Adult Upgrading

BIOL-090 – Biology, Provincial Level (Human Biology)

Students in this course are introduced to biochemistry, cell structure, and cellular processes (respiration, protein synthesis, cell division) as foundations for understanding human anatomy and physiology. The major human organ systems are covered in detail. Laboratory experiences include experiments, demonstrations, and some dissection. Knowledge of general chemistry is essential in understanding much of the material in this course.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 112 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? Blended, Directed Studies, On-campus
• Cost: $82.01
• Course Outline

CHEM-090 – Chemistry – Provincial Level

This course provides an introduction to chemistry, emphasizing gases, liquids and solids, solutions, ionization, equilibria, acids and bases, pH, rates of reaction and oxidation-reduction reactions.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 112 hours
• Prerequisites: Chemistry 11, CHEM 080 or equivalent
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $82.01
• Course Outline

ENGL-090 – English

English 090 focuses on the following core skills: reading, comprehension, vocabulary development, study skills, literary appreciation and analysis, and writing. Through literature, research and analysis and class discussions, students broaden their knowledge of society as they meet the provincially articulated learning outcomes for Provincial Level ABE English.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: Either ENGL 080, Composition 11, Literary Studies 11 or English First Peoples: Literary Studies + Writing 11 or equivalent.
• Delivery Method: ? Directed Studies, On-campus, Online
• Cost: $55.68
• Course Outline

ENGL-092 – English – Provincial Level (Essential English)

Students in this course will build skills for expressing personal experiences, opinions and thoughts through a number of interesting topics. They will develop communication and critical thinking skills to prepare for some post-secondary programs, but mostly for the workforce. Students will read and reference the work of Indigenous authors and explore Canada’s diversity. All student assignments are designed to teach the essential skills needed in the workplace.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: Either ENGL 070, Composition 10, Literary Studies 10, New Media 11, English First Peoples: Literary Studies + New Media 11 or equivalent or permission of the instructor. Corequisites: A computer course is recommended.
• Delivery Method: ? Directed Studies, Online
• Cost: $82.01
• Course Outline

MATH-090 – Mathematics, Provincial Level

This course helps prepare students with the algebra and trigonometry skills necessary to enter academic, technical or vocational programs including those requiring a Pre-Calculus 12 or Principles 12 prerequisite.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 113 hours
• Prerequisites: MATH 080, Pre-Calculus 11, Principles 11 or assessment.
• Delivery Method: ? Directed Studies, On-campus
• Cost: $55.68
• Course Outline

PHYS-090 – Physics, Provincial Level

In this course, students extend a conceptual understanding of one-dimensional motion to encompass two-dimensional motion. Using vectors and sophisticated laboratory equipment, students model behaviours in two dimensions. Skills and knowledge are then applied to electro statistics and electromagnetism. Students continue to develop scientific laboratory skills such as data collection, graphing information, drawing conclusions from observations and writing formal lab reports.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 112 hours
• Prerequisites: PHYS 080, and MATH 080 or Pre-Calculus 11. Math 090 must be taken either prior to or concurrently.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $55.68
• Course Outline

EDCP-090 – Education and Career Planning

Education and Career Planning 090 focuses on core skills required to enter the workforce or to prepare for selecting the educational program for a career or a career change. The course encourages students to self-reflect, take inventory of their acquired skills, and set goals. Through a number of guided exercises and detailed research, students will make informed decisions concerning their education and career direction.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: Assessment or instructor permission. Corequisites: ENGL 080, 090, 091 or 092 is recommended.
• Delivery Method: ? Directed Studies
• Cost: $82.01
• Course Outline

WORK-095 – Previous Work and Job Skills

Previous Work and Job Skills 095 will recognize documented past work experience or current work experience as part of the course content. Students reflect on what they have done at their jobs and do exercises to help them demonstrate the knowledge they have acquired. They also use this knowledge to continue on their learning pathway. In addition, students will review health and safety, effective communication, workplace ethics, and labour relations. This course can also help students develop strategies for transitioning into new jobs.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: Minimum 270 hours of documented work or will have 270 hours completed by the end of the course and instructor permission. EDCP 90 or equivalent is recommended.
• Delivery Method: ? Directed Studies
• Cost: $82.01
• Course Outline

PORT-090 – Portfolio Learning

Portfolio Learning 090 provides an opportunity for students with near complete or complete and comprehensive portfolios to engage with faculty for a review of their work. Students will be granted credit for past and current personal knowledge, skills, and abilities. Creating a portfolio is an in-depth process; students will need to identify and document significant experiences, reflecting on the learning that resulted from these experiences, establishing educational, career or personal goals, and submitting all work in a well-organized and clearly presented format.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: Instructor permission.
• Delivery Method: ? Directed Studies
• Cost: $82.01
• Course Outline

COSU-090 – College Success Provincial Level

College Success 090 focuses on the development of effective strategies and skills required to succeed in secondary and post-secondary courses and programs. The course provides a smooth transition into the role of being students for those who have been out of school for many years and helps students adapt to a college environment and expectations. The course helps students to develop self-awareness related to learning preferences, communication skills, student supports, study skills, test taking strategies, technology skills and time management. Optional topics such as research, presentation skills, online learning ,financial student aid, or the BC transfer system allow for students to individualize their learning related to their educational goals.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: Instructor permission.
• Delivery Method: ? Directed Studies, Online
• Cost: $82.01
• Course Outline

ENGL-080 – English

ENGL 080 provides students with the required skills to enter Provincial level English courses and some vocational programs. Skill areas include critical thinking, reading, writing, research, and communication. Assignments vary allowing students to develop and expand their writing, grammar and editing skills. In addition, reading comprehension and vocabulary skills are acquired through a wide variety of genres.

• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: ENGL 070 or equivalent, appropriate assessment score or instructor permission. Corequisites: COMP 080 is recommended
• Delivery Method: ? Directed Studies
• Cost: $82.01
• Course Outline

MATH-080 – Mathematics

This course covers a variety of topics in algebra and trigonometry to help prepare students for entry into programs or courses requiring a Pre-Calculus 11 or Principles 11 prerequisite. A positive attitude about math is not essential, but it helps make learning math more productive. It is hoped that all students will increase their competence and appreciation of math through taking this course.

Course Cost Note:

Math 080 Semestered Course Cost: $53.55
Math 080 Directed Studies Course Cost: $26.26

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• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 113 hours
• Prerequisites: Either MATH 070, MATH 082, Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-Calculus 10 or equivalent.
• Delivery Method: ? Directed Studies, On-campus
• Cost: $82.01
• Course Outline

MATH-081 – Math

The goal of Advanced Business/Technical Mathematics is to provide the student with practical applications useful in future vocational training, careers, or personal life.

This course is not designed as a prerequisite to further study in Math.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: Either MATH 070, MATH 072, Workplace Mathematics 10 or equivalent or permission of the instructor.
• Delivery Method: ? Directed Studies
• Cost: $82.01
• Course Outline

MATH-082 – Mathematics

This course covers the algebra and trigonometry to satisfy math requirements for some vocational, career and technical programs and/or further academic programs. Math 082 helps students build problem-solving skills and prepares students for entry into programs or courses requiring a Math 082 prerequisite. A positive attitude about math is not essential, but it helps make learning math more productive. It is hoped that all students will increase their competence and appreciation of math through taking this course.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 113 hours
• Prerequisites: Either MATH 070, MATH 072, Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-Calculus 10 or equivalent.
• Delivery Method: ? Directed Studies, On-campus
• Cost: $55.68
• Course Outline

BIOL-080 – Biology – Advanced Level

Biology 080 students study the scientific method and apply this process to laboratory procedures. The theory of evolution is introduced along with general studies of microorganisms, plants, and animals. Principles of ecology are introduced using examples from local ecosystems. Laboratory experiences include field sampling.

• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? Directed Studies
• Cost: $82.01
• Course Outline

CHEM-080 – Chemistry – Advanced Level

This course is an introduction to the science of chemistry including systems of measurement, atomic and molecular structure, the mole, the periodic table, chemical equations, the descriptive chemistry of oxygen, hydrogen and carbon and organic chemistry.

• Length: 112 hours
• Prerequisites: MATH 080 or MATH 082, or one of Foundation of Math 11, Pre-Calculus 11, Workplace Math 11 or equivalent may be taken previously or concurrently.
• Delivery Method: ? Directed Studies, On-campus
• Cost: $82.01
• Course Outline

COMP-080 – Computer Applications – Advanced Level

Computer Applications – Advanced Level – COMP 080 develops skills and knowledge in computer technology with support for personal, scholastic, community, and employment endeavours. The focus is on word-processing, worksheets, and presentation applications within Microsoft Office 2016 & Office 365. Windows 10 operating system, file management, electronic mail, internet browsing and the use of graphic images are integrated into course activities. Students may have little prior computer experience and/or wish to upgrade their skills to enter a higher level of computer studies with this course.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? Directed Studies, Online
• Cost: $82.01
• Course Outline

ENGL-070 – English Intermediate Level

ENGL 070 is a directed studies course in developmental English and provides students with appropriate skills in sentence construction, grammar, the writing process, reading comprehension, vocabulary building, and following instructions.

• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: ENGL 060, appropriate assessment score or instructor permission.
• Delivery Method: ? Directed Studies
• Cost: $82.01
• Course Outline

MATH-070 – Mathematics Intermediate Level (Algebraic)

MATH 070 is an entry level course that prepares students for higher level Algebraic Math courses. Topics range from essential computation and problem-solving skills to algebra and trigonometry, with a much higher emphasis on algebra than MATH 072. It is mainly intended for those students wishing to prepare for MATH 080 – Advanced Level Algebraic Math.

• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: Either MATH 060, Mathematics 9 or equivalent or permission of the instructor.
• Delivery Method: ? Directed Studies
• Cost: $82.01
• Course Outline

MATH-072 – Mathematics Intermediate Level (Developmental)

MATH 072 is an entry level course that prepares students for higher level math courses or can be used to satisfy personal and career goals. Topics range from essential computation and problem-solving skills to algebra and geometry. MATH 072 prepares students for entry into programs requiring an Intermediate level Math or a Math 10 pre-requisite.

• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: Either MATH 060, Mathematics 9 or equivalent or permission of the instructor.
• Delivery Method: ? Directed Studies
• Cost: $82.01
• Course Outline

ENGL-010 – English Fundamental Level 1

English 010 is an introductory course designed to develop basic literacy skills to enable students to function more effectively in personal, work and educational situations. Skill areas covered include reading, writing, and strategies for communication and learning.

• Length: 30 hours
• Prerequisites: Students must be able to speak and understand English.
• Delivery Method: ? Directed Studies, On-campus
• Cost: $27.31
• Course Outline

ENGL-020 – English Fundamental Level 2

English 020 is a course designed to continue the development of basic literacy skills to enable students to function more effectively in personal, work and educational situations. Skill areas covered include reading, writing, and strategies for communication and learning.

• Length: 30 hours
• Prerequisites: ENGL 010 or College of the Rockies assessment.
• Delivery Method: ? Directed Studies, On-campus
• Cost: $27.31
• Course Outline

ENGL-030 – English Fundamental Level 3

English 030 is a course designed to continue the development of basic literacy skills to enable students to function more effectively in personal, work and educational situations. Skill areas covered include reading, writing, and strategies for communication and learning.

• Length: 30 hours
• Prerequisites: English 020 or College of the Rockies assessment.
• Delivery Method: ? Directed Studies, On-campus
• Cost: $27.31
• Course Outline

ENGL-040 – English Fundamental Level 4

ENGL 040 is a course designed to enable students to function more effectively in personal, work and educational situations. Skill areas are integrated and include reading, writing, strategies for
communication and learning, as well as critical thinking. An integrated approach also assists learners to acquire a better understanding of themselves, their communities and their participation in Canadian society by using real-life materials, activities and experiences in their studies, which students then can apply in their daily lives. Desired results include improved self-confidence, self-reliance and self-evaluation.

• Length: 30 hours
• Prerequisites: Students must have successfully completed ENGL 030 or College of the Rockies assessment.
• Delivery Method: ? Directed Studies, On-campus
• Cost: $27.31
• Course Outline

ENGL-050 – English Fundamental Level 5

ENGL 050 is a course designed to enable students to function more effectively in personal, work and educational situations. Skill areas are integrated and include reading, writing, strategies for
communication and learning, as well as critical thinking. An integrated approach also assists learners to acquire a better understanding of themselves, their communities and their participation in Canadian society by using real-life materials, activities and experiences in their studies, which students then can apply in their daily lives. Desired results include improved self-confidence, self-reliance and self-evaluation.

• Length: 30 hours
• Prerequisites: Students must have successfully completed ENGL 040 or College of the Rockies assessment.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $27.31
• Course Outline

ENGL-060 – English Fundamental Level 6

ENGL 060 is a course designed to enable students to function more effectively in educational, work and personal situations. Skill areas are integrated and include reading, writing, strategies for communication and learning, as well as critical thinking. An integrated approach also assists learners to acquire a better understanding of themselves, their communities and their participation in Canadian society by using real-life materials, activities and experiences in their studies, which students then can apply in their daily lives. Desired results include improved self-confidence, self-reliance and self-evaluation.

• Length: 30 hours
• Prerequisites: Students must have successfully completed ENGL 050 or College of the Rockies assessment.
• Delivery Method: ? Directed Studies, On-campus
• Cost: $27.31
• Course Outline

MATH-010 – Math – Fundamental Level 1

Math 010 is a Fundamental Level 1 Adult Basic Education course designed to increase student competence and confidence in mathematics and develop basic math skills to enable students to function more effectively in personal, work and educational situations. Concepts covered include addition, subtraction, and estimating of whole numbers.

• Length: 30 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? Directed Studies
• Cost: $27.31
• Course Outline

MATH-020 – Math – Fundamental Level 2

Math 020 is Fundamental Level 2 Adult Basic Education course designed to increase student competence and confidence in mathematics and develop basic math skills to enable students to function more effectively in personal, work and educational situations. Concepts covered include rounding, addition, subtraction, simple multiplication, money and time.

• Length: 30 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? Directed Studies
• Cost: $27.31
• Course Outline

MATH-030 – Math – Fundamental Level 3

Math 030 is a Fundamental Level 3 Adult Basic Education course designed to increase student competence and confidence in mathematics and develop basic math skills to enable students to function more effectively in personal, work and educational situations. Concepts covered include multiplication, division, metric, measurement and introductory geometry.

• Length: 30 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? Directed Studies
• Cost: $27.31
• Course Outline

MATH-050 – Mathematics Fundamental Level 5

MATH 050 is a Fundamental Level 5 Adult Basic Education course designed to increase student competence and confidence in mathematics and develop basic math skills to enable students to function more effectively in personal, work, and educational situations. Concepts covered include common fractions, adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing fractions and common fractions and decimals.

• Length: 30 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? Directed Studies
• Cost: $27.31
• Course Outline

MATH-060 – Mathematics Fundamental Level 6

MATH 060 is a Fundamental Level 6 Adult Basic Education course designed to increase student competence and confidence in mathematics and to enable students to function more effectively in personal, work and educational situations. Concepts covered include ratio, rate and proportion, percent and graphing.

• Length: 30 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? Directed Studies
• Cost: $27.31
• Course Outline

COMP-060 – Introduction to Computers

This course is an introduction designed for students who are new to computers. The course covers a range of skills, from learning how to turn on the computer and use the mouse, to producing documents in Microsoft Word. Students should also learn how to search the Internet and use email.

• Length: 30 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? Directed Studies
• Cost: $27.31
• Course Outline