Professional Role and Ethics PHTD 130-3 (BC=3) OTA Skills I Examine components and determinants of (3-0-0) 15 weeks Application of basic occupational therapist health, the Canadian health care system, the Pharmacy Computer Systems assistant skills to enhance client function. role of the pharmacy technician and other Use a pharmacy computer system to input Prerequisite: INTP 102, INTP 104, OPTA 112. pharmacy staff members and to explore data, process prescriptions and perform ethics, decision making, scope of practice, other pharmacy related tasks. OTA 205-3 (BC=4) professionalism, and learning practices. Prerequisite: PHTD 100, PHTD 105, (4-2S-4) 7 weeks PHTD 110, PHTD 115 and must OTA Skills II PHTD 105-2 (BC=2) successfully complete keyboard testing Application of intermediate occupational (2-0-0) 15 weeks prior to Winter term. therapist assistant skills to enhance client Pharmacology Fundamentals Corequisite: PHTD 120. function. Explore drug classifications, drug Prerequisite: OTA 105, INTP 105, OPTA 122. naming, drug mechanism of actions, PHTD 135-3 (BC=3) pharmacological terminology, drug (1-0-4) 15 weeks OTA 305-3 (BC=4) approval process in Canada, routes Dispensing I (4-2S-4) 7 weeks of administration and dosage forms, Dispense medications in a laboratory OTA Skills III toxicology, drug stability and the storage setting for a variety of medications, dosage Application of advanced occupational and disposal of pharmaceuticals. forms and legal classifications. therapist assistant skills to enhance client Prerequisite: PHTD 100, PHTD 105, function. PHTD 110-3 (BC=3) PHTD 110, PHTD 115 and INTP 104. Prerequisite: OTA 205, OPTA 114, (3-0-0) 15 weeks Corequisite: PHTD 120 and PHTD 130. KNSS 307, OPTA 222. Foundations of Pharmacy Explore concepts central to pharmacy PTA 100-3 (BC=4) practice such as interpreting prescription (2-1S-2) 15 weeks information, pricing, third party billing, PTA Skills I pharmacy records, labelling prescriptions, Application of basic physical therapist preventing medication errors, using assistant skills to enhance client function references, inventory management and and mobility. merchandising. Prerequisite: INTP 102, INTP 104, OPTA 112.

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PHTD 140-1 (BC=1) PHTD 225-3 (BC=3) (1-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Philosophy Preparation for Practice Pharmacotherapeutics II Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. Assess, reflect and receive formative Examine conditions and medications used Check Course Timetable for availability. feedback upon the studentís first year in the treatment of conditions affecting the performance in the program. gastrointestinal, renal, cardiovascular and Note: 200-level Philosophy courses do not Prerequisite: PHTD 100, PHTD 105, PHTD musculoskeletal system. require previous Philosophy. PHIL 201, 202 110, PHTD 115, PHTD 120, PHTD 125, Prerequisite: PHTD 140. and 222 are recommended if you intend to PHTD 130, PHTD 135, INTP 102, INTP 104 major in Philosophy. and INTP 105. PHTD 226-3 (BC=3) Note: This course occurs in the week (3-0-0) 15 weeks Note: There are no prerequisites for following winter term final exams and Pharmacotherapeutics III 300-level courses (except for PHIL 389). student completes self reflection portion Examine conditions and medications used You will find it helpful, however, to take on-line. in the treatment of conditions affecting the PHIL 202 before taking any 300-level endocrine, dermatological, ophthalmic and courses. PHIL 201 will provide valuable PHTD 200-3 (BC=4) otic systems as well as cancer treatments background for PHIL 339, 340, 348, 355 (3-1-0) 15 weeks and other miscellaneous medications. and 386. Non-prescription and Complementary Prerequisite: PHTD 225. Therapies PHIL 201-3 (BC=3) Examine conditions and medications that PHTD 231-5 (BC=5) (3-0-0) 15 weeks can be treated/provided over the counter. (200 hours) 5 weeks Values and Society Prerequisite: PHTD 140. Community Pharmacy Practicum Discover philosophy via exploration and Obtain practical experience within critical discussion of selected philosophical PHTD 205-3 (BC=3) a community (retail) pharmacy as a classics and contemporary works. Emphasis (2-0-3) 15 weeks developing pharmacy technician. will be placed on questions of moral and Non-sterile compounding Prerequisite: PHTD 210, PHTD 215, other values, and on the nature of society Compound and dispense a variety of PHTD 220, PHTD 226 and PHTD 240. and justice. non-sterile pharmaceuticals. Prerequisite: PHTD 140. PHTD 232-4 (BC=4) PHIL 202-3 (BC=3) (160 hours) 4 week block (3-0-0) 15 weeks PHTD 210-4 (BC=4) Hospital Pharmacy Practicum Knowledge and Reality (2-0-4) 15 weeks Obtain practical experience within a Discover philosophy via exploration and Aseptic Technique hospital/institutional pharmacy as a critical discussion of selected philosophical Prepare a variety of sterile compounds in a developing pharmacy technician. classics and contemporary works. Emphasis safe and efficient manner using principles Prerequisite: PHTD 210, PHTD 215, will be placed on issues in metaphysics of aseptic technique. PHTD 220, PHTD 226 and PHTD 240. and epistemology, such as the nature and Prerequisite: PHTD 200, 205, 225, 235 and extent of human knowledge and the nature MLA 104. PHTD 235-4 (BC=4) of reality and our place in it (1-0-5) 15 weeks PHTD 215-3 (BC=3) Dispensing II PHIL 221-3 (BC=3) (2-0-2) 15 weeks Dispense medications, perform pharmacy (3-0-3) 15 weeks Hospital / Institutional Practice related tasks and practice workplace Critical Thinking Discuss the practice of pharmacy in communication skills in a laboratory setting. Discover methods and principles for institutional settings and perform tasks This course continues to build upon the analyzing reasoning as it occurs in everyday required of a pharmacy technician skills gained in Dispensing I. life and the sciences. Explore informal employed in this practice setting. Prerequisite: PHTD 140. fallacies, scientific reasoning and theory- Prerequisite: PHTD 200, PHTD 205, Corequisite: PHTD 225. building, elementary logic, deductive and PHTD 225, PHTD 235 and MLA 104. inductive reasoning, cognitive biases, PHTD 240-3 (BC=3) and the distinction between science and PHTD 220-1 (BC=1) (3-0-0) 15 weeks pseudo-science. (1-0-0) 15 weeks Preparation for Practice II Community Health Project Prepare and assess student to transition Propose and complete a health promotion into role of pharmacy technician prior to project in the community within the practicum placements. pharmacy technician role and evaluate the Prerequisite: PHTD 200, PHTD 205, effectiveness upon completion. PHTD 225, PHTD 235 and INTP 201. Prerequisite: PHTD 200, 205, 225, 235 and Corequisite: PHTD 210, PHTD 215, MLA 104. PHTD 220, and PHTD 226.

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PHIL 222-3 (BC=3) PHIL 321-3 (BC=3) PHIL 355-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Symbolic Logic I Metaphysics Philosophy of the Environment Basic concepts of logic: consistency, Examine questions concerning the nature Investigate issues arising from our logical truth, entailment, equivalence. of reality. Topics may include free will, relationship to other species and the Symbolization of natural language action, causation, personal identity, the natural environment. Topics may include: inferences using sentential and predicate mind body problem, appearance and obligations to future generations and logic. Formal syntax of sentential and reality, time and space, existence, and the environment, our obligations to predicate logic. Natural deduction possibility and necessity. non-human animals, climate change and for sentential logic. Introduction to pollution, resolving conflicts between the semantics and metatheory of PHIL 323-3 (BC=3) environmental and economic priorities, sentential logic: truth-tables, truth- (3-0-0) 15 weeks population policy and biodiversity. functional completeness, soundness and Philosophy of Mind completeness of the natural deductive Investigate the nature of mind, PHIL 357-3 (BC=3) system, compactness. consciousness, cognition, perception, (3-0) 15 weeks emotion, action, personal identity, memory, Philosophy of Religion PHIL 300-3 (BC=3) imagination, and the relationship between The concept of religion. Arguments for and (3-0) 15 weeks mind and body. against the existence of God. Meaning and Professional Ethics intelligibility in religious language. This course is designed to acquaint PHIL 340-3 (BC=3) students with the range of ethical questions (3-0-0) 15 weeks PHIL 364-3 (BC=3) and issues that arise for practitioners of Moral Theory (3-0-0) 15 weeks various professions. Students will develop Investigate moral philosophy with an Philosophy of Science their critical and analytical skills in their emphasis placed on issues in meta-ethics Examine central issues in philosophy of own arguments designed to appraise and and moral psychology such as free will science. Investigate the nature of scientific develop good ethical positions on a variety and moral responsibility, the basis of moral inquiry, the difference between science of issues and problems common to many obligation, the nature of moral deliberation and pseudo-science, the epistemic status professions, problems like: professional and motivation, objectivity in morality, of scientific claims, explanations, theories, responsibility, the use of codes of ethics in moral knowledge, the nature of virtue, and confirmation, scientific progress, gender making good ethical decisions, privacy and moral agency. and racial bias in the sciences, and the limits client confidentiality, professional client- of science. practitioner relationships, issues of public PHIL 341-3 (BC=3) and private ethical responsibility. (3-0-0) 15 weeks PHIL 383-3 (BC=3) Ancient Philosophy 3-0-0 (15 weeks) PHIL 301-3 (BC=3) Survey the work of ancient philosophers with Philosophy of Fiction (3-0-0) 15 weeks a focus on Plato and Aristotle. Pre-Socratic, Examine selected philosophical issues, Epistemology Hellenistic, and Roman philosophers will also theories, and problems as they find Examine the nature, origin, methods, be discussed. expression in various media such as: and limits of knowledge focusing on the literature, film, television programs, video- rational justification of belief, skepticism, PHIL 345-3 (BC=3) games, graphic novels, and music. and the role of perception, memory, and (3-0-0) 15 weeks reasons as sources of knowledge. Additional Early Modern Philosophy PHIL 386-3 (BC=3) topics may include social epistemology, Survey philosophy of the 17th and 18th (3-0) 15 weeks standpoint epistemology, relativism, centuries. Consider the work of a selection of Bioethics religious epistemology, or the epistemology philosophers from Descartes through Kant. Concepts and issues central to health of science. care knowledge and practice. Rights PHIL 348-3 (BC=3) and responsibilities of patients and PHIL 319-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks health care personnel. Passive and active (3-0-0) 15 weeks Gender and Sexuality euthanasia. Abortion. Medical research and Philosophy of Law Investigate social and political issues arising experimentation. Disclosure of diagnosis Explore the historical and theoretical from a philosophical analysis of gender and and risks. Death and suffering. foundations of the concepts that ground human sexuality. Explore feminist theories of the Canadian legal system including the knowledge, ethics, metaphysics, social and foundations of legal authority, the nature of political theory and science. the law, the relationship between law and morality, theories of jurisprudence, theories of statutory interpretation, and theories of punishment, rights, and justice.

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PHIL 399-3 (BC=3) PHYS 241-3 (BC=4) (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-1- 3) 15 weeks Physiology Technology and Computing Mechanics PSIO 258-3 (BC=3) Explore ethical, legal, and social issues Apply calculus to the study of the kinematic (3-0-0) 15 weeks arising from contemporary computing and dynamic properties of particles and Elementary Physiology I and information technology. Topics may bodies in motion while examining the Essentials of human physiology focusing include privacy, intellectual property, data concepts of forces, work and energy, on systemic functions in the human body management, security and surveillance, momentum, rotation and special relativity. with emphasis on systems that respond artificial intelligence, algorithm bias, Prerequisite: Physics 30 and Math 30-1. and adapt to exercise stress. Topics will artificial intelligence, machine-learning, Corequisite: MATH 202 or 203 or 212. include the cardiovascular, respiratory, globalization and regulation/policy issues, Anti-requisite: PHYS 205. musculoskeletal, nervous and endocrine file-sharing, cyborgs, social media’s impact systems. on politics, media, identity, and culture. PHYS 247-3 (BC=4) Prerequisite/Corequisite: KNSS 200. (3-1-3) 15 weeks Note: For Kinesiology students only. Waves, Optics and Thermal Physics Note: Successful completion of this course Apply calculus to the study of waves, with a minimum C+ AND PSIO 259 with a fluids, optics and thermodynamics while minimum C+ will satisfy requirements for Physical Education discovering the fundamental properties of NURS 230. and Sport Studies light and matter. Prerequisite: PHYS 241 or ENPH 231. PSIO 259-3 (BC=4) See listings under “Kinesiology & Sports Corequisite: MATH 204 or 213. (3-0-1) 15 weeks Studies,” page 49. Anti-requisite: PHYS 226 and PHYS 269. Elementary Physiology II Integrative human physiology focusing on PHYS 269-3 (BC=4) functions of the human body with special (3-1-3/2) 15 weeks emphasis on control and integration Wave Motion, Optics and Sound of these functions. The responses and Physics Geometrical optics, optical instruments. adaptations to exercise will be used as a Oscillations, waves, sound, light, Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. foundation upon which the concepts of interference and diffraction. Simple Check Course Timetable for availability. control and integration will be discussed. harmonic motion. Some topics from PSIO 258 will be revisited Prerequisites: Physics 30, Math 30-1 PHYS 205-3 (BC=4) to discuss control and integration of cellular and 31. (3-0-3) 15 weeks and systemic function. Corequisites: MATH 202 or 203 or 212. Introductory Physics I Prerequisite: PSIO 258. ENGG 230. Apply non-calculus quantitative methods Note: For Kinesiology students only. Note: You can have credit in one of to the study of the kinematic and dynamic Note: Successful completion of this course PHYS 207, 247, or 269. properties of particles and bodies in motion with a minimum C+ AND PSIO 258 with a Note: For engineering students only. while examining the concepts of forces, minimum C+ will satisfy requirements for work and energy, momentum, and rotation. NURS 230. Prerequisite: MATH 30-1; PHYSICS 30 PHYS 359-3 (BC=4) (3-1-3/2) 15 weeks strongly recommended. PSIO 262-6 (BC=6) Electricity and Magnetism Anti-requisite: PHYS 241. (3-0), (3-0) 30 weeks Electric charge. Electric potential. Gauss’s Elementary Physiology Law. Capacitance. Electric currents. PHYS 226-3 (BC=4) Physiology of mammals and humans. Electromotive force. DC circuits. (3-0-3) 15 weeks Prerequisite: Biology 30; Chem 30. Introductory Physics II Magnetic Field. Ampere’s Law. Faraday’s Law. AC circuits. Electric and Apply non-calculus quantitative methods PSIO 263-6 magnetic properties of materials. to the study of the fluid mechanics, (3-0), (3-0) 30 weeks Prerequisite: PHYS 241 or ENGG 230, or electromagnetism, thermodynamics Human Physiology PHYS 207 and permission of Department. and nuclear physics while exploring the Introductory course in human physiology. Corequisites: MATH 204 or 213. PHYS 247 fundamental properties of light and matter. Prerequisites: BIOL 217 or 218; plus 6 or 269 or 237. Prerequisite: PHYS 205. credits of university level chemistry. Note: You can have credit in only one of Anti requisites: PHYS 247 and PHYS 269. Note: Credits may be obtained in only one PHYS 355 and 359. of PSIO 262 Note: For engineering students only or the consent of the department.

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POLI 324-3 (BC=3) PN 259-5 (BC=5) Political Science (3-0-0) 15 weeks (4-0-2) 14 weeks Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. Politics of Health Care Nursing Foundations II Check Course Timetable for availability. Examine the Canadian health care system Integrate and build on foundational through its development, the legislative, knowledge, skills, attitudes, behaviors philosophical groundings, along with the POLI 201-3 (BC=3) and judgments. Develop competent financing and delivery from a comparative (3-0-0) 15 weeks and safe nursing care for clients who live perspective. Introduction to Politics in residential care. Common health and Examine the basic concepts, ideologies, wellness challenges, as well as chronic POLI 328-3 (BC=3) institutions and processes of politics. health challenges related to aging will (3-0-0) 15 weeks be introduced. Public Administration POLI 223-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: PN 252. Examine the major institutions, processes, (3-0-0) 15 weeks Corequisite: PN 261, NURS 231 and issues of public administration at Canadian Political Issues the federal level in Canada, along with Examine selected themes in Canadian PN 260-2 (BC=2) government organization, budgets, politics, such as federalism and regionalism, (4-0-0) 7 weeks policy making, selected personnel issues, the Charter of Rights, issues of diversity and Health Promotion II democratic control, and accountability. citizenship. and how we are governed. Explore how persons living in residential care adapt to alterations in health. Explore POLI 388-3 (BC=3) POLI 283-3 (BC=3) health promotion principles and apply (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks principles of teaching and learning. Growth Global Trade I Global Issues and development theories of gerontology, Discover the democratic issues within the Explore some of the major issues in world mental health and palliative care will be context of global trade, the technological politics, such as international tensions, introduced. imperative, international trade regimes and migration, ethnic and religious conflict, Prerequisite: PN 253. their politics, and selected issue areas, such human rights and sustainable development. as trade and ethics. PN 262-3 (BC-3)

POLI 308-3 (BC=3) (6-0-0) 7 weeks POLI 389-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks Pathophysiology (3-0-0) 15 weeks Political Thought to 1550 Explore common body responses to Global Trade II Examine classical Greek political thought disease.Introduce microbiology concepts. Explore the role of the state in the global and the western political philosophy Pathophysiology as related to chronic economy; trade facilitation federally and traditions from Plato to Machiavelli (c. 450 disorders commonly associated with adults provincially; introduction to area studies. BCE to 1550 CE), learning the role of various and aging will be examined. virtues in governance. Prerequisite: INTP 201.

POLI 309-3 (BC=3) PN 263-4 (BC=5) (3-0-0) 15 weeks Practical Nurse (210 clinical hours) 6 weeks Political Thought Since 1550 Practical Experience: Residential Care Explore the developments in western PN 252-3 (BC=4) Introduce nursing practice and care in political theory from the 17th century (2-0-2.5) 15 weeks residential care settings. to the present (Hobbes to the present), Nursing Foundations I Prerequisite: PN 258, 259, 260, 261, learning how the relationship between the Introduce the nursing principles NURS 231. individual and the state has evolved. fundamental to safe, competent practice. Explore holistic care concepts. Use evidence PN 265-5 (BC=6) POLI 321-3 (BC=3) based theory to demonstrate nursing (4-0-3) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks knowledge and skills. Reflect on own Nursing Foundations III Canadian Governance attitudes, behaviours and judgments to Develop the skills, knowledge, attitudes, Explore the developments in western guide learning interactions. behaviors and judgments necessary for political theory from the 17th century a Practical Nurse to competently and to the present (Hobbes to the present), PN 253-2 (BC=2) professionally practice in the acute care learning how the relationship between the (2-0-0) 15 weeks setting. individual and the state has evolved. Health Promotion I Prerequisite: PN 263. Introduce concepts of heath including Corequisite: PN 267. prevention, promotion, determinants and inequalities. Begin exploration of common growth and development theories. Identify principles of teaching and learning.

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PN 266-3 (BC=3) PN 271-4 (BC=4) PN 278-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks (6-0-5) 7 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Health Promotion III Health Promotion IV Leadership Evaluate growth, development, and tasks Apply the principles of health promotion, Frame the Practical Nursing (PN) profession of young and middle adulthood. Apply family centered care, and growth and in the context of the Canadian health care teaching and learning principles to health development in family and community system and the philosophy of the RDC promotion collaborating with clients and contexts. PN Conceptual Framework. Explore and families in the acute care health setting. Prerequisite: PN 266. examine legislation, professional standards, Prerequisite: PN 260. code of ethics, practice, history, and PN 272-1 (BC=1) evolution of practical nursing to develop PN 267-1 (BC=2) (0-0-5) 7 weeks (35 clinical hours) professional practice and leadership (5-0-5) 3 weeks Practical Experience IV: Family knowledge, skills and attributes. Pharmacology III Centered Care Analyze knowledge, theory, legal and Application of the principles of health ethical responsibilities informing Practical promotion and family centered care across Nurse practice in the safe administration, the lifespan in family and community maintenance, and evaluation of Intravenous contexts. Production medications and solutions promoting Prerequisite: PN 268. optimal client outcomes. Corequisite: PN 269, 270, 271. PROD 100-2 (BC=2) Prerequisite: PN 263. (1-0-2) 15 Weeks Corequisite: PN 265. PN 275-6 (BC=6) Production Fundamentals I (0-0-31) 246 hours in 8 weeks A broad overview for a basic understanding PN 268-6 (BC=6) Practical Experience: Comprehensive of production elements in entertainment. (250 Clinical Hours) 13 weeks Practicum Exploration and practice of safety and Practical Experience: Acute Care Demonstrate integration and consolidation functionality of production fundamentals. Examine professional knowledge, of knowledge, skills, attitudes, behaviors, Introduction to film and theatre equipment, accountability, safety, collaboration, and and judgments consistent with the LPN lights, sound and production design. competence in own nursing practice to scope of practice within the context of a provide ethical nursing care of diverse comprehensive practice setting. PROD 101-2 (BC=2) clients and families in acute care, Prerequisite: PN 269, 270, 271. (1-0-2) 15 Weeks health settings. Production Fundamentals II Prerequisite: All PN first year courses. PN 276-4 (BC=4) A broad overview for a basic understanding Corequisite: PN 265, 266, 267, INTP 201. (4-0-0) 15 weeks of production elements in entertainment. Foundations for Success in Nursing Exploration and practice of safety and PN 269-1 (BC=1) The course develops an understanding functionality of production fundamentals. (2-0-0) 7 weeks of self as a learner in a health professions Assembling and operation of lighting, Professional Leadership IV context. It explores the foundations of sound, electric and production design Develop and apply leadership skills using an professional nursing, relational practice equipment. inter-professional approach. Prepare for and therapeutic communication. The Prerequisite: PROD 100. the transition from student to Licensed course promotes reflection on personal Practical Nurse. perspectives and experiences to PROD 103-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: PN 268. understand one’s own attitudes, beliefs, (2-0-3) 15 Weeks and values. It fosters resilience and explores Film Production I PN 270-5 (BC=6) strategies for self-management and growth. Identification of film fundamentals in live (10-0-2) 7 weeks action motion picture production. Includes Nursing Foundations IV PN 277-3 (BC=4) development of basic competence towards Explore the knowledge, skills, attitudes, (3-0-1) 15 weeks all areas of production. Practice of industry behaviors, and judgments necessary to Pharmacology etiquette and communication. competently provide safe nursing care for Explore legislation, drug standards, and pediatric and maternity clients and families safety principles through an introduction PROD 105-3 (BC=3) in acute and community care settings. to pharmacological terminology and (2-0-3) 15 Weeks Explore health and wellness challenges for resources. Identify the PN role in Production Safety pediatric and maternity clients. medication administration and develop Gain an understanding of live production Prerequisite: PN 268. skills in drug calculations. Integrate safety elements and attain selected industry and demonstrate accurate medication approved certifications. calculations, safe preparation, and administration of medication with an emphasis on application to gerontology.

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PROD 203-3 (BC=3) PROD 213-4 (BC=4) PROD 301-3 (BC=3) (2-0-3) 15 Weeks (2-0-4) (1-0-5) 15 Weeks Film Production II Stagecraft I: Building and Scenic Film Projects II Introduces current practice in professional Painting Project based collaboration and community film production including knowledge and Construction of sets and stages for of practice. Application of creative, practical skill development in cinematography, performance and events. Includes and communication skills. Development of sound, editing and production elements of scenic painting. professional skills and confidence. Building management. Prerequisite: PROD 103. awareness of role and responsibilities within Prerequisite: PROD 103. projects of limited scope. With construct PROD 215-2 (BC=3) and guidance of instructor students will PROD 204-3 (BC=3) (2-0-1) 15 Weeks initiate/execute creative ideas and process. (2-0-3) 15 Weeks Sound for Live Entertainment Prerequisite: FTLE 220. Film Production III From “talking head” presentations to Expands on concepts acquired in Film building sound cues. Exploration of various PROD 303-3 (BC=3) Production II – with further knowledge skills and techniques that go into preparing (2-0-3) 15 Weeks and skill development in cinematography, sound for different aspects of live events. Film Production IV sound, editing, and production Prerequisite: PROD 100 and PROD 101. Examines more advanced practice in management. professional film production with a focus Prerequisite: PROD 203. PROD 217-2 (BC=3) on industry operations and postproduction (2-0-1) 15 Weeks skills. Skill development in cinematography, PROD 205-3 (BC=3) Projection Media I camera operation, lighting, editing, sound, (2-0-3) 15 Weeks Examine digital projection and how it is and production management. Flexibility Advanced Cinematography I used in the entertainment industry. and learning skills needed to acquire Examines the art, craft, techniques and Explore basic technical and constructive specialized expertise are emphasized. changing technologies of cinematography concepts relating to media acquisitions, Prerequisite: PROD 204. including lighting, camera movement, and editing and use. professional crew responsibilities. Prerequisite: PROD 100 and PROD 101. PROD 304-3 (BC=3) Corequisite: PROD 204. (2-0-3) 15 Weeks PROD 219-3 (BC=3) Film Production V PROD 207-2 (BC=2) (2-0-2) 15 Weeks Examines more advanced practice in (1-0-2) 15 Weeks Lighting and Projections I professional film production with a focus Wardrobe Aesthetics Theory and practice in basic electricity, on industry operations and postproduction Examination of various textiles, products, lighting, and projections. Function and skills. Skill development in cinematography, and techniques used for characterization in operation of professional lighting and camera operation, lighting, editing, sound, film, stage and live events. Use of cultural projections equipment. and production management. Flexibility and historical motifs to develop a personal Prerequisite: PROD 100 and PROD 101. and learning skills needed to acquire aesthetic. specialized expertise are emphasized. Prerequisite: ART 231 OR ART 241. PROD 221-3 (BC-3) Builds on skills previously learned in (2-0-2) 15 Weeks film production. PROD 209-3 (BC=3) Documentary Fundamentals Prerequisite: PROD 303. (2-0-2) 15 Weeks Examine the fundamentals of documentary Drafting for the Entertainment Industry and non-conventional narrative filmmaking. PROD 305-3 (BC=3) Introduction to technical communication Experiment with basic documentary (2-0-3) 15 Weeks techniques within the entertainment production concepts and applying Advanced Cinematography II industry. Hand drafting and basic CAD will knowledge to projects in the field. Expands on current and emerging be addressed. Prerequisite: CREA 110. cinematography practice including Prerequisite: PROD 101. visual effects, 3D stereography, and PROD 300-3 (BC=3) aerial photography. PROD 211-3 (BC=3) (1-0-5) 15 Weeks Prerequisite: PROD 205. (3-0-0) 15 Weeks Film Projects I Entertainment Management I Project based collaboration and community PROD 307-3 (BC=3) Broad overview and basic understanding of practice. Application of creative, practical (3-0-0) 15 Weeks of Live Events. Examination of events for and communication skills. Development of Business for Film Production cruise ships, concerts, festivals, stage, and professional skills and confidence. Building Examines film financing, budgeting, corporate events. Insight into primary awareness of role and responsibilities within scheduling, and distribution. Includes structures and how they move from projects of limited scope. With construct entertainment law and the societal and conception to completion. and guidance of instructor students will political context of the Canadian screen Prerequisite: PROD 101. initiate/execute creative ideas and process. industry. Prerequisite: FTLE 220. Prerequisite: FTLE 215.

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PROD 309-3 (BC=3) PROD 315-3 (BC=3) PROD 327-3 (BC=3) (1-0-5) 15 Weeks (3-0-0) 15 Weeks (2-0-3) 15 Weeks Stage Projects I Screenwriting CAD and 3D Modeling Project based collaboration and community Provides a practical application with Explore a variety of techniques and of practice. Application of creative, appropriate formats and techniques for materials used in the building of 3D models practical, and communication skills. screenwriting. Includes narrative forms and of setting and stages for the entertainment Development of professional skills and structure, character and story throughlines, industry. Includes hand-built and CAD confidence. Building awareness of role and as it relates to film, television, and related generated model work. responsibilities within projects of limited areas. Students will apply their knowledge Prerequisite: PROD 209. scope. With construct and guidance of and skills to short screenwriting projects. instructor students will initiate/execute Prerequisite: FTLE 210. PROD 329-3 (BC=3) creative ideas and process. (2-0-2) 15 Weeks Prerequisite: FTLE 220. PROD 317-3 (BC=3) Design for the Entertainment Industry (2-0-2) 15 Weeks The examination of how visual design PROD 310-3 (BC=3) Projection Media II techniques are used for the Entertainment (1-0-5) 15 Weeks Continued exploration in creating and Industry. Emphasis will be on the processes Stage Projects II editing content of digital media for of research, concept development, and Project based collaboration and community projection. Practice implementing communication. of practice. Application of creative, projection media in the context of the Prerequisite: ART 231 or ART 241. practical, and communication skills. entertainment industry. Development of professional skills and Prerequisite: PROD 217. PROD 331-3 (BC=3) confidence. Building awareness of role and (2-0-3) 15 Weeks responsibilities within projects of limited PROD 319-2 (BC=3) Stagecraft Automation and Rigging scope. With construct and guidance of (1-0-2) 15 Weeks Examination of simple and complex instructor students will initiate/execute Lighting and Projections II automation and rigging in staging for creative ideas and process. Experiment, practice, and explore entertainment events. Prerequisite: FTLE 220. intermediate concepts and applications in Prerequisite: PROD 313. lighting and projections. Complex image PROD 311-2 (BC=3) manipulation methods, colors, textures, PROD 333-3 (BC=3) (2-0-1) 15 Weeks lighting and projection equipment. (2-0-2) 15 Weeks Entertainment Management II Prerequisite: PROD 219. Sound for Live Bands Focuses on the integration of the elements Explore different facets that go into setting of an event from process to a finished PROD 321-3 (BC=3) up a sound system for live music and product. Practice application of techniques, (1-0-4) 15 Weeks how to mix live bands, from a bare stage information, and protocols from previous Event Production I to a full sound set-up. Analyze simple to knowledge in an event and classroom Application of skills in event production intermediate live mixing concepts and setting. including stage, studio, music, film, and techniques. Discuss, explore, and play with Prerequisite: PROD 211. other. Student will be assigned to specific the behaviour of sound. roles/responsibilities in accordance with PROD 313-3 (BC=3) skillset, ability, and leadership. PROD 335-3 (BC=3) (2-0-4) 15 Weeks Prerequisite: FTLE 220. (2-0-3) 15 Weeks Stagecraft II: Building and Scenic Props Stage and Screen Painting PROD 322-3 (BC=3) The analysis, acquisition, adaptation Construction of sets and stages for (1-0-4) 15 Weeks and construction of scenic props for performance and events. Includes 2D Event Production II both stage and screen. Budgeting, script and 3D staging materials. Includes transfer Application of skills in event production analysis, research, design development. techniques from small to large scale. including stage, studio, music, film, and Experimentation with new materials and Prerequisite: PROD 213. other. Student will be assigned to specific animatronic effects. roles/responsibilities in accordance with Prerequisite: FTLE 220. skillset, ability, and leadership. Prerequisite: FTLE 220. PROD 337-3 (BC=3) (0-0-6) 15 Weeks PROD 325-3 (BC=3) Productions (2-0-3) 15 Weeks The research, rehearsal, and performance Post Production II of plays or created work for performance Expands on current and emerging post before an audience. production practice including visual effects, Prerequisite: ACT 203. 3D Stereography, and colour correction. Prerequisite: AVFX 209. rdc.ab.ca 75 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

PSYC 313-3 (BC=4) PSYC 347-3 (BC=3) Psychology (3-0-2) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Research Methods Psychology of Gender Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. Examine the research methods commonly Examine psychological perspectives on Check Course Timetable for availability. used in psychological research. gender including the nature of gender, Prerequisite: PSYC 260 alternative expressions of gender (e.g. PSYC 205-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite or Corequisite: PSYC 261 transgenderism), the reproduction of (3-0-0) 15 weeks Note: Credit will not be given for both gender through social institutions, gender Lifespan Development PSYC 312 and PSYC 313. similarities and differences, feminism, Explore physical, cognitive, social and and gender stereotypes, sexism, and personality development from conception PSYC 314-3 (BC=4) discrimination. to death from a developmental perspective. (3-0-2) 15 weeks Prerequisite: PSYC 260 and PSYC 261. Examine theories, research, and applications Data Analysis of lifespan development. Explore and Practice statistics used in PSYC 353-3 (BC=3) Note: For OPTA students only. psychological research, with an emphasis (3-0-0) 15 weeks This course does not fulfill the on conducting and interpreting inferential Child Development developmental psychology requirement statistical techniques. Become acquainted Examine theory and research related to for the BA Psychology major. with widely-used statistical software. Learn physical, cognitive, emotional and social to communicate quantitative data in development across infancy and childhood. PSYC 260-3 (BC=3) statistics, graphs and tables. Prerequisite: PSYC 260 and PSYC 261. (3-0-0) 15 weeks Prerequisite: Math 30-1 or 30-2 or Principles of Psychology I equivalent and PSYC 260 PSYC 355-3 (BC=3) Discover the fundamental terminology, Prerequisite or Corequisite: PSYC 261 (3-0-0) 15 weeks procedures, findings and theories related Note: Credit will not be given for both Adolescence to basic psychological processes. Explore PSYC 312 and PSYC 314. Examine theory and research related the history and nature of psychology to physical, cognitive, emotional, and and research methods in this field.Learn PSYC 321-3 (BC=3) social development across adolescence. about the psychological and biological (3-0-0) 15 weeks Prerequisite: PSYC 260 and PSYC 261. foundations of behaviour, sensation and Industrial Organizational Psychology perception, consciousness, learning, Examine career development, performance, PSYC 357-3 (BC=3) memory, language and thought. motivation, conditions of work, employee (3-0-0) 15 weeks selection and training, and organizational Adulthood and Aging PSYC 261-3 (BC=3) behavour. Examine theory and research related (3-0-0) 15 weeks Prerequisite: PSYC 260 & PSYC 261 or to physical, cognitive, emotional, and Principles of Psychology II consent of the Department. social development across adulthood. Identify fundamental terminology, Prerequisite: PSYC 260 and PSYC 261. procedures, findings, and theories related to PSYC 341-3 (BC=3) individual, social, and abnormal behaviour. (3-0-0) 15 weeks PSYC 358-3 (BC=3) Topics may include intelligence, problem Social Psychology (3-0-0) 15 weeks solving, creativity, motivation and emotion, Examine research on and real-life Cognitive Psychology lifespan development, personality, applications of topics such as self and social Survey major theoretical approaches psychological disorders and treatments, perception, social cognition; prejudice, and research in areas such as perception, health, stress and coping, and social stereotyping, discrimination; attitude attention, memory, the representation behaviour. Prerequisite: PSYC 260. formation and persuasion; conformity and of knowledge, language, reasoning and obedience; affiliation and attraction; pro- problem solving. PSYC 305-3 (BC=3) and anti social- behaviours; and applied Prerequisite: PSYC 260 & PSYC 261 (3-0-0) 15 weeks social psychology (environment, law, Note: For U of A bound students only, the History of Psychology health). additional prerequisite or co-requisite of Examine the roots of psychological thought Prerequisite: PSYC 260 & 261 or SOCI 260 either STAT 251 or PSYC 314 is required. as a discipline and the relationship between & SOCI 261. theories of human nature and changing social institution. Prerequisite: PSYC 260 & PSYC 261.

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PSYC 367-3 (BC=3) PSYC 380-3 (BC=3) SCIE 4901-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks (120 work hours) 15 weeks Human Sexual Behaviour Positive Psychology Applied Study Explore and integrate scientific applications Examine research on and real-life Credit for discipline-specific learning from biology, medicine, anthropology, applications of topics such as resilience, through volunteer or work experiences anatomy, law, social sciences, and personal growth, strengths, optimism, completed in conjunction with a faculty psychology offering a multidisciplinary gratitude, compassion, kindness, happiness, supervisor. perspective of human sexuality within the positive coping, health and well being, Prerequisite: Permission of the framework of diversity. mindfulness, spirituality, flourishing department. Prerequisite: PSYC 260 and PSYC 261. relationships, positive institutions, and building better communities. PSYC 368-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: PSYC 260 & PSYC 261. (3-0-0) 15 weeks Principles of Learning PSYC 383-3 (BC=3) Social Work Synthesize contemporary and traditional (3-0-0) 15 weeks theories of learning and memory for Personality (Open to Social Work students only.) the development of target behaviours. Survey theory and research related to Assimilate psychological applications the major approaches in the study of SOWK 201-3 (BC=3) including behavioural modifications personality. (3-0-0) 15 weeks in humans. Prerequisite: PSYC 260 & PSYC 261. Social Work Practice I Prerequisite: PSYC 260 & PSYC 261. Introduction to helping relationships PSYC 389-3 (BC=3) including the use of communication and PSYC 369-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks counselling skills for ethical and anti- (3-0-0) 15 weeks Abnormal Psychology oppressive social work practice. Sensation and Perception Examine contemporary views of the Corequisite: SOWK 204, SOWK 214. Learn to distinguish between sensation and nature, development, and treatment of perception. Explore the senses of vision, psychological disorders. SOWK 202-3 (BC=3) audition, smell, taste and touch. Learn how Prerequisites: PSYC 260 & PSYC 261 (3-0-0) 15 weeks the sensory organs transform energy into Note: Not to be taken by students who Social Work Practice II brain signals. have credit in PSYC 489. Develop assessment and intervention Prerequisite: PSYC 260 & PSYC 261 strategies for working with individuals Note: For U of A bound students, the PSYC 391-3 (BC=3) in social work practice. Examine change additional prerequisite or co-requisite of (3-0-0) 15 weeks through the lens of developing a working either STAT 251 or PSYC 314 is required. Health Psychology alliance, and reflect on use of self, and Examine the relationship of psychology to effective use of skills. PSYC 375-3 (BC=3) illness and related dysfunction, promotion (3-0-0) 15 weeks and maintenance of health, and the health SOWK 204-3 (BC=3) Brain and Behaviour care system. (3-0-0) 15 weeks Synthesize scientific evidence on the Prerequisite: PSYC 260 & PSYC 261. Ethics in Social Work Practice neural mechanisms related to sensation, Explore ethical principles, codes, and movement, learning, motivation, emotion, frameworks for decision-making in social and cognition in humans and other animals. work practice. Reflect on the interaction of Prerequisite: PSYC 260. personal and professional values. Science PSYC 377-3 (BC=3) SOWK 207-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks SCIE 2101-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks Human Neuropsychology (3-0-0) 15 weeks Introduction to Social Welfare Explore the connection between brain Contemporary Issues in Science Introduction to the history of social welfare and behaviour with a particular focus on Examine contemporary issues in science and social services with a focus on Canada. human cognitive function and dysfunction. through engagement with primary Explores role of social work in colonization; Assimilate scientific evidence on the neural scientific literature and lay literature. Explore explores populations involved with service substrates of specific cognitive functions communication strategies used by science delivery systems; reflects on personal views; and related disorders. communicators. Analyze controversial data explores marginalization, oppression, social Prerequisite: PSYC 375. to select strategies for discourses on justice, and human rights. contemporary issues. Prerequisite: 15 credits of university level science courses.

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SOWK 209-4 (BC=5) SOWK 307-3 (BC=3) (240 hours) (3-0-0) 15 weeks Sociology Field Work I Social Policy Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. Application of in-class learning to a Examine the function of social policy in Check Course Timetable for availability. fieldwork setting, including building social work practice and service delivery, professional relationships and ethical including development, influences, analysis SOCI 260-3 (BC=3) conduct in a social work setting. of needs and gaps, and strategies for (3-0-0) 15 weeks Prerequisite: SOWK 212 promoting change. Introduction to Sociology Prerequisite or corequisite: SOWK 202 Prerequisite: SOWK 207, SOWK 214. Introduce sociological perspectives, methods, and concepts used to analyze SOWK 212-1 (BC=1) SOWK 308-4 (BC=5) social behaviour. Examine how culture, (0-3-0) 15 weeks (240 hours) socialization, institutions, and interactions Preparation for Practice Field Work II impact on social life. Focus on professional practice in service Demonstrate social work skills in supervised delivery settings. field setting while employing self-care and SOCI 261-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite or corequisite: SOWK 201, reflective practice. (3-0) 15 weeks SOWK 204, SOWK 214 Prerequisite or Corequisite: Successful Canadian Society completion of all first year SOWK courses Examines the structure and functioning SOWK 214-3 (BC=3) and SOWK 301 or permission of the of Canadian society, including political, (3-0-0) 15 weeks Department. economic, cultural and value structures Reconciliation through Social Work and processes. Introduces the impact of colonization on SOWK 309-4 (BC=5) Prerequisite: SOCI 260. Indigenous and non-Indigenous Canadians (240 hours) from a Social Work perspective. Focus is on Field Work III SOCI 301-3 (BC=3) reconciliation in preparation for practice. Practice social work in supervised field (3-0-0) 15 weeks work setting. Demonstrate professional Sociology of Gender SOWK 301-3 (BC=3) knowledge, skills, and ethics, and the Examine gender and sex roles in (3-0-0) 15 weeks contribution to one’s practice framework. contemporary Canadian society. Introduce Social Work Practice with Families Prerequisite: SOWK 308. theories of gender and sex role behaviour Examine social work practice with focusing on the social construction of diverse family forms across their lifespan. SOWK 312-3 (BC=3) gender. Examine gender along four Expand upon strategies for interviewing, (3-0-0) 15 weeks dimensions: interactional, individual, assessment, and intervention. Current Trends and Issues in Social Work institutional, and cultural. Prerequisite: SOWK 202. Explore current trends and issues in social Prerequisite: SOCI 260. work practice and how they relate to SOWK 304-3 (BC=3) social issues. Examine selected trauma SOCI 305-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks issues relevant in Canadian society using (3-0-0) 15 weeks Social Work Practice with Groups and a structural anti-oppressive framework. Selected Topics in Sociology Communities Develop critical consciousness to support Examination of selected social issue or Examine theories and models of group practice with clients in a variety of settings problem from a sociological perspective. work and community organization and contexts. Analysis of selected topic using sociological with contextual applications. Evaluate self Prerequisite: SOWK 307, SOWK 304, SOWK research, theory and concepts. as a group member, leader, and 315 Prerequisite: SOCI 260 community organizer. Note: Not eligible for challenge and Note: This course may be repeated for Prerequisite: SOWK 202 Advanced Standing. credit.

SOWK 306-3 (BC=3) SOWK 315-3 (BC=3) SOCI 307-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Leadership in Social Work Social Work Research Indigenous Peoples in Canada Examine effective leadership and Examine Social Work research Examine the historical and contemporary management through a social work lens. methodologies and their application in context and experiences of Indigenous Apply leadership and management theories practice. peoples in Canada. Analyze the dynamics to social services delivery and to programs Prerequisite: SOWK 307, SOWK 304 or of Indigenous groups’ relations with and program evaluation. permission of the department. each other and with the larger Canadian Prerequisite: SOWK 202, SOWK 207. society, particularly in relation to prejudice, discrimination, colonialism, and power. Prerequisite: SOCI 260.

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SOCI 310-3 (BC=4) SOCI 325-3 (BC=3) SOCI 344-3 (BC=3) (3-0-3) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Social Statistics I Criminology Mass Media and Popular Culture Assess statistical reasoning and techniques Discuss criminal behavior from a Analyze various forms of mass media and used by sociologists to summarize data sociological perspective. Apply theoretical popular culture such as music, television, and test hypotheses. Examine sampling explanations to various types of criminal film, advertising, sports, fashion, and social distributions, descriptive statistics, behavior and assess strategies for media. Focus on the interaction between inferential statistics, univariate and prevention. Describe various measures of media/popular culture and society, bivariate analyses, parametric and criminality and victimization. including economics, politics, ideology, non-parametric tests. Prerequisite: SOCI 260. and inequality. Prerequisite: SOCI 260. Prerequisite: SOCI 260. SOCI 327-3 (BC=3) SOCI 312-3 (BC=4) (3-0) 15 weeks SOCI 363-3 (BC=3) (3-0-3) 15 weeks Criminal Justice and Crime Control (3-0-0) 15 weeks Social Research Methodology Examine social responses to crime in Sociology of Work Appraise research design, data collection, relation to specific crime issues. Consider Examine meanings, trends, structures, and data processing strategies used by how crime control strategies are developed and social relations related to paid and sociologists. Examine research values, and executed. Consider how various unpaid work in Canada. Use sociological ethics, measurement, sampling, stages of justice system function together. theories to consider the nature and experimentation, survey research Examine changing directions of crime impacts of the changing nature of work in techniques, historical methods, field control. Evaluation of formal and informal contemporary society. research, and content analysis. crime control responses. Prerequisite: SOCI 260. Prerequisite: SOCI 260. Prerequisite: SOCI 325. SOCI 365-3 (BC=3) SOCI 315-3 (BC=4) SOCI 332-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-3) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Social Stratification Social Statistics II Classical Sociological Theory Employ sociological perspective to a study Expand training in quantitative methods Explore the historical context of the of social inequality in Canada. Examine employed extensively in the social sciences development of classical sociological the bases of social inequality, such as in general and sociology in particular. theory. Examine theories of Karl Marx, class, gender, age, and ethnicity; and Examines bivariate ordinary least squares Emile Durkheim, Max Weber, Charlotte the intersectionality of these bases of (OLS) regression, multivariate regression Perkins Gilman, W.E.B. Du Bois and others. social inequality. Analyze the causes and techniques, non-linear relationships, Use classical social theory to analyze consequences of social inequality and their interaction analysis, and logistic regression. social issues. policy implications. Prerequisite: SOCI 310. Prerequisite: SOCI 260. Prerequisite: SOCI 260.

SOCI 322-3 (BC=3) SOCI 333-3 (BC=3) SOCI 368-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Social Issues in Canada Contemporary Sociologic Theory Race and Ethnicity in Canada A survey course on social issues in Canada. Examine the ideas of key twentieth and Examine racial and ethnic differences Regional and national scope will be covered twenty-first century social theorists with a and inequalities as social constructs and in such areas as health, safety, the economy, focus on contemporary sociological theory, in relation to prejudice, discrimination, the environment, community belonging, with focus on Structural Functionalism, colonialism, assimilation, power, and integration of newcomers and education. Critical Theory, Exchange Theory, Symbolic prestige. Use sociological theories Prerequisite: SOCI 310 or SOCI 312 or Interactionism, Poststructuralism, to examine the diversity in historical consent of the department. Postmodernism, and theories of background and contemporary social Note: You cannot receive credit for SOCI 322 Globalization. Analyze social issues status of a variety of groups in Canada. if you have previously taken ANTH 357. using contemporary sociological theory. Prerequisite: SOCI 260. Prerequisite: SOCI 332. SOCI 323-3 (BC=3) SOCI 371-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks SOCI 341-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks Sociology of Poverty (3-0) 15 weeks Sociology of Families Examine poverty from a sociological Social Psychology Examine how social factors influence the perspective. Explore the meaning and Note: This course is not currently offered. If ever changing experiences, transitions experience of poverty in a Canadian you wish to take Social Psychology, register and trends in the formations, functions, context. Analyze the ability of sociological for PSYC 341 (3-0), which carries an identical and relations of North American Families. explanations to inform poverty reduction. program credit at the University of Alberta. Analyze specific family issues such as Prerequisite: SOCI 260. Prerequisite: SOCI 260/261 or PSYC intimate partnerships, parenting, 260/261. divorce, violence, and poverty from sociological perspectives. rdc.ab.ca Prerequisite: SOCI 260. 79 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

SOCI 373-3 (BC=3) SPAN 101-3 (BC=4) (3-0-0) 15 weeks (4-1) 15 weeks Theatre and Sociology of Aging Beginners’ Spanish I Entertainment Examine aging as a socio-cultural Beginning to learn Spanish. Understanding, phenomenon with a focus on social and speaking, reading and writing. The oral Production institutional factors associated with aging aspect of the language is stressed in class. in modern society. Analyze the nature and Note: Courses open to Theatre & impacts of populating aging. Explore the SPAN 102-3 (BC=4) Entertainment Production students only aging processes in relation to culture, work, (4-1) 15 weeks housing, health, and family in Canadian Beginners’ Spanish II THTR 105-2 (BC=2) society. For students who have taken SPAN 101. (120 hrs minimum) Prerequisite: SOCI 260. The oral aspect of the language is stressed Production Crew I in class. This course will be the first introduction SOCI 374-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: SPAN 101 or equivalent. of the student to a working knowledge (3-0-0) 15 weeks of the technical aspects of entertainment Sociology of Health and Illness SPAN 201-3 (BC=4) production. Students will apply course Examine how social factors influence (4-1) 15 weeks instructed learning, including those of knowledge, treatments, experiences Intermediate Spanish I stagecraft, drafting, prop building, lighting, of disease, and approaches for disease Spoken and written Spanish, including sound, and stage management, as well as prevention. Explore the ethics of health grammar, composition, literature and continued hands-on learning. Students will research, practices, and problems conversation. The literature includes works be assigned to a designated technical area, experienced by healthcare providers. of modern authors. as well as expected hours of participating in Assess the Canadian healthcare system Prerequisite: Spanish 30 or SPAN 102 or other areas within various productions and focusing evaluations on issues of delivery, equivalent. events. Students will be assisted by 2nd year financing or allocation. students, and instructed by a department Prerequisite: SOCI 260. SPAN 202-3 (BC=4) technical instructor. (4-1) 15 weeks Corequisite: THTR 125 and consent of the SOCI 376-3 (BC=3) Intermediate Spanish II Department. (3-0) 15 weeks The continuation of SPAN 201. Spoken and Sociology of Religion wr itten Spanish, including gr ammar, THTR 106-2 (BC=2) Utilize the theories and concepts utilized composition, literature and conversation. (120 hrs minimum) by sociologists to interpret religious The literature includes works of modern Production Crew II behaviour and the organization of religion. authors. Continued theoretical and practical Examine the interconnection between Prerequisite: SPAN 201 or equivalent. instruction towards a working knowledge religion, culture, and society from different of the technical aspects of entertainment sociological perspectives. production. Prerequisite: SOCI 260. Prerequisite: THTR 105 and consent of the Department. Statistics THTR 107-2 (BC=2) Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. (120 hrs minimum) Spanish Check Course Timetable for availability. Production Crew III Continued theoretical and practical Note: 100-level language courses are STAT 251-3 (BC=4) instruction towards a working knowledge intended for students with little or no (3-0-2) 15 weeks of the technical aspects of entertainment background in the language. Students Introductory Statistics production. The work may be a new who have high school matriculation in the Explore methods for the collection, application of practica skills, or be an language, or who are taking a 100-level organization and summarization of data. opportunity to redevelop and strengthen course to meet a university’s matriculation Interpret the concepts of probability current skills. requirements, may be denied transfer credit. and distributions in order to make Prerequisite: THTR 106 and consent of the Check the Transfer Guide and with the inferences about quantitative problems Department. university. in applied settings. Prerequisite: Math 30-1 or Math 30-2. Anti-requisite: STAT 241, PSYC 309, SOCI 311, and BUS 306.

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THTR 118-3 (BC=3) THTR 158-3 (BC=3) THTR 206-3 (BC=3) (48 hrs) (40 hrs) (180 hrs minimum) Scenic Props Drafting for the Entertainment Arts Applied Practice and Theory II Introduction to the theory and techniques Introduction to technical communication Theoretical and practical instruction in of developing scenic props. Presented in techniques within the entertainment the production of entertainment events workshop format. industry. Emphasis on theatrical drafting, through involvement in theatre and drafting conventions and types of working entertainment productions. Students will THTR 125-4 (BC=4) drawings as important elements in the have the opportunity to redevelop and (74 hrs) communication of technical and design strengthen previously acquired skills, or Introduction to Stagecraft I requirements. they may be assigned to a position meant Entertainment production techniques to introduce new skills. Students will be including stage and shop safety, scenic THTR 168-2 (BC=2) assigned a designated area of responsibility carpentry. Strong hands-on component. (36 hrs) within various productions and events. Stage and Event Management Prerequisite: THTR 205 and consent of the THTR 126-3 (BC=3) Introduction to fundamentals of the Department. (48 hrs) production process in management and Stagecraft II communication skills for the entertainment THTR 207-3 (BC=3) Continued study of entertainment industry. (180 hrs minimum) production techniques, including continued Applied Practice and Theory III stage and shop safety, scenic carpentry, and THTR 176-3 (BC=3) Theoretical and practical instruction in theatrical rigging. (40 hrs) the production of entertainment events. Prerequisite: THTR 125. History and Analysis of Entertainment Students will be able to continue refining Production skills and working on communication THTR 135-2 (BC=2) The study of design processes for the and team building skills required in the (44 hrs) entertainment industry. Emphasis will entertainment industry. Students will be Sound for the Entertainment Industry be placed on technical connections to assigned a designated area of responsibility Theory and practice in basic sound for the historical theatre and will examine a variety within various productions and events entertainment industry. Examining the of processes used in project analysis for live where they will work with first year students function and operation of professional performances. Learning and using research in a supervisory role. sound equipment and the fundamentals of skills and problem-solving pathways are the Prerequisite: THTR 206 and consent of the sound design. primary course objectives Department. Corequisite: THTR 158. THTR 136-2 (BC=2) THTR 215-2 (BC=2) (41 hrs) THTR 205-3 (BC=3) (36 hrs) Sound for Live Events (180 hrs minimum) Scenic Painting Continued theory and practice in basic Applied Practice and Theory I This course will teach the student a sound for the entertainment industry. Theoretical and practical instruction in systematic approach to painting theatrical Examine the function and operation of the production of entertainment events scenery. The class will examine traditional professional sound equipment, and the through involvement in theatre and scene painting techniques and the tools fundamentals of sound design. entertainment productions. This will allow and materials that have been developed Prerequisite: THTR 135. students to implement and refine skills to support those techniques. Instructed by previously acquired, in both class and department staff. THTR 145-2 (BC=2) practical work. Students will be assigned Prerequisite: THTR 176. (42 hrs) a designated area of responsibility within Lighting for the Entertainment Industry I various productions and events. THTR 258-3 (BC=3) Theory and practice in basic electricity Prerequisite: THTR 107 and consent of the (40 hrs) for the theatre. Function and operation of Department. Drawing as Communication professional lighting equipment. Introduction to perspective rendering and figure drawing as a communication THTR 146-2 (BC=2) tool within the production processes of (41 hrs) entertainment events. Lighting for the Entertainment Industry Prerequisite: THTR 158. Continued theory and practice in basic electricity for the entertainment and theatre. Function and operation of professional lighting equipment. Prerequisite: THTR 145.

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THTR 265-2 (BC=2) THTR 296-3 (BC=3) THTR 120-3 (BC=3) (30 hrs) (56 hrs) (44 hrs) Stage and Event Management II Intensive Series II The Expressive Body I Continued management and Theatre and entertainment production An introduction to physical techniques and communication skills for the advanced study intensives. Students will practices as it relates to theatre acting and entertainment industry. be able to choose areas of interest in the creation work. Prerequisite: THTR 168. entertainment industry to study at a more advanced level. THTR 121-3 (BC=3) THTR 278-5 (BC=5) Prerequisite: THTR 295. (40 hrs) (80 hrs) The Expressive Body II Design and Visual Communication THTR 297-3 (BC=3) Continued development of physical within the Entertainment Industry (64 hrs) techniques and practices as it relates Examining the creative techniques and Intensive Series III to theatre acting and creation work. visual communication of theatrical design Theatre and entertainment production Prerequisite: THTR 120. from concept to final presentation. advanced studies intensives. Students will Emphasis will be made on the various be able to choose areas of interest at a THTR 130-3 (BC=3) forms of communication used by designers. more advanced level in order to reinforce (44 hrs) This course will implement skills previously career choices. The Expressive Voice I acquired, including those of drawing, Prerequisite: THTR 296. Introduction to the techniques and drafting, prop building, lighting practices of voice training as it relates to and stagecraft. theatre acting, singing and creation work. Prerquisite: THTR 176. THTR 131-3 (BC=3) THTR 285-2 (BC=2) Theatre Performance (40 hrs) (30 hrs) and Creation The Expressive Voice II Professional Development I Continued development of voice Researching and developing life-skills and Note: Courses open to Theatre Performance techniques and practices as it relates to career paths within the Entertainment & Creation students only theatre acting, singing and creation work. industry. Accessing information from Prerequisite: THTR 130. contacts with educators, practicing THTR 100-2 (BC=2) professionals, and employers in the (33 hrs) THTR 140-3 (BC=3) entertainment industry. Theatre Research & Development I (30 hrs class/36 hrs lab) An introduction for the theatre artist into Acting I THTR 286-2 (BC=2) the practical and theoretical approaches to An introduction to improvisation as it (42 hrs) play analysis, theatrical forms and styles. relates to the process of acting and creating Professional Development II for the theatre. Researching and developing life-skills and THTR 101-2 (BC=2) career paths within the Entertainment (30 hrs) THTR 141-3 (BC=3) industry. Accessing information from Theatre Research & Development II (30 hrs class/30 hrs lab) contacts with educators, practicing Continued practical and theoretical Acting II professionals, and employers in the investigation of plays, theatrical forms Continued exploration of the acting and entertainment industry. and styles. creation process as it relates to theatre text. Prerequisite: THTR 285. Prerequisite: THTR 100. Prerequisite: THTR 140.

THTR 295-2 (BC=2) THTR 110-1 (BC=1) THTR 150-2 (BC=2) (24 hrs) (11 hrs) (90 hrs) Intensive Series I The Business of Theatre I Theatre Artist Studio I Students will be able to choose areas of Introduction to the business of theatre as it An introductory level of competencies interest in the entertainment industry to pertains to the individual theatre artist. for further training practices, rehearsal study at a more advanced level. Material processes and presentations of published may be presented in workshop, classroom, THTR 111-1 (BC=1) plays, new plays and/or self-created works or through hands-on work. (10 hrs) as it relates to ensemble theatre creation Prerequisite: THTR 126 and consent of the The Business of Theatre II and performance. Department. Continued investigation of the business of theatre as it pertains to the individual theatre artist and theatre collaborators. Prerequisite: THTR 110.

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THTR 151-3 (BC=3) THTR 250-3 (BC=3) TVOC 012-2 (BC=2) (135 hrs) (135 hrs) (2-0) 15 weeks Theatre Artist Studio II Theatre Artist Studio III Recreation and Community Living An intermediate level of competencies for An advanced level of rehearsal process Studying basic concepts of fitness, nutrition rehearsal and performance of published and performance as it relates to a piece and lifestyle planning. Identifying services plays, new plays and/or self-created works of theatre (published, new work or provided by local community agencies and as it relates to ensemble theatre creation self creation) and/or placement in a facilities. and performance. theatre related field study environment. Prerequisite: THTR 150. Prerequisite: THTR 151. TVOC 013-5 (BC=5) (300 hours) 15 weeks THTR 160-3 (BC=3) THTR 251-5 (BC=5) Jobsite Skills Training I (40 hrs) (225 hrs) “Hands-on” skill training in the employment Introduction to Devising Theatre Theatre Artist Studio IV area best suited to your interests and An introduction to concepts and alternative An advanced level of rehearsal process abilities. Three days per week. approaches for devising original theatre and performance as it relates to a piece pieces. of theatre (published, new work or self TVOC 014-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: ENGL 219 and THTR 140. creation) and/or placement in a theatre (3-0) 16 weeks related field study environment. This Interpersonal Skills THTR 200-1 (BC=1) course will also focus on self created solo Communicating with others in the most (18 hrs) performance along with preparation for effective way. Conflict resolution skills, Theatre Research and Development III entering the professional realm of theatre assertiveness, problem-solving and stress Advanced practical and theoretical or going on to further advanced levels management. investigation of theatre text, form and styles. of training. Prerequisite: THTR 101. Prerequisite: THTR 250. TVOC 015-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 16 weeks THTR 210-1 (BC=1) THTR 260-8 (BC=8) Skills for Employment (9 hrs) (120 hrs class/30 hrs lab) Exploring occupational choices and looking The Business of Theatre III Creative Fusion at individual abilities and interests. Learning Further investigation of the business of An intense advanced level laboratory and practicing job search techniques. theatre as it pertains to the individual integrating disciplines of the theatre as they theatre artist and the global theatre relate to solo and group theatre creation TVOC 016-3 (BC=3) industry. and performance. This course, taught by (3-0) 16 weeks Prerequisite: THTR 111. a team of specialists, will have students Skills for Independence applying advanced levels of movement, Combines skills necessary for banking THTR 220-3 (BC=3) acting and voice skills for development and and budgeting with skills needed for wise (36 hrs) presentation of both published works and shopping and having an apartment. The Expressive Body III self created works. Advanced application of physical Prerequisite: THTR 220, THTR 230, TVOC 017-5 (BC=5) expression techniques and practices as it THTR 240 & THTR 160. (320 hours) 16 weeks relates to theatre acting and creation work. Jobsite Skills Training II Prerequisite: THTR 121. “Hands-on” skill training in the employment area best suited to your interests and THTR 230-3 (BC=3) abilities. Three days per week. (36 hrs) Transitional The Expressive Voice III Vocational TVOC 018-5 (BC=5) Advanced application of voice techniques (240 hours) 8 weeks and practices as it relates to theatre acting, TVOC 010-4 (BC=4) Block Practicum singing and creation work. (4-0) 15 weeks Full-time work experience in the field you Self-Awareness want to find a job in. Hours of work during THTR 240-3 (BC=3) Developing and increasing your this placement will vary depending on the (30 hrs class/24 lab) understanding of self and how you present business requirements. Acting III that to others. Advanced application of the acting and creation process as it relates to TVOC 011-4 (BC=4) theatre styles. (4-0) 15 weeks Prerequisite: THTR 141. Vocational Preparation Introduction to the world of work. Examining reasons for working, areas that influence success on the job, getting a job, and keeping it. rdc.ab.ca 83 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Unit Clerk

UNIT 100-3 (BC=3) (0-2-0 - 68 lab hours) Computer Skills Develop computer skills critical for success in the Unit Clerk field. Prerequisite: None. Prior Learning recognition, based on a skills appraisal, is available for students with computer skills but application for PLAR must be completed by the Add/ Drop date.

UNIT 101-1 (BC=1) (42 lab hours) Keyboarding Develop keyboarding speed and accuracy.

UNIT 102-4 (BC=4) (60 hours) Medical Terminology Using and interpreting medical terminology, abbreviations and symbols commonly used in the health care system.

UNIT 103-7 (BC=7) (105 hours) Processing Medical Orders Develop processing, critical thinking and problem solving skills by completing thorough and accurate medical orders. Prerequisite or Corequisite: UNIT 102.

UNIT 105-2 (BC=2) (145 hours) Preceptored Practice Demonstrate integration and consolidation of knowledge, skills, attitudes, behaviours and judgment within the context of a comprehensive Unit Clerk practice setting. Prerequisite: Unit Clerk 100, 101, 102, 103, 106, 107.

UNIT 106-2 (BC=2) (2-0-0 - 32 hours) Exploring the Role of the Unit Clerk Develop the skills, attitudes and behavior necessary to perform the role of the Unit Clerk.

UNIT 107-3 (BC=3) (45 hours) Essential Communication Skills for Unit Clerks Develop interpersonal communication skills, practice oral presentation skills, apply professional skills, and create an effective resume.

84 rdc.ab.ca ADULT BASIC EDUCATION COURSES

Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. Check Course Timetable for availability. Mathematics Reading Writing

MATH 038-5 (BC=5) READ 038-5 (BC=5) WRIT 038-5 (BC=5) (5-0) 15 weeks (5-0) 15 weeks (5-0) 15 weeks Basic Math Basic Reading Basic Writing Basic skills in adding, subtracting, A structured reading course which Sentences, simple paragraphs, spelling, and multiplying and dividing whole numbers, provides basic reading skills and improves phonics. Students entering this level may plus an introduction to fractions. vocabulary. Students entering this level may have limited writing skills. Note: May not be offered every year. have limited reading skills. Note: May not be offered every year. Note: May not be offered every year. MATH 039-5 (BC=5) WRIT 039-5 (BC=5) (5-0) 15 weeks READ 039-5 (BC=5) (5-0) 15 weeks Basic Math (5-0) 15 weeks Basic Writing Understanding fractions, decimals, Basic Reading Sentence construction and paragraphs, geometry, measurement. Students will read a variety of materials spelling rules and strategies, journal writing. more fluently. Vocabulary development and Introduction to grammar. MATH 040-5 (BC= 5) reading comprehension are stressed. Note: May not be offered every year. (5-0) 15 weeks Note: May not be offered every year. Basic Math WRIT 040-5 (BC=5) A review of fractions and whole numbers, READ 040-5 (BC=5) (5-0) 15 weeks plus concentration on decimals, percent, (5-0) 15 weeks Basic Writing ratio and proportion, measurement, and Basic Reading Concentration is now focused on writing graphing. Increased focus on improving reading clearly and confidently to prepare for skills, enriching vocabulary and developing further studies or employment. Includes a critical thinking skills. Students entering this study of grammar. level are reasonably fluent readers.

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Note: You must have strong prerequisite skills to be successful in higher course levels. Note: Some courses in our program may be taken through independent study subject to Associate Dean approval.

BIOL 095-6 (BC=6) Adult Development (5-0-2) 15 weeks English Preparatory Biology ADEV 068-1 (BC=1) ENGL 045-5 (BC=5) Principles of human anatomy and (0-1-0) 15 weeks (5-0-0) 15 weeks physiology. Cell division and genetics. Supported Study I Fundamental English Skills Basic population and community dynamics. Participate in a systemic approach to study Basic reading and writing skills including This course will prepare you for more activities to improve academic and personal spelling, reading comprehension, advanced studies in biology. Lab work is skills. Identify resources to support learning. vocabulary skills, and writing at the related to class discussions, and allows Plan and record 15 hours of activities that sentence and paragraph level. you to improve certain biology lab skills. engage various supportive resources (for Note: This is a credit/ no credit course. Equivalent to Biology 30. example: instructor consultations, tutoring Note: This course cannot be repeated for Prerequisite: BIOL 085 or Biology 20. supports, library learning supports, campus credit. Prerequisite or Corequisite: ENGL 075. service centres, online study modules, or peer study groups). ENGL 050-5 (BC=5) (5-0-0) 15 weeks ADEV 069-2 (BC-2) Basic English (0-2-0) 15 weeks Chemistry Develop reading, vocabulary, Supported Study II comprehension and basic writing skills. Participate in a systemic approach to study Note: You need a lab coat and safety glasses Provide a basic introduction to literature. activities to improve academic and personal to take part in chemistry labs. You can buy skills. Identify resources to support learning. these items at the Bookstore. Please note ENGL 075-5 (BC=5) Plan and record 30 hours of activities that that contact lenses are not allowed in the (5-0-0) 15 weeks engage various supportive resources (for laboratory. Reading Viewing and Composition example: instructor consultations, tutoring Introduce major literary genres. Develop supports, library learning supports, campus CHEM 085-5 (BC=6) critical and analytical reading and viewing service centres, online study modules, or (5-0-1) 15 weeks skills. Respond to texts in written and oral peer study groups). Introductory Chemistry form. Develop and improve writing skills, An introduction to atomic structure, including grammar. Provide an introduction elements, the periodic table and chemical to research and documentation. Equivalent bonding, with a greater emphasis placed on to ELA 10-1 and ELA 20-2. nomenclature, reactions and stoichiometry. Prerequisite: ENGL 050 or ELA 10-2. Biology Equivalent to Chemistry 20. Prerequisite or Corequisite: Math 075 or ENGL 090-5 (BC=5) BIOL 085-5 (BC=6) Math 10C. (5-0-0) 15 weeks (5-0-1) 15 weeks Analytical Reading and Writing Introductory Biology CHEM 095-6 (BC=6) Discuss a variety of literary texts, including For students with no biology background. (5-0-2) 15 weeks long fiction, short fiction, essays, poetry, Basic environmental biology. Photosynthesis Preparatory Chemistry drama, oral texts and/or multimedia texts. and cellular respiration. Human systems. Lab For students with previous study in chemical Cultivate analytical and critical reading skills. work is related to class discussion and gives nomenclature, reactions and stoichiometry. Extend writing and grammar skills. Expand you practical experience in a lab setting. Topics to be covered include Gases, Solutions, and polish research and documentation Equivalent to Biology 20. Energy, Electrochemistry, Equilibrium and skills. Equivalent to ELA 30-2. Prerequisite or Corequisite: ENGL 050. Acids and Bases. Equivalent to Chemistry 30 Prereqisite: ENGL 075 or ELA 20-1 or Prerequisite: CHEM 085 or Chemistry 20 and ELA 20-2. Math 075 or Math 10C.

86 rdc.ab.ca ENGL 095-5 (BC=5) MATH 075-5 (BC=5) MATH 097-5 (BC=5) (5-0-0) 15 weeks (5-0-0) 15 weeks (5-0-0) 15 weeks Literature and Composition Introductory Algebra Introduction to Calculus Discuss the major literary forms of prose, An introductory course for students requiring A senior course recommended for drama, and poetry. Develop critical and algebra. Topics include; polynomials and students who will be taking university analytical reading skills. Cultivate skills with factoring; linear equations and their graphs; calculus courses. Topics include: limits essay writing and argumentation. Extend solving equations and inequalities; problem and continuity; derivatives; graphing; skills with research and documentation. solving; geometry; and trigonometry. applications of derivatives; integration; Equivalent to ELA 30-1 Equivalent to Math 10C. applications of integration. Equivalent to Prerequisite: ENGL 090 or ELA 30-2 or Prerequisite: MATH 050 or Math 9. Math 31. ELA 20-1 or English for Academic Prerequisite or Corequisite: MATH 096 or Purposes (EAP) Level 2. MATH 082-5 (BC=5) Math 30-1. (5-0-0) 15 weeks Intermediate Math Principles An intermediate math course. Topics include: measurement, mathematical English Language reasoning, trigonometry, quadratic Physics Learning functions and equations, statistics, and radicals. Equivalent to Math 20-2. PHYS 085-5 (BC=6) (5-0-1) 15 weeks ELL 1001-0 (BC=10) Introductory Physics (25-0-0) 7 weeks MATH 085-5 (BC=5) (5-0-0) 15 weeks Course topics include kinematics, dynamics, English Language Learning I circular motion, work and energy, oscillatory English language preparation, equivalency Intermediate Algebra An intermediate course for students requiring motion and mechanical waves. Equivalent of CLB Level 6, for students admitted to the to Physics 20. ESL-HCA cohort program. algebra. Topics include: functions, relations and graphing, systems of equations; radicals Prerequisite: Math 075 or Math 10C. and their properties; rational expressions; ELL 1002-0 (BC=10) PHYS 095-6 (BC=6) (25-0-0) 7 weeks quadratic equations and functions; and selected topics from trigonometry. Equivalent (5-0-2) 15 weeks English Language Learning II Preparatory Physics English language preparation, equivalency to Math 20-1. Prerequisite: MATH 075 or Math 10C. Course topics include momentum and of CLB Level 7, for students admitted to the impulse, forces and fields, electromagnetic ESL-HCA cohort program. Math 092-5 (BC=5) radiation, and atomic physics. Equivalent to (5-0-0) 15 weeks Physics 30. Senior Algebra and Trigonometry Prerequisite: PHYS 085 or Physics 20 and A senior math course. Topics include: logical MATH 085, Math 20-1 or Math 30-2. Mathematics reasoning and set theory; probability; permutations and combinations; rational Note: Students who have been out of high expressions; logarithmic and exponential school for one year or more will be required to functions; polynomial and sinusoidal Social Studies be tested prior to placement in a mathematics functions. Equivalent to Math 30-2. course in the Academic Upgrading Program. Prerequisite: Math 085, Math 20-1 or SOST 095-5 (BC=5) Please book for your test by calling 342.3400 Math 20-2. (5-0) 15 weeks or 343.4026. Twentieth Century World MATH 096-6 (BC=6) Learners will acquire a conceptual MATH 050-5 (BC=5) (6-0-0) 15 weeks framework with which to respond to (5-0-0) 15 weeks Precalculus: Algebra & Trigonometry developing global issues by studying how Preparatory Mathematics A senior math course. Topics include: ideologies originate and their effect on A basic mathematics course for students polynomial and rational functions; identity and citizenship. The course will requiring algebra or applied mathematics. logarithmic and exponential functions; focus on classical and modern liberalism, Topics include: operations on rational trigonometric functions; sequences and the viability of liberalism, and challenges of numbers; Metric and English measurement; series; permutations and combinations. communism, totalitarianism, fascism and geometry in 1, 2, and 3 dimensions; Equivalent to Math 30-1. Nazism including economic systems. introduction to algebra; and solving Prerequisite: MATH 085 or Math 20-1. High School Equivalent: Social Studies 30-1 equations. Prerequisite: Social Studies 20-1 or consent of Department. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: ENGL 090 or ELA 30-1, or consent of the Department.

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A Academic Upgrading...... 7, 86 G P Accounting ...... 7 General Engineering Technology 40 Pharmacy Technician...... 68 Acting 8 Geography 40 Philosophy ...... 69 Administrative Professional . . . . . 10 Physical Education and Adult Basic Education Courses . . . . 85 H Sport Studies...... 71 Physics ...... 71 Anthropology 11 Health Care Aide ...... 41 Health Sciences 42 Physiology...... 71 Art ...... 12 Political Science ...... 72 History ...... 43 Arts and Animation ...... 15 Practical Nurse...... 72 Animation and Visual Effects 15 Human Resources Management . . . 44 Production...... 73 Astronomy 16 Psychology...... 76 I B Indigenous Studies ...... 45 S Biochemistry ...... 17 Instrumentation Engineering Science 77 Biology ...... 17 Technology 46 Social Work ...... 77 Business ...... 18 Interdisciplinary Studies ...... 47 Sociology ...... 78 Business Administration ...... 19 International Business 48 Spanish 80 Statistics ...... 80 C J Chemistry ...... 22 Justice Studies ...... 49 T Classics ...... 23 Theatre and Entertainment K Communications 23 Production 80 Kinesiology and Sport Studies . . . . 50 Computing Science ...... 24 Theatre Performance and Creation 82 Creation ...... 24 L Transitional Vocational ...... 83

Legal Assistant ...... 53 D U Dance 24 M Unit Clerk 84 Drama 24 Management ...... 54 E Mathematics ...... 56 Early Learning and Child Care 25 Mechanical Engineering Earth and Atmospheric Sciences 27 Technology ...... 57 Economics 27 Media Studies and Professional Education ...... 28 Communication ...... 58 Educational Assistant ...... 30 Medical Lab Assistant ...... 59 Electrical Engineering Technology . . . 31 Motion Picture Arts ...... 59 Engineering ...... 33 Music ...... 60 English ...... 34 N F Nursing 64 Family Studies 37 O Film ...... 37 Occupational and Physical Film, Theatre and Live Entertainment . 38 Therapist Assistant 67 Finance 38 French ...... 39

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