Pre-Education Certificate

ASTR-100 – Astronomy

This course presents an overview of historical and modern astronomical knowledge. Topics include telescope design, astronomical methods, the planets of the solar system, the life cycle of stars, and our place among the galaxies. 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: $358.14
• Lab Fees: $82.11
• Total: $440.25
• 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. It is also suitable as an elective course for general interest or arts students.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: Either Biology 12, Anatomy & Physiology 12, or BIOL 090, or equivalent. Life Sciences 11 and Chemistry 12 are highly recommended.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $358.14
• Lab Fees: $82.11
• Total: $440.25
• 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: $358.14
• Lab Fees: $82.11
• Total: $440.25
• 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: $358.14
• Lab Fees: $82.11
• Total: $440.25
• Course Outline

BIOL-181 – Introductory Human Anatomy and Physiology 1

This course is an introduction to the structural and functional aspects of the human musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems. BIOL 181 is presented in a lecture-lab format. The physiology portion of the course is primarily taught during the lecture portion while the anatomy and application portion of the course is dealt with during the laboratory periods.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: Either Biology 12, Anatomy and Physiology 12, BIOL 090, BIOL 101, BIOL 102, or equivalent. Life Sciences 11 and Chemistry 12 are highly recommended.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $358.14
• Lab Fees: $82.11
• Total: $440.25
• Course Outline

BIOL-182 – Introductory Human Anatomy and Physiology 2

A continuation of BIOL 181, this course is designed to allow the student to explore the anatomical and physiological details of the nervous, endocrine, digestive, excretory, immune and reproductive systems. Attention is given to the integrated homeostatic balance of the body. BIOL 182 is designed to provide the student with a solid foundation in anatomy and physiology on which to build.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: BIOL 181
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $358.14
• Lab Fees: $82.11
• Total: $440.25
• 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: $358.14
• Lab Fees: $82.11
• Total: $440.25
• 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, Principles of Mathematics 12, or equivalent.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $358.14
• Lab Fees: $82.11
• Total: $440.25
• 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: $358.14
• Lab Fees: $82.11
• Total: $440.25
• 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: $358.14
• 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: $358.14
• 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: $358.14
• Course Outline

ENGL-202 – Introduction to Modern Canadian Literature

English 202 is a survey of Canadian Literature from the 20th and 21st Century. In this course, students learn about the important themes and ideological concerns of Canadian Literature in the genres of poetry and prose. As part of the course, students read work from English-Canadian writers, as well as the works of some French Canadian writers may be included in translation. They will also study the work of some Indigenous Canadian writers. Because literary analysis is an important element of Canadian Literary studies, students will be introduced to some of the leading critics in the field.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: ENGL 100 and concurrent enrollment in either ENGL 101 or ENGL 102.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus, Online
• Cost: $358.14
• 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: $358.14
• Course Outline

ENSC-101 – Introduction to Environmental Science

This course introduces students to scientific analysis and communication of environmental issues. Students will learn about natural systems and the complex interactions among their biological, physical, chemical and anthropogenic components. Students will consider Western and Indigenous perspectives, governance, and economic factors to critically evaluate and communicate environmental problems. Students will investigate how those issues affect various aspects of the ecosphere, including humans, and will use integrated knowledge and perspectives to explore sustainable solutions. Laboratory activities, field trips and guest lectures will offer the opportunity to study regional environments and local environmental issues.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: Minimum 65% in either English 12, English Studies 12, English First People 12, ENGL 090, or equivalent.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $358.14
• Lab Fees: $82.11
• Total: $440.25
• 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: $358.14
• 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: $358.14
• Lab Fees: $82.11
• Total: $440.25
• 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: $358.14
• Lab Fees: $82.11
• Total: $440.25
• 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: $358.14
• Lab Fees: $82.11
• Total: $440.25
• 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: $358.14
• 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: $358.14
• 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: $358.14
• 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: $358.14
• 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: $358.14
• Course Outline

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

This course adopts an Indigenous approach to understanding health and wellness within Indigenous communities. Students examine many factors and conditions that impact Indigenous community health at an individual and collective perspective. This course also focuses on how community health and wellness is articulated and maintained according to Indigenous Peoples Place Based Worldviews. Critical 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 12, English Studies 12, English First Peoples 12, ENGL 090, or equivalent.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus, Online
• Cost: $358.14
• Course Outline

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

This course uses Indigenous pedagogy to support students in understanding their relationships to Indigenous peoples and territories in British Columbia. Students will learn about contemporary issues facing some of the Indigenous nations within British Columbia from an Indigenous perspective. Through examining both local and larger provincial conversations surrounding Indigenous rights, treaties (or lack thereof), and the history of colonization, students will learn to consider concepts of cultural appropriation, and examine the idea of decolonization in action.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? Blended, Online
• Cost: $358.14
• Course Outline

INDG-203 – Indigenous Ways of Knowing

This course introduces students to concepts of Indigenous knowledges, worldviews and epistemologies through Indigenous Peoples’ scholarship and experiences with research grounded in Western ways of knowing. The course includes a review of knowledge creation, and it explores the value, importance and uniqueness of Indigenous Peoples’ pedagogy. The course prepares students to explore questions that are important to Indigenous Peoples, their communities, and nations and how research can support cultural continuity and self-determination.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? Online
• Cost: $358.14
• Course Outline

KNES-190 – Basic Human Anatomy

This course introduces the student to basic human anatomy and physiology. The basic structure and function of various organ systems are discussed through a series of lectures and labs. Organ systems included in this course are skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, nervous, urinary and endocrine systems.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 75 hours
• Prerequisites: Minimum 65% in either English 12, English Studies 12, English First Peoples 12, ENGL 090, or equivalent.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $358.14
• Lab Fees: $82.11
• Total: $440.25
• Course Outline

KNES-200 – Functional Anatomy and Physiology 1

This course is an introduction to the structure and function of the systems involved in the control and execution of human movement. Special emphasis will be placed on the musculoskeletal, nervous and endocrine systems that are responsible for the integration and control of human movement.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: Minimum 65% in either Anatomy & Physiology 12, BIOL 090, BIOL 101, BIOL 102, or KNES 190, or equivalent.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $358.14
• Lab Fees: $82.11
• Total: $440.25
• Course Outline

KNES-210 – Functional Anatomy and Physiology 2

A continuation of KNES 200, this course is designed to allow students to continue to explore the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Special emphasis will be placed on the systems that play a significant role in human movement and physical activity. These include the cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary and digestive systems. The lymphatic, immune, reproductive and integumentary systems will also be examined.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 90 hours
• Prerequisites: KNES 200 or permission of the instructor
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $358.14
• Lab Fees: $82.11
• Total: $440.25
• 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: $358.14
• 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: $358.14
• 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: $358.14
• Lab Fees: $82.11
• Total: $440.25
• Course Outline

MATH-104 – Integral Calculus

Students work with polynomial, rational, logarithmic, exponential, trigonometric, inverse, and hyperbolic functions. They will learn integration techniques (substitution, parts, partial fractions, trigonometric substitution, numerical methods), applications of integration (volumes of revolution, work, fluid, force, surfaces, arc length, and centroids); 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, differential equations, polar curves (common graphs, slopes, area, arc length, and conics) and parametric equations (higher order derivatives, area, and arc length).

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: $358.14
• Lab Fees: $82.11
• Total: $440.25
• Course Outline

MATH-105 – Mathematics for Teachers I

Mathematics for Elementary Teachers 1 is a math course that covers the important concepts, mathematical methods, and ideas required to teach the elementary mathematics curriculum. It
emphasizes the foundational concepts needed to support abstract calculation and it broadens students’ understanding of mathematics. The course blends theory, teaching models, and the use of a variety of manipulatives which are appropriate for teaching mathematics in the elementary grades. This course emphasizes the foundational topics taught in the early elementary grades including problem solving strategies; whole number operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; fractions and decimals; and incorporates local Indigenous knowledge, content, ways of knowing, and perspectives into each unit of study.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: Minimum 60% in either MATH 080, MATH 100, MATH 101, Pre-Calculus 11, Principles of Math 11, Foundations of Math 11, Applications of Math 11, Pre-Calculus 12, Calculus 12, or equivalent; or 70% or better in either Geometry 12, Statistics 12, or equivalent; or any grade in Foundations of Math 11 and 70% or higher in Foundations of Math 12.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $358.14
• Course Outline

MATH-107 – Mathematics for Teachers 2

Mathematics for Teachers 2 continues the learning from MATH 105 – Mathematics for Teachers 1 – and emphasizes topics taught in the upper elementary grades, such as ratio, proportion, and percent; geometry; relations, functions, and their graphs; coordinate geometry; and probability and statistics. Mathematics for Teachers 2 covers the important concepts, mathematical methods, and ideas required to teach the elementary mathematics curriculum. It emphasizes the foundational concepts needed to support abstract calculation and it broadens students’ understanding of mathematics. The course blends theory, teaching models, and the use of a variety of manipulatives which are appropriate for teaching mathematics in the elementary grades. Students are required to explain various models for a particular concept, the relationships between them, and when it is appropriate to use them. This course incorporates local Indigenous knowledge, content, ways of knowing, and perspectives into each unit of study.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: MATH 105 or equivalent.
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $358.14
• 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: $358.14
• Lab Fees: $82.11
• Total: $440.25
• 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: $358.14
• Lab Fees: $82.11
• Total: $440.25
• Course Outline

POLI-203 – Canadian Government & Politics

This course introduces students to Canadian government and politics by concentrating on the theoretical constructs fashioned by political scientists. Students develop an even more in-depth
comprehension of the historical foundation and current operation of the Constitution/Charter of Rights and Freedoms as well as the four institutional components of the federal system. Students will be exposed to various issues surrounding these aspects of this national field of political science.

• Minimum Credits: 3
• Length: 45 hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Delivery Method: ? On-campus
• Cost: $358.14
• 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: $358.14
• Lab Fees: $82.11
• Total: $440.25
• Course Outline