Course ID: ANTH110

Name: GENDER AGE & CULTURE

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This course provides a general overview of the cross-cultural variation in social roles related to gender, age and culture. Gender and age roles are culturally constructed in relation to social structure and political systems. Human development, including the social roles of children, adolescents, adults and elders will be examined. Also explored is human variation in relation to sex and development. In this class, we will discuss how societies organize sex and gender differences, and what it means to be a man, woman or third gender in different cultures. Gender roles will be examined in relation to other cultural features, such as status, health, sexuality and fertility. We will also explore the impact of gender differences as part of social organization with respect to culture change and globalization.

PREREQUISITES/COREQUISITES:60% in ELA 30-1 

Course ID: ANTH260

Name: INDIGENOUS NATIONS OF NORTH AMERICA

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This course provides an introduction to the study of the history, cultures, and present concerns of the Indigenous peoples across North America from an anthropological perspective, with a focus on nations in Canada. Traditional lifeways and contemporary issues will be discussed by examining different culture areas across the continent.

PREREQUISITE: 100 level Anthropology

Course ID: ANTH207

Name: INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL & CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Course ID: ANTH103

Name: RACE & RACISM IN THE MODERN WORLD

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This course gives an anthropological perspective on how the concept of race has been used to understand biological and cultural variation among humans. Issues and topics discussed will include multiculturalism, ethnic identity, prejudice, ethnocentrism, racism, eugenics and the persistence of ethnic identity in the face of globalization. Case studies from different parts of the world are used to illustrate these concepts, including current issues of interest in Canada. PREREQUISITE: 60% in ELA 30-1

Course ID: ANTH210

Name: VISUAL ANTHROPOLOGY

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Visual Anthropology is one of the fastest growing subfields in Anthropology and has a unique capacity to produce ethnographic data for a wider audience. Students will examine how visual communication within societies shapes our understanding of the world. In this course, we study four areas of interest: the study of visual culture, multimodal anthropology, Indigenous and activist media, and ethnographic filmmaking. This course takes a multidimensional approach to the study of visual anthropology and also examines how colonialism and power have shaped narratives and visual culture.

Course ID: CLAS102

Name: GREEK AND ROMAN MYTHOLOGY

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

In this survey course, students learn about the most influential myths and legends of Greece and Rome. Readings from ancient literature in translation and illustrations from ancient Greek and Roman art reveal the cultural, historical, and religious contexts of the myths within ancient societies. The continuing influences of the myths as a source of inspiration for some of the major works in world literature and art are discussed.

Course ID: ARTH101

Name: INTRODUCTION TO THE HISTORY OF WESTERN ART I

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Course ID: ARTH102

Name: INTRODUCTION TO THE HISTORY OF WESTERN ART II

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This course introduces the history of visual arts and design from the 14th Century to the present day. While the course can be taken by itself, it also builds on the knowledge gained from ARTH 101, which covers the history of visual arts and design from the earliest times up to the 14th Century. Starting from a period considered to be the origin of our modern age, ARTH 102 follows the development of visual arts to the types of art, design, and architecture found in our contemporary world.

In our modern age, we are inclined to take for granted the cornucopia of visual images and art to which we are exposed, which has increased dramatically with the rise of mass advertising and television. In today's digital age, the impact of visual content is becoming more significant with the rise of the Internet and electronic media. Yet of all the arts, the visual arts are perhaps those most dependent on a continuum of evolution, development, tradition, and experimentation founded on earlier models. This course will introduce you to the wealth contained in that continuum. It will also introduce you to ways of looking at and considering visual art in a deeper and more fulfilling way. Students will acquire some vocabulary, terminology and more common methodologies. You will develop skills in analyzing and discussing works of art, understanding the cultural context of the art, and how works of art reflect cultural concerns and imperatives.

For those who wish to continue the study of art history, this course will provide the foundation for academic approaches to the subject. The course introduces some of the most significant human creations, works, and artifacts that impact human thoughts and experiences while continuing to influence our imaginations and intellect.

Course ID: DRMA101

Name: DRAMATIC PROCESS I

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

An introduction to the process of acting and dramatic form through the process of improvisation. This workshop-based course will explore speech and movement improvisation with an emphasis on imaginative development and introduction to the process of acting and to dramatic form. PREREQUISITE: 60% in ELA 30-1

Course ID: DRMA102

Name: PLAY ANALYSIS

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

DRMA 102 is an in-depth look into the key elements and concepts of Play Analysis. This course introduces students to a variety of approaches when analyzing plays. It will focus on elements of genre, structure, style, character, theme, language, imagery, and dramatic action, among other topics pertinent to dramatic narrative and structure. PREREQUISITE: 60% in ELA 30-1

Course ID: NATA166

Name: VISUAL ARTS I - DRAWING

Hours: 75

Credits: 3

The focus of this course is on the exploration of a variety of wet & dry drawing materials and the development of basic drawing skills. Students will be introduced to fundamentals including line, shape, volume, value, texture, perspective and composition. This exploration and skill development will be done through observational and imaginative drawing.

Course ID: NATA167

Name: VISUAL ARTS II - PAINTING

Hours: 75

Credits: 3

This is an introductory painting course that familiarizes students with a variety of techniques, concepts, and processes in painting. The focus will be on using acrylic paint to develop an understanding of colour and composition. This will be done through a series of projects that feature a variety of genres, compositional concepts and visual strategies.

Course ID: KINS118

Name: MEASUREMENT AND EVALUATION

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Introduction of fundamental concepts and methods linked to measurement and evaluation of physical activity programs and participants. Students will develop skills in data collection, analysis, and reporting to inform decision-making and program evaluation in physical activity and sport settings.

Course ID: KINS115

Name: APPLIED RESISTANCE TRAINING

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Introduction to the principles and techniques of resistance training. Students will learn proper exercise form, program design, and injury prevention strategies to improve strength, endurance, and overall fitness. Emphasis will be placed on developing personalized training programs and understanding the physiological adaptations to resistance training.

Course ID: KINS114

Name: HISTORY OF SPORT

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This course explores the evolution of sport from ancient times to the present day, examining how cultural, social, and political factors have shaped sporting practices and institutions. Students will study key moments in the history of sport, significant figures, and the development of modern sports and their global impact. The course also considers the role of sport in society and its influence on issues such as identity, race, gender, and class.

Course ID: KINS110

Name: FOUNDATIONS OF HUMAN MOVEMENT

Hours: 52.5

Credits: 3

This course explores human movement through multiple contexts, including daily living, recreation, sport, and exercise and apply it in practice through participatory and experiential learning.

Course ID: KINS210

Name: INTRODUCTION TO NUTRITION

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Overview of the fundamental principles of human nutrition, including macronutrients, micronutrients, digestion, metabolism, and the role of nutrition in health and disease prevention. Exploration of dietary guidelines, food sources, and the impact of nutrition on physical and mental well-being across the lifespan.

Course ID: KINS112

Name: INTRODUCTION TO PERSONAL PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Hours: 52.5

Credits: 3

The promotion of lifelong physical activity habits through active participation and self-assessment. Examination and application of the foundations of physical fitness, health, and wellness with an emphasis being on the knowledge and understanding of basic concepts and methods of physical fitness and active living.

Course ID: KINS220

Name: INTRODUCTION TO COACHING

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Introduction to coaching theory focusing on theoretical and practical coaching topics including ethical decision-making, practice planning, basic mental skills, teaching, and learning.

Course ID: KINS111

Name: INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOCULTURAL FOUNDATIONS OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION, LEISURE, AND SPORT

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

The study of sociocultural factors that shape physical education, recreation, leisure, and sport in contemporary society. Social institutions, culture, politics, and economics will be explored on how they influence physical activity and sport participation.

Course ID: COMP245

Name: AGILE METHODOLOGY

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

The Agile Methodology course with a focus on Scrum and SCRUM Ceremonies provides students with a comprehensive understanding of Agile principles, Scrum framework, and the various ceremonies associated with Scrum. Students will learn how to implement Agile practices in software development projects, manage Scrum teams effectively, and conduct SCRUM ceremonies to ensure project success. Through a combination of theoretical lessons, case studies, and practical exercises, students will gain the skills necessary to work in Agile environments.

Course ID: COMP246

Name: ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Artificial Intelligence with Hardware Implementation is a comprehensive course that integrates theoretical knowledge of artificial intelligence with practical implementation on hardware platforms. Students will explore various AI techniques and algorithms, focusing on their application in both software development and hardware implementation. Through a combination of lectures, hands-on experiments, and projects, students will gain a deep understanding of AI concepts and their real-world applications.

Course ID: COMP248

Name: CLOUD COMPUTING TECHNOLOGY

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Cloud Computing Technology is a comprehensive course designed to introduce students to the concepts, principles, and technologies of cloud computing. The course covers various aspects of cloud computing, including cloud service models, deployment models, virtualization, scalability, security, and management using Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). The course provides students with an understanding of cloud computing concepts, design standards, and architectural considerations essential for designing and implementing cloud-based solutions. Through theoretical lectures, hands-on labs, and real-world case studies, students will gain practical skills in designing, deploying, and managing cloud-based solutions.

Course ID: COMP247

Name: COMPUTER NETWORKS

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

COMP 247 is a university course designed to teach the essential principles and technologies of computer networking. To accommodate the needs of students who do not have enough programming background or are not interested in programming, requirements for coding have been removed from the course.

Pre/Corequisite COMP214

Course ID: CSCR101

Name: COMPUTER SCIENCE CODING AND ROBOTICS

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Welcome to this project-based course that will have you exploring the areas of computer science, coding, and robotics. This class will challenge your problem-solving abilities, and equip you with an understanding of how some of the computer programs you use on a regular basis were made. In addition to building fundamental programming skills, you’ll be developing projects that have both digital and physical aspects, driven by a Micro:bit single-board computer, and a set of basic robotics electronics components.

Prerequisite: None

Course ID: COMP205

Name: DATABASE FUNDAMENALS

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Data Analysis for Computer Science is a specialized course designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to analyse and interpret data within the context of computer science. The course emphasizes software-based data analysis techniques, incorporating statistical methods as needed. Students will learn how to extract, clean, manipulate, and visualize data using software tools commonly used in computer science applications. Through practical exercises and projects, students will develop proficiency in conducting data analysis tasks relevant to software development.

Course ID: EASC205

Name: ENVIRONMENT EARTH

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This course provides a general introduction to interactions between people and their natural environment, with an emphasis on geological processes. Topics include: soil resources and degradation; earthquakes and volcanoes, streams and flooding; landslides, mass movement and subsidence, shoreline development and coastal processes; surface water and groundwater resources; air and water pollution; waste management and disposal; and global change. Prerequisites: EASC101 or EASC102

Course ID: BIOL230

Name: HUMAN ANATOMY

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This course provides an in-depth study of the structures of the human body and their interrelationships using a systems approach. The correlations between structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) are examined. Major topics include body organization, the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, respiratory, cardiovascular, lymphatic, digestive, endocrine, urinary, and reproductive systems, the general and special senses, and human development. This course is designed to prepare students in medical fields of study for advanced courses in their respective fields, as well as other university transfer students.

Pre/Corequisite 60% in ELA 30-1, BIO 30, BIOL231

Course ID: MATH100

Name: INTRODUCTION TO CALCULUS I

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This course serves as an introduction to the methods and applications of single variable calculus. Limits are used to investigate continuity and asymptotes, as well as define the processes of differentiation and integration in a precise manner. Students learn to calculate, interpret, and apply derivatives and integrals to solve rate of change problems and to accurately depict the behavior of a function.

Prerequisites: 60% in ELA 30-1 and 60% in MATH 30-1

Course ID: CHEM101

Name: INTRODUCTORY CHEMISTRY I

Hours: 84

Credits: 3

Course ID: CHEM102

Name: INTRODUCTORY CHEMISTRY II

Hours: 84

Credits: 3

CHEM 102 is the second Introductory Chemistry course, following CHEM 101. Therefore, CHEM 101 is the prerequisite course. Major topics include chemical kinetics, chemical equilibria, thermodynamics, coordination chemistry and electrochemistry. Key concepts such as reaction rates, rate laws, Arrhenius equation, reaction mechanism and catalysis will be discussed. The course will also present gas-phase equilibria, ICE table and equilibrium calculations, acid-base and complex ion equilibria, solubility and precipitation. In addition, second and third laws of thermodynamics, entropy and spontaneity, coordination compounds, crystal field theory as applied to colour and magnetic properties of coordination compounds, voltaic cells, cell potentials, free energy, electrical work, Nernst equation, batteries, corrosion and electrolysis will be covered. Prerequisite – CHEM 101.

Course ID: BIOL101

Name: INTRODUCTION TO CELL BIOLOGY

Hours: 84

Credits: 3

Course ID: COMP207

Name: INTRODUCTION TO CYBER SECURITY

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Introduction to Cybersecurity provides students with a foundational understanding of cybersecurity principles, practices, and technologies. The course covers essential topics such as cybersecurity fundamentals, threats and vulnerabilities, cryptography, network security, and security policies. Through a combination of theoretical lectures, hands-on exercises, and case studies, students will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to identify, assess, and mitigate cybersecurity risks.

Course ID: BIOL207

Name: INTRODUCTORY GENETICS

Hours: 84

Credits: 3

Course ID: EASC101

Name: INTRODUCTION TO EARTH SCIENCES: GEOLOGY & GEOMORPHOLOGY

Hours: 84

Credits: 3

Course ID: COMP206

Name: INTRODUCTION TO PC HARDWARE AND SYSTEMS CONFIGURATION

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This course introduces the fundamentals of PC hardware. Students will open up machines, install devices such as hard drives, I/O cards, video cards as well as memory, CD/DVD ROM drives, install operating systems, explore a variety of different software packages, attach communications equipment and supporting software. Topics include system hardware (e.g., motherboards, processors, storage devices, memory), device drivers, operating systems (e.g., Windows, Linux), troubleshooting and maintenance of LAN (Local Area Network)-based PC, etc.

Course ID: STAT141

Name: INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICS & RESEARCH METHODS

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This introductory statistics course provides students in a variety of disciplines with basic knowledge regarding the theory and application of statistics. Prerequisites: 50% in MATH 30-1 or Math 30-2 at 60% and 60% in ELA 30-1

Course ID: TRAD 131

Name: INTRODUCTION TO THE TRADES

Hours: 60

Credits: 3

Discovering you career interests is an ongoing pursuit and one that will likely continually evolve. This course introduces you to a selection of construction, industrial, and service trades and occupations where you can acquire foundational knowledge and develop specialized skills through practical application in industry-standard labs. You will have the opportunity to explore designated trades and occupations such as carpenter, electrician, heavy equipment technician, power engineer, steamfitter-pipefitter, welder, cook, and hairstylist, and through interactive learning experiences, assess your own personal aptitude and preferred discipline. Note: This course is intended for those individuals not familiar with designated trades or occupation training.

Course ID: COMP166

Name: INTRODUCTION TO WEB PROGRAMMING

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

COMP166 is a beginners’ course in programming using JavaScript, together with some HTML and CSS. It follows a problem-based approach that requires the student to design and create a website of ever-increasing sophistication as the course progresses while creating design documentation and reflecting on the process. The output of the student’s work is presented as a website.

Course ID: COMP106

Name: INTRO TO COMPUTER PROGRAMMING

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

COMP 106 is designed to introduce you to programming in the C++ computer programming language. The course progresses from first principles to advanced topics in object-oriented programming using C++.

Pre/Corequisite COMP105

Course ID: COMP168

Name: INTRO TO COMP PROGRAMMING (JAVA)

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Course ID: COMP105

Name: INTRO TO COMPUTING AND INFO SYSTEMS

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Course ID: COMP218

Name: INTRO TO GAME DESIGN

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This is an introductory course in game design and development. This course covers many of the concepts involved in game design, beginning with the history of gaming and an examination of the software engineering aspects of game design. Other topics include the programming environment, game hardware, mathematical concepts, physical concepts, and graphics. This course will prepare students for advanced courses in game design.

Pre/Corequisite COMP 105

Course ID: COMP214

Name: OPERATING SYSTEMS

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

COMP 214 introduces the fundamental concepts, principles, and structures of operating systems. An operating system is software on a computer that orchestrates the hardware components of the computer. The operating system provides the user/programmer with efficient and convenient service and a high degree of machine independence in writing programs, executing programs, and managing system resources. It is assumed that students taking this course are familiar with the basic structure and the main hardware components of a computer.

Pre-Requisite: COMP 106 or COMP 168, or an equivalent university-level programming course

Course ID: BIOL102

Name: ORGANISMS IN THEIR ENVIRONMENT

Hours: 84

Credits: 3

This course is designed for both Biology majors and non-majors, and explores the principal lineages of organisms on earth: bacteria and archaea, fungi, protists, plants and animals. The relationships of these organisms to their environment and their influence in shaping that environment are examined. Evolutionary pathways and their influence on the diversity of extinct and extant organisms and the classification schemes that we use to distinguish them are discussed. The role that organisms (including humans) have played in the development and maintenance of major ecosystem processes are also studied. This course includes a lab component. PREREQUISITES: 60% in ELA 30-1 and 60% in BIO 30

Course ID: BIOL231

Name: PHYSIOLOGY I

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This course provides a study of the overall function of the human body. Major topics include fundamental chemistry, homeostasis, cytology and cell physiology, cell signaling and communication, and muscle, nervous, respiratory, cardiovascular, lymphatic, digestive, endocrine, urinary, and reproductive physiology, as well as fundamental genetics as it applies to human physiology. This course is designed to prepare students in medical fields of study for advanced courses in their respective fields, as well as other university transfer students.

Pre/Corequisite 60% in ELA 30-1 and BIO 30 BIOL230

Course ID: BIOL232

Name: PHYSIOLOGY II

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This course focuses on the study of homeostasis and how it is altered by physical, biochemical, microbial or genetic factors, providing an in-depth understanding of the mechanism of human body function, pathophysiology (disordered physiology) and disease processes. The course summarizes the normal function of each organ system and then presents a number of major diseases of each system, showing how symptoms and signs of selected diseases are produced by pathophysiology. This course is designed to prepare students in medical fields of study for advanced courses in their respective fields, as well as other university transfer students.

The prerequisites are 60% in ELA30-1 and BIOL230 & 231

Course ID: BIOL208

Name: PRINCIPLES OF ECOLOGY

Hours: 84

Credits: 3

Ecology is the scientific study of the interactions between organisms and their environment. This course provides an overview of the limiting factors that influence the living (biotic) components of our ecosystems. Interactions between these biotic components (e.g., competition and predation), population growth, life strategies, and the behaviours of individual organisms are also considered. This course provides general concepts that can stand alone or serve as preparation for advanced ecology courses. Labs complement lecture concepts and include the gathering, analysis, and interpretation of data from ecological experiments and field studies. Prerequisites: Completion of first year NRT or 60% in ELA 30-1 and BIOL 101 or BIOL 102

Course ID: COMP261

Name: SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND DESIGN

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

System analysis and design deal with planning the development of information systems through understanding and specifying in detail what a system should do and how the components of the system should be implemented and work together. System analysts solve business problems through analyzing the requirements of information systems and designing such systems by applying analysis and design techniques. This course deals with the concepts, skills, methodologies, techniques, tools, and perspectives essential for systems analysts. The practical component of COMP 261 is object-oriented and use-case-driven, requiring students to go through the steps of system analysis and design to solve a real-life business problem.

Pre-Requisite COMP 105, or instructor’s permission which is based on the student’s basic knowledge of programming, object orientation, and databases.

Course ID: COMP211

Name: USER INTERFACES

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This course is an introduction to the theory, design and programming of modern user interfaces. Topics will include human factors; interaction design; usability; software development with graphical user interfaces (GUI) for computers, game consoles and mobile devices; input and output devices (including game controllers).

Course ID: ACCT115

Name: INTRODUCTORY FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING

Hours: 64

Credits: 3

This introductory course in financial accounting will expose students to how transactions are reported by business and how this information is presented to users outside the organization. The first part of the course focuses on the accounting cycle for a business. Concepts of revenue recognition and inventory valuation for a merchandising type of organization are analyzed. Various assets, liabilities, and equity accounts presented on the balance sheet are thoroughly examined to determine what values should be presented on the financial statements. Finally, financial statement analysis is carried out to help students understand the overall health of a business.

Prerequisites – Math 30-2

Course ID: BUSL261

Name: BUSINESS LAW

Hours: 64

Credits: 3

PREREQUISITES: ELA 30-2 or COMM 121

Course ID: BUSI222

Name: OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT

Hours: 64

Credits: 3

Operations management is an ever-changing discipline. New concepts are appearing constantly. Operations management is a key element in improving productivity and creating competitive advantage through productivity growth. This course focuses upon such issues as project management, process analysis and supply chain management. PREREQUISITES: MATH 118

Course ID: BUSI223

Name: SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

Hours: 64

Credits: 3

Almost everyone dreams of starting a business and becoming self-employed. To be a successful entrepreneur, one must know that behind every successful business is a sound business plan. BUSI 223 examines the requirements needed to become a successful entrepreneur. The course focuses on practical ways of thinking and acting in order to develop and build a successful business. The major focus of the course centers on learning to identify the criteria of a successful business plan and developing a comprehensive business plan. Prerequisites: MARK 166 and ACCT 107

Course ID: BUSI226

Name: LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

Hours: 64

Credits: 3

This course is aimed at providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the skills generally accepted as valuable to leadership. Students will develop these skills through study, participation in class activities, and self-reflection. The course is designed to integrate current leadership theory with practical applications and the student's own leadership journey. Leadership topics include, but are not limited to, the following topics: personal traits and characteristics, mental models, ethics, diversity, organizational culture, mission, vision, and strategy and change. Prerequisites: ORGB 193

Course ID: ECON186

Name: MICROECONOMICS

Hours: 64

Credits: 3

The question of how individuals and firms use their resources to attain certain economic goals is examined. The central problem of scarcity is introduced. A brief study of how different economic systems try to solve this problem is undertaken. The market system is investigated as to how supply, demand, and price determine what and how much is produced. Effective decision-making in the marketplace is also examined. Prerequisites: Math 30-2

Course ID: MARK166

Name: MARKETING

Hours: 64

Credits: 3

This is an introductory course covering the fundamental principles and concepts of marketing. Major emphasis is placed on the marketing mix and its strategic application to an increasingly complex business environment. In particular, the areas of product, promotion, price, and distribution are examined as they relate to the achievement of company objectives.

Prerequisites: ELA 30-2 or COMM 121

Course ID: ECON187

Name: MACROECONOMICS

Hours: 64

Credits: 3

The overall health of the economy as measured by gross domestic product, unemployment rates, inflation rates, interest rates, the balance of payments exchange rates and the money supply is the prime focus of this course . Keynesian and monetarist theories of income and employment are used as a framework for analyzing government monetary and fiscal policies. The role of the Bank of Canada and the chartered banks in determining the money supply and interest rates is described. Current debate relating to public debt and supply-side economics is evaluated. International economic issues including free trade and the balance of payments are also examined. Where appropriate, applications to current events are introduced and topics are enhanced wherever possible. PREREQUISITES: MATH 30 (Not Math 30-3) or 60% on the Business Math test and ENG 30, strongly recommended ECON 186

Course ID: EDPY200

Name: EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY FOR TEACHING

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This course examines the psychology of learning and instruction. The theoretical basis of human development, learning, and teaching will each be explored, providing a comprehensive background to the art of education and effective teaching. PREREQUISITE: 60% in ELA 30-1

Course ID: AEDU104

Name: FOUNDATIONAL DIGITAL SKILLS INSTRUCTION LEVEL 1

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Course ID: AEDU204

Name: FOUNDATIONAL DIGITAL SKILLS INSTRUCTION LEVEL 2

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Course ID: AEDU102

Name: FOUNDATIONAL NUMERACY INSTRUCTION LEVEL 1

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Course ID: AEDU202

Name: FOUNDATIONAL NUMERACY INSTRUCTION LEVEL 2

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Course ID: AEDU101

Name: FOUNDATIONAL LITERACY INSTRUCTION LEVEL 1

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Course ID: AEDU201

Name: FOUNDATIONAL LITERACY INSTRUCTION LEVEL 2

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Course ID: AEDU103

Name: FOUNDATIONAL SKILLS FOR LEARNING INSTRUCTION LEVEL 1

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Course ID: AEDU203

Name: FOUNDATIONAL SKILLS FOR LEARNING INSTRUCTION LEVEL 2

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Course ID: HEED105

Name: PERSONAL HEALTH & WELLNESS

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This course will introduce you to the physical, social, mental, occupational, emotional, environmental and spiritual dimensions of personal health and wellness. These dimensions are described within the context of the Canadian Health Care System and your own individual community. Topics include primary health care, nutrition, exercise, stress management, weight management, eating disorders, common health issues and their prevention. You will be expected to integrate knowledge of the seven dimensions of health and apply this knowledge to a self-analysis of your own health and physical fitness. Finally, you will incorporate change management theory to develop, implement and evaluate a personal wellness plan. The intent of this course is to promote a healthy lifestyle. By examining determinants of health, the current health care system, the seven dimensions of health and applying these concepts to your own lifestyle, you will be better equipped to function as role models and act as change agents for health promotion in your community. Prerequisite 60% in ELA 30-1

Course ID: MATH160

Name: HIGHER ARITHMETIC

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Math 160 is required for elementary teachers (education majors), critical thinking and problem solving is stressed throughout the course. Conceptual understanding of elementary number theory, set theory, numeration systems and their operations algorithms is the subject of the study; as well as the preparation and presentation of Math Fair. Prerequisites: 60% in ELA 30-1 and Math 30

Course ID: PHED200

Name: INTRODUCTION TO THE MOVEMENT ACTIVITIES TO CHILDREN

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This course explores the study of developmentally appropriate movement activities for children. Students participate in, and work with children in a variety of physical activities in recreational, educational and sport environments. Prerequisite: ELA 30-1.

Course ID: EDUC250

Name: INTRODUCTION TO THE PROFESSION OF TEACHING

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This course introduces prospective teachers to the complexity of their future professional roles in today’s schools. Students will be encouraged to consider teaching from “the other side of the desk”, and will leave familiar with the intricate framework in which teachers work, and the expectations of various stakeholders. They will gain a knowledge base on which future Education courses will build, and will be introduced to theories of learning and teaching. PREREQUISITE: 60% in ELA 30-1

Course ID: COMA200

Name: TECHNOLOGY TOOLS FOR TEACHING & LEARNING

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Technology Tools for Teaching and Learning will help prepare students to develop and integrate project-based learning skills into the classroom. Students will examine the Information and Communication Technology Outcomes Program of Studies as published by Alberta Learning, and are expected to develop modules that integrate the ICT Outcomes using the Internet, Word Processing, Spreadsheet, Database, and Multimedia application software. PREREQUISITE: 60% in ELA 30-1

Course ID: COMM135

Name: COMMUNICATIONS FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONALS

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This course explores basic and therapeutic communication skills for the health professional. Communication skills required for the development of caring relationships and to overcome barriers will be discussed, as well as, the skills needed for interprofessional practice, group and family communication. Conflict resolution, self-reflective practice and health teaching are key components of this course. PREREQUISITE: Admission to a Health & Wellness program

Course ID: ENGL102

Name: INTRODUCTORY COMPOSITION

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Course ID: CREE101

Name: INTRODUCTORY CREE PART ONE

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Introductory Cree Part One provides instruction at the introductory level.  Students will learn basic Plains Cree (Y Dialect) conversational skills. This course is designed to focus on speaking and listening skills.  Students will learn conversational skills through online instruction, group activities and project work. The goal of this course is to expand vocabulary and increase the student's fluency in spoken Plains Cree. Situations at home, school or community will be used to engage learners. Cree culture and protocol will be discussed to enhance the accurate use of particular Cree words during a dialogue.  This course will prepare students for Intermediate levels of Cree language study at the university level.

This course is a prerequisite for CREE102.

Prerequisite – None

*Course offering is based on public interest.

Course ID: CREE102

Name: INTRODUCTORY CREE PART TWO

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This course continues the focus on speaking and listening skills introduced in Cree 101. It moves beyond the singular forms and introduces students to Cree grammar, including plural forms and transitive verb forms, an aspect required to move the beginner from learning words to putting the words into longer phrases and written constructions. Students will learn conversational skills through online instruction, group activities and project work. This course will prepare students for Intermediate levels of Cree language study at the university level. Prerequisite – CREE101 *Course offering is based on public interest.

Course ID: ENGL106

Name: INTRODUCTION TO DRAMA AND TO POETRY

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Course ID: ENGL108

Name: INTRODUCTION TO THE NOVEL AND THE SHORT STORY

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

English 108 is designed to teach critical writing, critical reading, and critical thinking while studying canonical literary texts from the eighteenth to the twentieth-first centuries. This course combines the study of literary works with instructional texts to teach students to express themselves more clearly in writing and in speech. The creators of this course also hope that students develop an appreciation for fine literary works. This course will present novels and short stories from a variety of historical periods, and from a variety of cultural contexts. Particular emphasis will be place of the development of correct writing style, rhetorical skills, and thinking skills required for academic study. A minimum of thirty percent of class time will be devoted to writing instruction, which may take any or all of the following forms: formal written assignments, informal writing exercises, writing workshops, stylistic and rhetorical analysis, research skills, peer editing, group writing projects, and ungraded writing. Students will write two formal essays that will be graded, including an analytical and a research paper. The total amount of writing will be no less than 3,000 words.

Course ID: ENGL200

Name: READING HISTORIES: HISTORIES IN TEXTS

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

The goals of English 200 are to introduce students to the critical concepts and methods for reading literary texts historically and to emphasize the relationship between representation and history. The course is not necessarily tied to any single historical era or national literature and may range over periods and genres (novels, essays, scholarly criticism, plays, stories, poetry, and film). Topics covered could include Historicism, Representation, and Postmodernism. Prerequisites: ENGL 106 and ENGL 108

Course ID: ENGL388

Name: MYTH & FOLKLORE: CHILDREN'S LITERATURE

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Western English-speaking civilization has deeply imbedded in it myths and folklore drawn from a very wide range of cultures, from the ancient Greek and Roman, to Norse and Arabic legend, from Arthurian legend to pagan religion, from oral folk tales to superstitions and traditional songs. Much children’s literature, particularly novels in a children’s fantasy genre, draws heavily on these traditions, both consciously and unconsciously. Prerequisites: ENGL106 and ENGL108

Course ID: FREN101

Name: INTRODUCTORY FRENCH I

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

French 101 is the first semester of an introductory French program. This course will help you to learn how to use the French language to communicate about various topics that are relevant to your daily activities, as well as to the realities of the world in which you live. Both classroom activities and major exams will target all four language skills: reading, writing, speaking, and listening. You will acquire basic grammatical and lexical knowledge that will allow you to carry out a wide-range of communicative tasks. The language learning process will occur within a cultural framework in which you will be introduced to various French-speaking peoples from Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

Course ID: FREN102

Name: INTRODUCTORY FRENCH II

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

French 102 is the second semester of an introductory French program which focuses on the French language and Francophone cultures throughout the world. This course is designed to facilitate the further development of your communication skills in French and to give you a balance of all four language skills: reading, writing, speaking, and listening. By the end of the semester, you will be able to initiate and sustain interactions in French, understand the main ideas of what you hear, see, and read in French, and express yourself clearly in written French. In addition to acquiring intermediate-level grammatical and linguistic knowledge, you will also gain a deeper understanding of diverse aspects of French-speaking cultures. Prerequisites: FREN 101

Course ID: HIST101

Name: THE EARLY MODERN WORLD

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

History 101 is intended to introduce students both to the content of early modern world history and to the study of history at the university level. In content, the course traces the development of the world from around 1400 to around 1800. As with any history, the focus of the classes and readings is selective; we cannot hope to cover every society and nation in equal depth, but must attempt to negotiate a balance between specific historical detail and broad themes. In the process, students will be expected to develop and utilise skills needed for history as an academic discipline, such as the ability to remember when things happened and how they fit together, the ability to read historical texts carefully and to ask questions of those texts, and the ability to express themselves clearly and coherently in writing. Ideally, students should come away from this course not simply knowing “facts,” but equipped to think historically about the world in which we live, and armed with skills of critical analysis and expression that they will find applicable to many areas of endeavour aside from history. Prerequisites: 60% in ELA 30-1

Course ID: HIST102

Name: THE MODERN WORLD

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

History 102 is intended to introduce students both to the content of modern world history and to the study of history at the university level. In content, the course traces the development of the modern world since around 1800. As with any history, the focus of the classes and readings is selective; we cannot hope to cover every society and nation in equal depth, but must attempt to negotiate a balance between specific historical detail and broad themes. In the process, students will be expected to develop and utilise skills needed for history as an academic discipline, such as the ability to remember when things happened and how they fit together, the ability to read historical texts carefully and to ask questions of those texts, and the ability to express themselves clearly and coherently in writing. Ideally, students should come away from this course not simply knowing “facts,” but equipped to think historically about the world in which we live, and armed with skills of critical analysis and expression that they will find applicable to many areas of endeavour aside from history. Prerequisites: 60% in ELA 30-1

Course ID: HIST210

Name: AN INTRODUCTION TO THE STUDY OF CANADIAN HISTORY, 1500-1867

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This course will provide an introductory survey of Canadian history from roughly 1500 to 1867. Some of the major themes to be discussed will include: Aboriginal-European contact; the fur trade; New France; and the expansion of white settlements. In addition, key concepts and methods of history as a discipline will be reviewed. Prerequisites: 60% in ELA 30-1

Course ID: HIST211

Name: INTRODUCTION TO THE STUDY OF CANADIAN HISTORY: CONFEDERATION TO THE PRESENT

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This course will provide an introductory survey of Canadian history from 1867 to the present. Among the major themes discussed will be nationalism, industrialization, urbanization, and cultural change. In addition, key concepts and methods of history as a discipline will be reviewed. Prerequisites: 60% in ELA 30-1

Course ID: HIST368

Name: HISTORY OF THE NATIVE PEOPLES OF CANADA TO 1867

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

History 368 is a lecture and seminar course that examines the history of the indigenous peoples of Canada prior to and at the moment of first contact with European peoples. In order to gain a full perspective of this critical time period in the North American history, students examine a variety of oral and written documents produced by First Nations, Métis, Aboriginal, and Inuit peoples as well as European explorers, traders and settlers. A combination of lectures and seminar groups are used to examine the early relationship between existing native cultures and their later responses to European exploration and trade. The textbook readings and related articles will acquaint students not only with the indigenous history, but also with the different methodological approaches used by academics. A minimum of thirty percent of class time will be devoted to discussion of archival evidence (oral history, local history, family history, journals, records, letters, and so on), which may take any or all of the following forms: online discussion forums, in-class group discussion, and critical response essays. Prerequisites: 3 credits in a junior level history or ANTH250

Course ID: PSYC275

Name: BRAIN & BEHAVIOUR

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

The purpose of the course is to introduce students to the area of biological psychology. Its focus is on the scientific study of the biological bases of human and animal behaviour with a biological approach to the study of psychology. Topics that will be covered in this course include: evolution, neuroanatomy and neurophysiology – the study of the structure and functions and activities of the nervous system, neuropharmacology – the study of the effects of drugs on neural activity, the physiological mechanisms involved in sensation, perception, movement, motivation, emotion, learning, and communication. Prerequisites: PSYC 104 and 60% in BIO 30

Course ID: SOCI225

Name: CRIMINOLOGY

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Criminology is the exploration and explanation of general patterns of law breaking behaviours. A basic understanding of the sociological study of crime will be provided by analyzing such topics as domestic and international terrorism, serial homicide, cyber-crime, organized and white-collar crime. A discussion of how crime is measured will also be provided. Prerequisites: SOCI 101

Course ID: PSYC104

Name: INTRODUCTORY PSYCHOLOGY

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This course is a prerequisite to other psychology courses at Portage College. This Introductory psychology course is intended to inspire an interest in, and an appreciation for, the field of psychology.  Topics in this course include the history of psychological science, psychological research methods, the structure and function of the brain and nervous system, learning, sensation, perception, memory, consciousness, thought, and language.

Prerequisites: 60% in ELA 30-1

Course ID: PSYC105

Name: INDIVIDUAL & SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This course is the second half of the Introductory Psychology course sequence. It will cover such topics as human intellect, human development from birth to old age, motivation, emotion, personality, social psychological processes, stress and health, as well as mental disorders and their treatments. This course is an overview of these diverse topics, most of which can be studied in one or more complete courses. Prerequisites: PSYC104

Course ID: PSYC202

Name: DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This course explores the development of the person through the stages of infancy, childhood, adolescence, adulthood and death. Each stage of human development will be studied from a physical, cognitive, and psychosocial perspective. The course will include developmental influences related to family systems and culture. Prerequisites: PSYC104

Course ID: PSYC233

Name: PERSONALITY PSYCHOLOGY

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This course involves an introduction to the primary perspectives of personality development, the theories and theorists, and their supporting research. The major perspectives which will be studied include: psychoanalytic, neoanalytic, phenomenological, learning, cognitive, dispositional, and biological. A number of alternative theories within these perspectives will also be examined and compared. The concepts of personality development emerging from psychological research and theory will be emphasized. Prerequisites: PSYC104

Course ID: PSYC285

Name: ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This course provides an overview of a variety of abnormal behaviours that are psychologically oriented. The characteristics and observable symptoms of psychological disorders are studied including various theoretical orientations, treatment methods, cultural, age and gender differences, and various factors related to the incidence of mental disorders. The learning in this course adds to the knowledge students acquired in Introductory Psychology and, for CSW students, Developmental Psychology.

Prerequisites: PSYC 104 and PSYC 202, or PSYC 105

Course ID: PSYC241

Name: SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Social Psychology is the scientific study of the way people’s thoughts, feelings, and behaviours are influenced by the real or imagined presence of other people. This course examines the predominant theories and research on individuals in a social context. Specific topics that are discussed include: understanding ourselves in relation to our social world, the self-concept, impression formation and management, attitudes and attitude change, interpersonal attraction, altruism, aggression, conformity, group dynamics, prejudice, and social psychology’s role in health, the environment, and the law. Prerequisites: PSYC104

Course ID: SOCI101

Name: INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

Course ID: SOCI125

Name: SOCIOLOGY OF AGING

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This course will use innovative and exciting methods to allow students to explore the sociological perspective of the aging process of the individual and of the population. It presents aging as a normal life process with the goal of maximizing the life potential of people at all ages. Students will gain a better understanding and appreciation of the social impact of aging in a variety of contexts, mainly focusing on Canadian society. The biological, psychological, and social aspects of aging are explored in addition to the pros and cons of social programs and policies in Canada. The relationship of aging with our economy, health care system, and social programs will be examined in different contexts. Prerequisites: 60% in ELA 30-1

Course ID: SOCI224

Name: SOCIOLOGY OF DEVIANCE AND CONFORMITY

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

An in-depth look into crime and deviance in society, looking at specific schools of thought regarding deviance and conformity within society. A historical overview included with modern ideas of crime and criminality will round out a picture of deviance and crime in contemporary society. The course will focus on such behaviours as homicide, drug use, prostitution, gangs, mental illness, and sexuality. Prerequisites: SOCI 101

Course ID: WGST201

Name: INTRODUCTORY WOMEN'S AND GENDER STUDIES

Hours: 45

Credits: 3

This course is an interdisciplinary introduction to the study of women and issues important to women. This course is a prerequisite for other women’s studies classes and will provide you with the theoretical foundations necessary for understanding women’s issues. The concept of gender will be explored as a critical category in relation to race, ethnicity, sexuality, class, and culture. Social institutions such as education, family, work, health, sexuality, religion, and politics will be explored through the course readings, presentations and in-class discussions. Prerequisites: 60% in ELA 30-1