Associate of Science

ANTH-101 – Introduction to Cultural Anthropology

This course involves an in-depth exploration of the concept of culture and the cross-cultural study of human diversity within the discipline of anthropology. Students focus on topics such as anthropological research, ethics, culture, worldview, gender, language, marriage, families and households, Indigenous peoples, religion and globalization. Students also engage in self-reflexive examination of their own worldviews, perceptions and biases in relation to other peoples and cultures.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

ASTR-100 – Astronomy

This course presents an overview of historical and modern astronomical knowledge. Topics include telescope design, astronomical methods, the life cycle of stars, Nuclear reactions, Black Holes and Neutron stars, the formation of solar systems, and the planets in our solar system. The accompanying lab introduces students to night sky observation and real-world experience with astronomical photography.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

BIOL-101 – Introduction to Biology 1

This course is an introduction to the structure and function of organisms with particular reference to molecular, biochemical and physiological aspects of the living world. Designed for students seeking a degree or diploma in a field of science or technology, BIOL 101, with BIOL 102, lays the foundations on which the higher-level courses in Biology are based.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: Either ATPH 12 – Anatomy and Physiology 12, BIOL090 – Biology – Provincial Level (Human Biology), or LFSC 11 – Life Sciences 11. Chemistry 12 is highly recommended.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

BIOL-102 – Introduction to Biology 2

BIOL 102 is an introduction to organismic and population biology with emphasis on reproduction, genetics, developmental biology, evolution, diversity and ecology.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: BIOL 101
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

BIOL-151 – Biology of the Environment

Biology 151 focuses on environmental and ecological topics within biology from a local perspective. BIOL 151 helps inform students about local and global environmental issues, current events, and new and emerging technologies from a scientific perspective. Students, with the help of their instructor, will design and implement a research project that focuses on a local environmental issue and present it to members of the community.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

BIOL-200 – Introduction to Microbiology

This course includes the topics: vector operations, dot and scalar products, conditions for equilibrium in two- and three-dimensions, free body diagrams, moments about an axis, couples, friction, wedges, screws, trusses, methods of joints, method of sections, shear and moment equations and diagrams, relations between distributed load, shear, and moment, kinematics, rectilinear and curvilinear motion in rectangular, normal, tangential, and cylindrical components, dynamics, Newton’s second law, equations of motion in various coordinates, Zeroth law and heat capacity, first law of thermodynamics, heat engines.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: BIOL 101 Corequisites: BIOL 102, if not taken previously
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

BIOL-201 – Cell Biology

This course studies the relationship between cell structure and cell function. The structure/function of the cell membrane and most organelles are covered in detail. Topics also include macromolecules, cell movements, cell-cell adhesion, cell reproduction, and cell signaling. The material in Biology 201 is an integral part of an undergraduate biological sciences program and is especially appropriate for students interested in health-related sciences, microbiology, genetics, developmental biology, biochemistry, botany, zoology, and general biology.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: BIOL 101, BIOL 102, CHEM 101 and CHEM 102
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

BIOL-202 – Introduction to Biochemistry

BIOL 202 focuses on fundamental concepts in biochemistry including protein structure and function, enzyme kinetics, DNA-based technologies, and bioenergetics. Lectures will emphasize the intimate relationship between protein structure and function, and new technologies that are being used in the field of biochemistry. Topics include cellular energetics, enzyme kinetics, protein structure and function, glycobiology, current DNA-based technologies, and ATP metabolism, Laboratory exercises emphasize data collection and analysis and technical writing skills. Lab topics include enzyme kinetics, SDS PAGE, and bioinformatics.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: BIOL 201 Corequisites: CHEM 202
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

BIOL-203 – Genetics

Genetics is the study and understanding of inheritance and development of organisms. This course will provide an introduction to genes and gene function. Mendelian and extra-mendelian genetics and molecular genetics review and expand on these topics as explored in first year biology. Topics in transmission, molecular and quantitative genetics will also be discussed. Lab material will include descriptive aspects, techniques, data analysis and experimentation.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: BIOL 101 and BIOL 102 or the equivalent.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

BIOL-204 – Introduction to Ecology

This course studies the interactions between organisms and their environment at the organismal, population, community, and ecosystem levels. Topics considered include energy flow, nutrient cycling, organismal ecology, population growth, regulation and dynamics, species interactions, community structure, ecological succession, biodiversity, conservation, and evolutionary processes. Lab activities support lecture material allowing students to apply ecological concepts and theories by testing
ecological hypotheses. Students gain local natural history knowledge and employ various quantitative methods to collect, analyze, and interpret ecological data from field studies and experiments.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: BIOL 101 and BIOL 102.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

BIOL-208 – Vertebrate Biology

This course covers the evolution and comparative anatomy of cephalochordates, urochordates, fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. The comparative anatomy of major organ systems among fishes, amphibians, birds, and mammals will be studied in the lab via dissection of representative organisms. The lab will emphasize the relationship between structure and function of vertebrate organisms while the lecture will focus on current controversies and discoveries in the scientific study of vertebrate evolution.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: BIOL 101 and BIOL 102
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

CHEM-100 – Introduction to Environmental Chemistry

This course is an introduction to the fields of environmental studies and environmental chemistry. Qualitative and quantitative aspects of environmental processes are studied. Topics include
atmospheric processes (including those involving carbon dioxide and ozone), air pollution, acid rain, natural waters, dissolved oxygen and the fate of chemical compounds in the environment. Where possible, examples involving local issues and current events are studied.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

CHEM-101 – Fundamentals of Chemistry 1

This course presents the fundamental principles of chemistry with particular reference to acid-base and redox chemistry, electronic structure of atoms and molecules, properties of liquids, gases, solids and their solutions, phase changes, and thermochemistry.  The associated laboratory exercises emphasize proper experimental techniques, data collection and analysis, safety and technical writing skills.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: Either Chemistry 12, CHEM 090, CHEM 100, or equivalent. Either Math 090, Pre-Calculus 12, or equivalent.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

CHEM-102 – Fundamentals of Chemistry 2

Together with CHEM 101, CHEM 102 provides a solid foundation in fundamental chemical principles. Topics include equilibrium, thermodynamics, kinetics, electrochemistry, chemistry of the main group elements and the chemistry of organic and biomolecules. The associated laboratory exercises emphasize proper experimental technique, data collection and analysis, safety and technical writing skills.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: CHEM 101 or CHEM 115 or equivalent.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

CHEM-115 – Chemistry for Engineering

This course provides a solid background in chemical principles required for engineering students. Topics include acid-base and redox chemistry, electronic structure of atoms and molecules, properties of liquids, gases, solids and their solutions, phase changes, thermochemistry, thermodynamics, equilibrium, kinetics and electrochemistry. The laboratory exercises emphasize proper experimental techniques, data collection and analysis, safety and technical writing skills.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 105 hours
• Prerequisites: Either CHEM 090, Chemistry 12 or equivalent. Either MATH 090, Pre-Calculus 12, or equivalent.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

CHEM-201 – Organic Chemistry 1

CHEM 201 is an introductory course in organic chemistry including the structure and reactions of aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons and their derivatives. The laboratory stresses the techniques of preparation, purification and identification of organic compounds.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 105 hours
• Prerequisites: CHEM 101, CHEM 102 or equivalent.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

CHEM-202 – Organic Chemistry 2

CHEM 202 is a continuation of CHEM 201 involving the structure and reactions of the more complex aliphatic, aromatic and heterocyclic systems including an introduction to natural product chemistry and industrially important organic compounds. The laboratory stresses synthetic methods and some analytical procedures.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 105 hours
• Prerequisites: CHEM 201 or equivalent.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

CHEM-215 – Introduction to Chemical Analysis

This course provides a solid background in the principles of analytical chemistry and their applications in fields such as environmental science. Topics include measurements and their errors, the use of statistics in data analysis and sampling, redox-, complexometric- and acid-base titrations, absorption and emission forms of atomic and molecular spectroscopy, electrochemical methods of analysis and separation techniques. The laboratory exercises emphasize proper experimental techniques, data collection and analysis, safety and technical writing skills.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: CHEM 102 or equivalent
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

COMC-101 – Technical and Professional Writing

In this introductory course, students develop practical writing skills for the workplace. Activities centre on effective writing styles and offer detailed guidelines on planning, organizing, composing and revising documents for a range of communication tasks. This course reviews some grammar essentials and leads students to be resourceful and successful communicators in traditional and virtual correspondence.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: Minimum 65% in either English Studies 12, English First Peoples 12, ENGL 090, or equivalent.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

COMC-102 – Advanced Professional Communication

Emphasizing the link between research, rhetorical analysis and effective communication, this course provides an exploration of business writing techniques, presentation styles and research methodologies essential for success in business environments. Students will also gain an understanding on how design and visual elements enhance the readability and persuasiveness of communication practices. Practical application of concepts in real-world scenarios will be a key focus, with the aim of developing a sophisticated and effective communication skill set.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: ENGL 100 or COMC 101
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

COMC-253 – Intercultural Communication

This course explores the inherent relationship between culture, language and communication. The key concepts of study are identity, culture, assumptions and stereotypes, beliefs, value systems, and globalization. From theory to practice, students will investigate the impact of identity and context in intercultural interactions. The focus of this course is to help students develop meaningful strategies to communicate in today’s culturally diverse communities.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: ENGL 100 or COMC 101 or equivalent with instructor permission.
• Delivery Method: ? Blended, On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

CSCI-105 – Introduction to Programming in the C and C++ Language

This course is an introduction to computational problem solving and computer programming, with a particular emphasis on applications to engineering problems. It is intended for students with little or no programming background. Students will learn to analyze problems and design algorithms as well as implement their solutions using a high-level programming language such as C++. The programming skills taught in this course are language-agnostic and can be applied to other programming languages as well.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: Minimum 65% in either MATH 090, MATH 100, Pre-Calculus 11 AND Pre-Calculus 12; or Pre-Calculus 12 and a minimum of 75% in Calculus 12 or equivalent. It is recommended that students have programmed in some programming language before.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

COMP-153 – Introduction To Data Processing

This course allows students to develop knowledge and skills in the field of information technology. Students will explore the operation and application of professional productivity software. Students use four applications of the Microsoft Office 2019 suite: Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. The theory component develops a broad and general understanding of current computer technology, methods and models.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 60 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

CRIM-101 – Introduction to Criminology

Students are introduced to the discipline of criminology and the study of crime. They study several criminological theories and perspectives (historical, Indigenous, sociological, biological, psychological and critical) which provide explanations of crime and criminal behaviour. Additionally, students explore various typologies of crime as well as topics such as crime statistics, crime correlates and trends, crime and the media, fear of crime, and victims of crime. They critically examine current issues and matters related to crime in Canada.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

CRIM-103 – Psychological Explanations of Criminal And Deviant Behaviour

This course is an introduction to biological, psychiatric, psychological and social/environmental explanations of criminal and deviant behaviour. Students will also delve into the field of forensic psychology. This course explores specific types of behaviours such as violent offences (homicide), sexual offences and family violence through a psychological lens. The unique nature and needs of Indigenous, female, youth, and mentally ill offenders will also be explored.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: Minimum 65% in either English 12, English Studies 12, English First Peoples 12, ENGL 090, or equivalent. CRIM 101, PSYC 101 and 102 are recommended.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

CRIM-131 – Introduction to the Criminal Justice System

This course involves a critical examination of the structure and operation of the Canadian criminal justice system that responds to crime and criminal behaviour: the police, courts and corrections. This course also examines the relationship between these agencies and the impacts and implications of the system. An emphasis is placed on experiential and interactive learning where students will engage with various individuals involved in the system. This course also includes an introduction to Indigenous justice models, community and restorative justice.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

CRIM-135 – Introduction to Canadian Law

This course is a general introduction to the principles of jurisprudence and the legal institutions of Canada. Students will study: Canada’s legal systems; the various ways law is made and organized; different explanations and perspectives of law; and its history and role in Canadian society. Students will learn basic concepts in public and private law, including constitutional, family, criminal, and tort law and will also learn basic techniques of legal reasoning and research.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? Blended, On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

CRIM-210 – Law, Youth and Young Offenders

This course is an analysis of the nature, prevalence, characteristics and consequences of youth crime, deviance and responses to youth crime in Canada. Students examine the social construction of youth crime and young offenders. The history of youth crime legislations, legal frameworks, theoretical explanations and statistics of youth deviance are analyzed.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: One 3-credit 100-level course in Criminology or Sociology. ENGL 100 with a minimum grade of C- (55%).
• Delivery Method: ? Blended, On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

CRWT-101 – Creative Writing 1

Creative Writing 101 introduces the art and craft of writing poetry, prose (both fiction and creative nonfiction), and drama (both play- and screenwriting). Through workshop-style classes, students will develop their writing from first to finished drafts, culminating in the creation of a final portfolio. The course emphasizes the creative process alongside practical aspects of writing, such as public readings and preparing work for publication.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

CRWT-102 – Creative Writing 2

Creative Writing 102 builds on the concepts and creativity in poetry, prose (both fiction and creative nonfiction), and drama (both play- and screenwriting) for class workshop. Students are required to produce a portfolio of finished, polished work by the end of the course. They are encouraged to participate in writing activities, experiment with forms of writing, and develop skills in multiple writing genres.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

ECON-101 – Microeconomics

This course deals with the economic principles that govern the individual segments of the economy. Topics include supply and demand, price elasticity, utility, cost of production, perfect and imperfect market structures, theory of production, the demand for factors, and the pricing of factors. Some current business situations are discussed.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: Minimum of 60% in either MATH 080, Foundations 11, Pre-Calculus 11, Essentials 11, Applications 11, Principles 11, Computer Science 11, Computer Science 12, Foundations of Math 12, Pre-Calculus 12, Statistics 12, Geometry 12, or equivalent.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

ECON-102 – Macroeconomics

This course presents the economic principles that govern the behaviour of the nation’s economy. Topics include production possibility, supply and demand, national income analysis, money and banking, fiscal and monetary policy, and international trade. Current Canadian economic problems are discussed.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: Minimum of 60% in either MATH 080, Foundations 11, Pre-Calculus 11, Essentials 11, Applications 11, Principles 11, Computer Science 11, Computer Science 12, Foundations of Math 12, Pre-Calculus 12, Geometry 12, Statistics 12, Geometry 12, or equivalent.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

ECON-207 – Managerial Economics

This course deals with quantitative strategies to assist management decision-making. Topics covered include economic optimization, demand and demand estimation, forecasting techniques, production functions, cost analysis and estimation, the perfectly competitive, monopoly, monopolistically competitive and oligopoly market structures, pricing practices, and evaluating risk. Basic differentiation techniques are introduced. This course may appeal to those students wishing to transfer to a commerce or business administration degree program or those who wish to learn about this managerial application of microeconomic principles.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: ECON 101 and ECON 102 taken either previously or concurrently.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

ECON-250 – Environmental Economics

This course provides an introduction to the concepts and methods of analysis in environmental economics. It applies microeconomic principles to the examination of market failures and how they may be corrected either through incentives or policy. Topics include valuing the environment, cost-benefit analysis, environmental policy analysis, and specific Canadian environmental issues and policy.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: ECON 101 or permission of the instructor.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

ENGL-100 – English Composition

English 100 focuses on composition strategies for writing across academic disciplines. Over the course of the term, students will develop an awareness of how rhetorical situations affect composition and refine their understanding of the fundamentals of essay writing (and clear communication more broadly), including paragraphing, thesis statements, essay structure, and citation methods. Students will also learn the fundamentals of critical thinking and analysis, persuasive writing techniques (including rhetorical appeals and modes), scholarly research, and academic reading.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: Minimum 65% in either English 12, English Studies 12, English First Peoples 12, ENGL 090, or equivalent.
• Delivery Method: ? Blended, On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

ENGL-101 – Introduction to Poetry and Drama

An introduction to the critical reading of literature through the study and analysis of poetry and drama across historical periods from Shakespeare to twenty-first century poets and dramatists. While this course will teach students how to perform college-level literary analysis of canonical texts, it will also teach them how to question and evaluate the cultural narratives that literature circulates. As such, the class will explore questions of gender, class, race, nationhood/nation building, and the problematic literary canon in order to develop strategies for negotiating complex literary texts and to become better, more nuanced readers.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: Minimum 65% in either English 12, English Studies 12, English First Peoples 12, ENGL 090, or equivalent. Note: ENGL 100 is recommended for students who need to focus on composition skills.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

ENGL-102 – Introduction to Prose Fiction

English 102 introduces students to the genre of literary fiction from the origins of the short story in early nineteenth century to the novels of twentieth and twenty-first century. The aim of ENGL 102 is to read fiction with an understanding of genre, technique and form; to apply various critical strategies to literary texts; and to develop analytical writing skills appropriate to essays at the university level. Ultimately, the course encourages students to consider how narrative forms can shape, challenge and respond to their moral, social, and political contexts.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: Minimum 65% in either English 12, English Studies 12, English First Peoples 12, ENGL 090, or equivalent. Corequisites: ENGL 100 is recommended for students who need to focus on composition skills.
• Delivery Method: ? Blended, On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

ENGL-223 – Introduction to the Novel

Over the past 250 years, the novel has become the dominant literary genre. This course traces the evolution of the novel as a literary form from its early roots in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries to its modern incarnations. Students will learn about the shape of traditional as well as contemporary fiction, tracing the development of the novel over time and increasing their knowledge and appreciation of the genre.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: Two of ENGL 100, 101, 102, or ENGL 270
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

ENGL-270 – Children’s Literature

In this course, students learn about the history and development of children’s literature, from eighteenth and nineteenth-century fairy tales to twenty-first century young adult fiction. Students read a selection of the fairy tales that provide the roots for what we consider children’s literature as well as novels written for children and young adults, including Lewis Carroll’s illustrated classic Alice in Wonderland. In addition, since illustration plays such a large role in children’s literature, students also study picture books aimed for young children.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: One of either ENGL 100, 102 (recommended), or 101.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

ENST-200 – Introduction to Environmental Sustainability

This course examines the central concepts of environmental sustainability and considerations for development. Students are introduced to the complexity and debate of developing resource-based industries and minimizing impacts to ecosystems and communities. Planning and management strategies for various industries, as well as the role of various agencies and organizations, will be examined with specific examples.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

FA-100 – Introduction to Fine Arts

The Introduction to Fine Arts course provides students with an overview of fine arts history, philosophy, and practice, including issues surrounding the creation, display, assessment, and interpretation of art objects in cultural, social, and political contexts. Students may elect to do their special project in essay form or produce art pieces with appropriate artist’s statements.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: ENGL 100 (previously or concurrently).
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

FA-101 – Contemporary Art: A History

This course provides an opportunity to study and interpret significant social, historical, political and philosophical themes of contemporary art as a cultural expression of society. Beginning with Western Art of the 13th century, we will study the influences leading to Modern and Contemporary Art of the 20th and 21st centuries. Students explore important developments through the intersection of art, science, technology and the new forms of visual culture that are shaping the contemporary art of today.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

FA-103 – Pottery

Students will study the timeless art of functional ceramics through the creation of purposeful pottery. Through the examination and practice of historical and contemporary methods of hand-building, throwing and extruder techniques with clay, the student will develop a personal aesthetic style including the consideration of form and function and imagination.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 60 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

FA-105 – Studio Foundations

The Studio Foundations course embodies fundamental hands-on experience with art materials and creative processes in drawing, painting, sculpture, and printmaking. Students are introduced to concepts and techniques for producing and presenting art through its different stages of planning, rendering and formal presentation.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 60 hours
• Prerequisites: None. FA 100 (previously or concurrently) is recommended.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

FA-106 – Introduction to Drawing

This course provides an opportunity for students to develop a keen, sensitive eye for materials and subjects of drawing. Through lecture and hands on experience, the student explores contemporary and historical drawing practices beginning with how one perceives an image. The student uses a broad and diverse spectrum of drawing practice techniques, and the student artist sees the indispensable role of drawing as a foundational aspect of art making.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 60 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

FA-107 – Sculpture

The student is introduced to sculpture and 3D thinking through the element of clay. The student explores a variety of historical and contemporary methods and styles and investigates a number of building techniques. The student will also experiment with various embellishment and firing styles that leads the student to experience the processes and qualities inherent in clay as a sculpture medium.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 60 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

FA-108 – Introduction to Painting

The student is introduced to painting with oil and acrylic on canvas, and acrylic and water-colour on paper. Colour mixing, composition, ideas and concepts, themes, experimentation with painting
materials, and problem solving are addressed. Methods of thinking, working and seeing are experienced with an open mind and spirit of exploration.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 60 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

FA-213 – Textiles: Dyes on Cloth

Students will explore textile design concepts, materials and processes with an emphasis on painting and printing dyes on fabric. Through the research of historical and contemporary textile techniques, students will develop their personal aesthetic style.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 60 hours
• Prerequisites: FA-106
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

FA-218 – Painting

Students continue their artistic expression through painting using diverse media including oil and/or acrylic. Students explore and are guided through contemporary, cultural and personal themes. An in-depth study with experimental approaches and new concepts is combined with current artistic theory.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 60 hours
• Prerequisites: FA 108
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

FA-219 – Watercolour Painting

Students will explore the uniquely expressive medium of watercolour painting. They will be introduced to colour mixing, composition, ideas and concepts, themes, experimentation with materials and problem solving. This course helps develop a keen eye for subject matter and colour through distinctive watercolour techniques.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 60 hours
• Prerequisites: FA-108
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

FNST-101 – First Nations Studies 1

This course is an introduction to the multi-disciplinary field of Indigenous studies. The prehistory, history, and traditional/contemporary cultures of Indigenous peoples in Canada and their various perspectives are addressed. Additionally, the historical overview of Indigenous/settler relations and their effects are explored.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

FREN-101 – Beginners’ French

This is an introductory language course designed for the absolute beginner in French. The focus of this course is to help students become functionally proficient in the French language. The design of this course is based on the communicative approach to equip students with basic comprehension, writing and communication skills while highlighting the basic functions and grammatical structures of the language. This course also explores the diversity and influence of the French culture in a global context.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 60 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

FREN-102 – Beginners’ French 2

This course builds on the skills developed in FREN 101 (Beginners’ French 1). The focus of this course is to help students become functionally proficient in the French language through the basic skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. The diverse and culturally rich characteristics of the French-speaking world will be discussed and explored.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 60 hours
• Prerequisites: FREN 101 or equivalent.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

GEOG-101 – Introduction to Physical Geography

This course examines the concepts and processes of physical geography that govern the function of the atmosphere, lithosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere using an earth-systems approach. Course lectures and lab topics introduce the sciences of cartography, meteorology, climatology, geomorphology, hydrology, biogeography, and soils. A focus on how human activities impact the environment, such as climate change and other real world issues will also be addressed.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

GEOG-210 – Geography of British Columbia

This course presents a regional geographic analysis of British Columbia and investigates the physical, cultural, economic, and historical characteristics of the various provincial regions. This course also examines patterns of settlement and development, with particular emphasis on industries of importance to the Columbia Basin region, including forestry, mining, and tourism.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: Minimum 65% in either English 12, English Studies 12, English First Peoples 12, ENGL 090, or equivalent.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

GEOG-211 – Introduction to Geographic Information Systems

This course will introduce concepts in geographical information science (GIS) and remote sensing. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is an applied field encompassing the acquisition, storage, processing, analysis and presentation of spatial information. GIS has become an essential tool for spatially informed decision making in government, academic and private sectors. Course lectures will cover underlying theory, concepts and applications of GIS, remote sensing of the Earth’s surface, aerial photography, photogrammetry and visual image interpretation. Lab sessions will apply lecture theory through hands-on experience with industry standard GIS software (QGIS), aerial photography interpretation, and image assessment.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: GEOG 101 must be taken previously or concurrently.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

GEOG-230 – Meteorology, Climatology and Hydrology

This course will examine the basic principles and processes governing the Earth’s weather and climate, including the movement of water. In this course, students will analyze the linkages between the atmosphere, hydrosphere, and land surface interactions responsible for creating the weather and climate that we experience each day. Specifically, students will examine fluxes of mass and energy exchanges, radiation, precipitation, winds, weather systems, fluvial hydrology, water balances, and global climates.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: GEOG-101
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

GEOG-251 – Quantitative Geography

This course will introduce methods for collecting, analyzing, and reporting geographic data. Course topics include gathering samples, describing data and theoretical distributions, testing significance, and exploring spatial relationships. Real-world examples from both physical and human geography as well as other related subject areas will provide a foundation for more advanced courses and applications. All lab activities are computer based using statistical software.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: GEOG 101
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

GEOL-105 – An Introduction to Geology

An introduction to the major principles of physical and historical geology covering the origin and structure of the Earth, plate tectonics, volcanism and other mountain building processes, the erosion of the Earth’s crust, and the formation and properties of minerals and rocks.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? Blended
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

GEOL-106 – Physical and Historical Geology

This course is an introduction to the major principles of structural and historical geology. Historical geology topics include geologic time, relative and absolute dating techniques, organic evolution, the study of fossils and the geologic history of the earth from the Precambrian to the present. Mineral deposits and natural resource issues will also be examined.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

GEOL-220 – Environmental Geology and Natural Hazards

This course examines the nature of a variety of natural hazards including events such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, landslides, river flooding, severe weather, wildfire, and hurricanes. Current methods of analysis, prediction and mitigation are investigated. Laboratory activities concentrate on working from real-life situations in order to draw conclusions about natural hazard issues.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: GEOG 101, GEOL 105, or GEOL 106
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

HIST-201 – Pre-Confederation Canada

This course surveys Canada’s past to 1867. It looks at the original inhabitants, Indigenous Peoples; French settlers and English conquerors; colonial immigrants, labourers, businessmen, politicians, and women. These historical agents are studied through associated significant events, such as group contact/relations, expansion/settlement processes, military battles/rebellions, economic undertakings, and political evolutions. Major analytical categories of race/ethnicity, class, and gender as well as
concepts of historical consciousness help inform these examinations. From their study, students should come to better understand the time before Confederation and be more able to place Canada’s current context into perspective.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

HIST-202 – Post Confederation Canada (from 1867)

A historical survey of Canada, this course traces the country’s development from the immediate aftermath of Confederation to contemporary times. Over that period, significant actors and events, like the World Wars and the Depression, will be considered.

Greater attention, however, will be paid to changes and continuities arising from Canada’s territorial growth; consolidation under the national policy, including incorporating large numbers of immigrants into the country; cleavages in their various manifestations; imperialism-continentalism choices; industrialization/urbanization/reform movements; post-war international and social decisions; Sixties’ upheavals, and Indigenous marginalization.

All of these areas of study will help foster students’ interest in the importance of understanding this country’s past and allow them to acquire greater historical consciousness to critically question whether Canadians’ attempts to create a great nation were best for all.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: HIST 201 recommended
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

HIST-208 – Canadian-American Relations 1867 to the Present

Canada and the United States’ relationship has been framed as special. For some time, it included Great Britain, so that adjunct partner must be incorporated. Over time, it was not always peaceful, so military, political, economic, and cultural annexation attempts must be studied. Finally, it featured demands and missteps, so disinterest and awkwardness must be explored. Ultimately, students come to understand a shared history based upon Canadians’ anti-American beliefs resulted in a mercurial, ambivalent, and three-sided relationship.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

HIST-211 – Women in Canada: 1920 to the Present

Twentieth century Canadian women’s experiences can be examined through a number of intriguing concepts. Domesticity and motherhood are studied via marriage rituals, childrearing practices, and contraceptive methods. The sexual division of labour is analyzed in terms of paid and unpaid work during the Great Depression and Second World War. Consumption is looked at through the shopping habits of the 1950s. Political involvement is measured not only in the progress women made in becoming persons, but also in becoming feminists. Attempts are also made to account for the varying experiences of immigrant and lesbian women.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

HIST-230 – Canada’s Environmental History

This course investigates the long, complex, reciprocal relationship between nature and humans. To explore it, three areas developed by historians are examined: how Indigenous Peoples and settler Canadians have thought about the natural environment and colonized landscapes, how resource development and industrialization/urbanization have had short- and long- term effects, and how Canada’s conservationists and environmentalists have responded to issues that have arisen. From their study, students should be able to place the dynamic interplay between the environment and people into perspective and come to better understand the development of that relationship over time.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

INDG-101 – Introduction to Indigenous Studies

This is a foundational course which introduces the interdisciplinary field of Indigenous Studies. Students examine documents developed by/for/and with Indigenous Peoples. The emphasis is on Indigenous Peoples’ experiences within Canada and BC specifically, and in relationship to the global community. Students will be introduced to Place Based approaches in order to understand the current historical, political, social, cultural and spiritual context of Truth and Reconciliation from Indigenous  Peoples’ Perspectives.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: Minimum 65% in either English Studies 12, English First Peoples 12, ENGL 090, or equivalent.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

INDG-105 – Introduction to Health and Wellness in Indigenous Communities

This course focuses upon an understanding of health and wellness within Indigenous communities, from Indigenous Peoples’ Perspectives. Students examine many factors and conditions that impact Indigenous Peoples’ health stemming from both the individual and collective experiences. Additional focus emphasizes how community health and wellness is articulated and maintained according to Indigenous Peoples Place Based Worldviews and definitions. Indigenous scholarship, including what is referred to as ‘traditional knowledges’ are incorporated alongside interdisciplinary perspectives, privileging Indigenous Peoples’ voices.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: Minimum 65% in either English Studies 12, English First Peoples 12, ENGL 090, or equivalent.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

INDG-120 – Introduction to Indigenous Peoples’ Worldviews (BC Focus)

This course focuses upon understanding experiences and relationships of Indigenous Peoples’ in their homelands and territories located within British Columbia. Students will learn about contemporary issues from an Indigenous Peoples’ perspective. Various perspectives regarding Indigenous Peoples’ self determination, cognitive justice and sovereignty (or lack thereof), will be examined. A Place Based approach to experiences of colonization enables students to consider Indigenous Peoples’ cultures and means of communicating values, worldviews and beliefs.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? Blended, On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

MATH-101 – Finite Mathematics 1

This course is intended for students who require an appreciation of higher mathematics, but don’t require calculus. MATH 101 stresses a logical and critical thinking approach while investigating the following topics: an introduction to matrices and to linear algebra; linear programming and the Simplex method; set theory, counting techniques and probability; and introduction to statistics; and Markov Processes.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: Either a minimum grade of 65% in one of Foundations 11, Pre-Calculus 11, Applications 12, Principles 11, or MATH 080; or Foundations of Math 11 and 70% or higher in Foundations of Math 12; or Pre-Calculus 12; or Calculus 12; or minimum grade of 65% in both Statistics 12 and Computer Science 12.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

MATH-102 – Introduction to Discrete Mathematics

Discrete mathematics plays an important role in logical thought and in computer science programming. This course provides an introduction to a variety of post-secondary mathematics which do not require calculus. MATH 102 is intended both for students who wish to see useful and real life applications of mathematics and for those needing to learn more about algorithms and problem solving in the context of computer science. Topics include: binary, octal, and hexadecimal number systems, formal logic, set theory and set algebra, Boolean algebra, introductory graph theory, algorithms and simple coding, and an introduction to formal mathematical proofs.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: Either MATH 101, MATH 103, MATH 105, STAT 106, Pre-Calculus 12, Calculus 12, or equivalent; or minimum 65% in Foundations of Math 11, Pre-Calculus 11, Applications of Math 12, Principles of Math 11, MATH 080, or equivalent; or minimum 65% in both Statistics 12 and Computer Science 12; or any grade in Foundations of Math 11 and 70% or higher in Foundations of Math 12.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

MATH-103 – Differential Calculus

This course is intended for students who are pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree. Topics include: functions, limits, continuity, derivatives, their interpretation, differentiation rules, techniques of differentiation, implicit differentiation, inverse functions, exponential functions, logarithms, applications of differentiation such as linear approximations, Newton’s method, related rates, analysis of graphs, and optimization, and the Mean Value Theorem. Calculus is a necessary step in any career in the sciences including Biology, Chemistry, Commerce, Computer Science, Engineering, Geology, Mathematics, Medicine, and Physics. It is also useful in any field which uses Statistics to analyze data.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 60 hours
• Prerequisites: Either a minimum of 65% in Math 090, Math 100, or Principles 12; or Pre-Calculus 11 AND Pre-Calculus 12 with a minimum of 65%; or Pre-Calculus 12 and a minimum of 75% in Calculus 12.
• Delivery Method: ? Blended
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

MATH-104 – Integral Calculus

Students work with polynomial, rational, logarithmic, exponential, trigonometric, inverse functions. They will learn integration techniques (substitution, parts, partial fractions, trigonometric substitution, numerical methods), applications of integration (volumes of revolution, work, I’Hôpital’s rule and improper integrals; sequences and series; convergence tests (divergence, integral, comparison, limit comparison, ratio, root, and alternating series tests), Power, Maclaurin and Taylor series, and differential equations. Calculus is a necessary step in any career in the sciences including Biology, Chemistry, Commerce, Computer Science, Engineering, Geology, Mathematics, Medicine, and Physics. It is also useful in any
field which uses Statistics to analyze data.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 60 hours
• Prerequisites: MATH 103 or equivalent; or a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Calculus.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

MATH-201 – Multivariable Calculus

This course takes calculus from the two-dimensional world of single variable functions into the multi-dimensional world of multivariable functions. Topics include graphing, and performing calculus on parametric curves; graphing, directional limits, and derivative operations on multivariable functions; double and triple integrals and their applications; changing variables, Lagrange multipliers and Taylor series of higher than one dimension.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: MATH 104. PHYS 104 is strongly recommended.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

MATH-203 – Differential Equations

Differential equations are used to model change throughout the sciences. Course topics include: techniques for solving first order differential equations (separable equations, exact equations, integrating factors), with applications (population dynamics, mechanics); homogeneous and general second order linear equations; the Wronskian; higher order linear equations; power series solutions; the Laplace transform. General theory such as existence and uniqueness theorems will be discussed as appropriate.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 60 hours
• Prerequisites: MATH 201 or 205 (may be taken previously or concurrently)
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

MATH-202 – Vector Calculus

MATH 202 presents the tools of calculus when applied to vector valued functions. The mathematics of vectors are introduced and applied to describing lines, planes, cylinders and surfaces. The calculus used to analyze vector fields is then introduced, including classification as a conservative field; the formulation and calculation of line integrals and flux through a surface; Green’s theorem, the calculation of the curl and divergence; Stokes’ theorem and the Divergence theorem.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: MATH 201
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

MATH-221 – Elementary Linear Algebra

This course is intended for students who are pursuing a Bachelor of Science (with a major in Computing, Mathematics, or Physics) or Applied Science (Engineering) degree. Topics include: systems of linear equations and matrices, matrix arithmetic, determinants, vectors, products of vectors, lines and planes in 2– and 3-space, Euclidean vector spaces, real vector spaces, inner product spaces, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, diagonalization, linear transformations, kernel, range, similarity, approximation and quadratic forms.

Linear algebra is used extensively in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, and Physics.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: MATH 104 except students enrolled in first year Engineering. (MATH 103 for first year Engineering students (may be taken concurrently).
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

PHIL-101 – An Introduction to Philosophical Inquiry I

This course introduces students to the questions and ideas in the world of thought and the skills of moral reasoning. In the context of both classical and contemporary philosophers, the moral principles used to justify how we should live are examined. An analysis of various moral traditions will seek to answer Socrates’ timeless ethical question, “how ought we to live?” Western, Eastern, Indigenous, Feminist, and Queer perspectives will be discussed.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

PHIL-102 – An Introduction to Philosophic Inquiry 2

Philosophy 102 is designed to explore three primary subject areas of philosophy: the nature of reality (metaphysics), the study of knowledge (epistemology), and the question of God (the philosophy of religion). Resources include Plato, Aristotle, Descartes, Materialism, Locke, Hume, Kant, and many more, both classical and contemporary. Some of the particular issues explored are: the question of transcendent reality, the mind-body problem, free will versus determinism, the role of mind and perception in knowing, the claims of skepticism, and the central arguments for and against the existence of God.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

PHIL-180 – The Search for Meaning

This course explores the question of meaning in modern life. The breakdown of given meanings and the proposition of a universe without objective value poses several questions: Where is meaning found? Is it merely subjective? What role does God, religion, spirituality, nature, science, culture, society, and relationships play? We first explore the philosophical context that structures the question of modern meaning, then examine diverse solutions. Sources include Marx, Nietzsche, Kierkegaard, Tolstoy, Camus, Sartre, Freud, Jung, Frankl, Russell, and Eastern, Indigenous, and Feminist perspectives.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

PHYS-103 – Introduction to Physics 1

This course introduces the student to how calculus is used to build physical theory and to solve problems in kinematics, dynamics, momentum, and centre of mass calculations. In addition, the student is introduced to several conservation laws, in particular conservation of mechanical energy and linear and angular momentum.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: Either PHYS 090, Physics 12, or equivalent. MATH 103 is a required course, either taken prior or concurrently.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

PHYS-104 – Introduction to Physics 2

This course builds on PHYS 103. Electric fields and electric potentials are calculated from a variety of continuous distributions of electric charge using Coulomb’s Law and Gauss’ Law. The principles of electrostatic equilibrium and dynamic equilibrium in conductors are used to discuss capacitors and resistors, and to calculate the effective capacitance or resistance for circuits. Kirchhoff’s loop rules are used to analyze more sophisticated circuits. Magnetic fields are calculated from distributions of electric current using Ampère’s law; and the force from a magnetic field on a current carrying wire or moving charge is calculated. Electromotive force is calculated using Faraday’s law of induction, and is applied to generators, transformers and inductors. Maxwell’s equations are introduced and used to explain electromagnetic waves. Special relativity is introduced. Calculus is used throughout this course: including introductions to vector fields, line integrals, surface flux integrals, gradients, and differential equations.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: PHYS 103, MATH 104 is a required course, either taken prior or concurrently.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

PHYS-201 – Analytical Mechanics

Analytical Mechanics involves advanced applications of Newton’s Laws and rotational motion. This course also covers non-inertial reference frames, central forces, and Kepler’s Laws of Motion.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: PHYS 104 and MATH 104. Corequisites: MATH 201
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

PHYS-202 – Introduction to Modern Physics

Modern Physics covers Einstein’s theory of special relativity, elementary quantum mechanics, and processes in atomic, and nuclear physics.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: PHYS 104, MATH 104, and MATH 201. Corequisites: MATH 203 and MATH 221. It is recommended that students enroll in MATH 202. These courses may be taken concurrently or sequentially.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

POLI-100 – Introduction to Politics and Government

This course assists students gain a foundational understanding of political science’s key concepts and practicalities. Among those considered are the fundamental nature of politics; power in all its guises; government systems; political beliefs, attitudes, and values; and various ideologies. From these bases, consideration is then given to constitution(s), executive(s), bureaucracy(ies), party(ies), interest group(s), election(s), and international relations. From their study and by working up case studies, students should become better informed politically and able to proceed to other political science courses.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

PSYC-101 – Introduction to Psychology 1

This course provides an introduction to the history, principles, and methods of psychology. Topics may include the brain and behaviour, sensation and perception, learning and memory, thinking and language, and states of consciousness.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: Minimum 65% in either English Studies 12, English First Peoples 12, ENGL 090, or equivalent.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

PSYC-102 – Introduction to Psychology 2

This course is a continuation of PSYC 101. Topics may include development across the lifespan, intelligence, motivation, emotion, stress and health, personality, psychological disorders, therapy, and social behavior.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: Minimum 65% in either English Studies 12, English First Peoples 12, ENGL 090, or equivalent). PSYC 101 is recommended.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

PSYC-207 – Social Psychology

Social psychology is the subfield of psychology that explores the many ways in which our thoughts, feelings, and behaviours are influenced by the real or implied presence of others. Topics include social thinking (e.g., non-verbal communication, attitudes & persuasion), social influence (e.g., conformity obedience & group influence), and social relations (e.g., altruism, aggression, attraction & prejudice). This course provides a broad overview of important theories and research findings on these and other related topics.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: A minimum grade of C- (55%) in both PSYC 101 and PSYC 102
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

PSYC-240 – Introduction to Psychopathology and Mental Health

This course is an introduction to the research, history, and theories of psychopathology and mental health. A major emphasis in the course is to examine selected categories of psychological disorders such as anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, personality disorders, eating disorders, and substance use disorders. Additional topics may include diagnostic classification, the impact of health and stress on psychological functioning, understanding psychopathology, and therapies.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: A minimum grade of C- (55%) in both PSYC 101 and PSYC 102
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

PSYC-270 – Environmental Psychology

Psychological theory is used to explore how the environment affects our daily lives and how we, in turn, shape and influence the environment. Topics may include wayfinding, personal space, learning and work environments, crowding, territoriality, and serious environmental problems. A greater understanding and appreciation of built and natural environments are the primary objectives.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: Minimum grade of C- (55%) in both PSYC 101 and PSYC 102
• Delivery Method: ? Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

SOCI-101 – Introduction to Sociology: The Individual and Society

This course introduces students to the basic concepts of sociology. In addition to theory and research methods, topics include culture, socialization, social structure and interaction, groups and organizations, gender, sexuality and intimate relationships, race and ethnicity, and globalization. Students will develop a sociological perspective to better understand human experience, diversity, and especially the vital link between self and society.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? Blended, On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

SOCI-102 – Introduction to Sociology 2: Social Institutions

This introductory course examines the major social institutions and social processes in contemporary society, and examines the central theoretical perspectives in sociology: functionalism, conflict theory, symbolic interactionism, feminism, and postmodernism. Topics include: Family, Education, Religion, Mass Media, Economy and Work, Power, Politics and Government, Social Class and Stratification, Global Stratification, and Collective Behaviour, Social Movements and Social Change.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

SOCI-210 – Introduction to Social Science Research Methods

Introduction to Social Science Research Methods examines the scientific method applied to the understanding of behaviour, the recognition and posing of scientifically researchable questions, and the examination of different research designs. Students gain an interdisciplinary understanding of qualitative and quantitative methods and ethics in social science research. Students are introduced to relevant research questions, issues of interest, and how to communicate knowledge and information about their social world. This course also introduces Indigenous research methodologies.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: Three 100 level credits in Sociology, Criminology or Psychology. ENGL 100 with a minimum grade of C-. Corequisites: Recommended COMP 153, STAT 106
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline

SPAN-101 – Beginners’ Spanish I

This is an introductory language course and is designed for the absolute beginner in Spanish. The focus of this course is to help students become functionally proficient in the Spanish language through the basic skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. This course also explores the diversity and influence of the Spanish culture in a global context.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 60 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

STAT-106 – Statistics

This course introduces the fundamental ideas of statistics and can be applied to any discipline. Topics include: collection, description, and presentation of data; calculating central tendency and dispersion; probability and statistical inference; hypothesis testing (means, proportions, variances, one and two samples); correlation and regression; decision making and sampling, Goodness of Fit Tests, and Contingency Tables.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 60 hours
• Prerequisites: A minimum of 60% in either Principles of Math 11, Foundations of Math 11, Applications of Math 11, Pre-Calculus Math 11, Statistics 12, Pre-Calculus 12, Calculus 12, MATH 080, or MATH 101; or a minimum grade of 65% in either Foundations of Math 12, Geometry 12, or Computer Science 12; or any grade in Foundations of Math 11 and 70% or higher in Foundations of Math 12; or a minimum grade of 60% in MATH 111.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus, Online
• Cost: $365.28
• Lab Fees: $83.73
• Total: $449.01
• Course Outline

STAT-206 – Calculus Based Statistics

This course is intended for students who are pursuing Engineering or a Bachelor of Science degree. Topics include probability theory, random variables, expected values, variance, moments, probability distributions (binomial, hypergeometric, Poisson, normal, geometric, negative binomial and gamma), estimation (properties of estimators, method of maximum likelihood and method of moments), hypothesis testing (type I and II errors, and generalized likelihood ratio tests), distributions (χ2,t and F) and their tests, goodness of fit and contingency tables, regression and ANOVA.

Statistics are used to analyze data throughout the sciences, including Biology, Chemistry, Commerce, Computer Science, Engineering, Geology, Mathematics, Medicine and Physics.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: MATH 104 or MATH 114 may be taken concurrently
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $365.28
• Course Outline