Academic Calendar 2023-24 
    
    Jun 26, 2024  
Academic Calendar 2023-24 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


 

Kinesiology

  
  • KIN 345 - Functional Anatomy and Corrective Exercise


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 75
    Students will study how dysfunctional movement patterns may be associated with pain and/or increased injury risk. Students will develop a deeper knowledge of functional anatomy and will learn basic assessment techniques related to posture, joint function and overall functional movement. Students will learn to apply appropriate exercises that can address movement impairments, reduce pain and/or injury risk and enhance health, function and performance. 

    Prerequisites
    All of:




  
  • KIN 350 - Health & Fitness Promotion


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45
    Students will explore a variety of health promotion models, strategies and interventions related to the individual, community, organizational and policy level. Students will study health promotion principles, practice, intervention designs and program planning to ensure sustainable health outcomes across various populations and settings such as family, school, community and the worksite.

    Prerequisites
    One of:


    Equivalencies
    • SPEX 350



  
  • KIN 355 - Etiology and Treatment of Obesity


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Students will study a wide range of factors contributing to obesity and a variety of weight loss and weight management strategies in fitness, public health or related settings. Effective pre-screening, counselling and treatment strategies with emphasis on physical activity for individuals with obesity and weight related comorbidities will be a central focus. Students will gain experience working with both individual clients and groups. 

    Prerequisites
    All of:


    Equivalencies
    • SPEX 355



  
  • KIN 380 - Applied Nutrition for Sport & Exercise


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45
    Students will explore current nutritional practices, ergogenic supplements, diet controversies and recommendations for different health and performance goals. Students will examine the application of nutritional regimens to meet specific health, exercise or sport requirements. 

    Prerequisites
    All of:




  
  • KIN 385 - Active Aging


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Students will explore the physiological, psychological, and sociological changes that occur during the aging process. In this context, students will learn about the importance of movement education and physical activity for older adults, the development of programming and activity plans for this population, and strategies to engage older adults to realize the benefits of an active lifestyle throughout the aging process. 

    Prerequisites
    All of:




  
  • KIN 400 - Chronic Disease Management


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Students will study the role of exercise in the prevention, treatment and management of chronic disease. Using clinical practice guidelines and current evidence, students will develop safe and appropriate exercise assessments and prescriptions for a variety of chronic conditions. Case studies, clinical case presentations and practical skill development will be employed to demonstrate the skills needed to safely and effectively prescribe exercise in clinical settings.

    Prerequisites
    All of:


    Equivalencies
    • SPEX 400



  
  • KIN 402 - Internship


    Credits: 6 Total Hours: 300
    Students will have an opportunity to expand upon both applied and academic course work while working in a sport and fitness related leadership setting. This 4 month full-time internship will provide students with a practical work experience which is both facilitated and monitored by the College. Successful completion counts toward an Internship designation. 

    Prerequisites
    All of:

    • COM in CDEV WPS   
    • Successful completion of 9 out of 10 courses in BKIN Year 3 with a GPA of at least 3.0 (C+)

    Equivalencies
    • SFL 402



  
  • KIN 402P - Parallel Internship


    Credits: 6 Total Hours: 300
    Students will have an opportunity to expand upon both applied and academic course work while working in a sport and fitness related leadership setting. This 8 month part-time internship will provide students with a practical work experience which is both facilitated and monitored by the College. Depending on program requirements and availability, students may also take several academic courses at the same time. Successful completion counts toward an Internship designation.

    Prerequisites
    All of:

    • COM in CDEV WPS   
    • Successful completion of 9 out of 10 courses in KIN.BDEG Year 3 with a GPA of at least 3.0 (C+)

    Equivalencies
    • SFL 402P



  
  • KIN 410 - Advanced Exercise Physiology


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Students will develop advanced knowledge of exercise physiology. Key topics explored include the effects of exercise on cellular metabolism and major body systems, exercise pharmacology, exercise genomics and environmental stressors. Students will take an active role in the course by reading and critically analyzing recent, peer-reviewed papers in exercise physiology and leading discussions on a variety of topics. 

    Prerequisites
    One of:

    And all of:


    Equivalencies
    • SPEX 450



  
  • KIN 412 - Physical Activity & Mental Health


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Students will study the effects of physical activity on the prevention and management of mental health disorders (anxiety, stress, depression, dementia and schizophrenia) and quality of life (mood, self-concept, hardiness and self-esteem) of children and adults. Students will explore and evaluate evidence of exercise-induced hormonal, hypothalamic, metabolic and cardiovascular changes linked to enhanced mental health in individuals and examine the connections between physical activity and improved cognition in individuals across the life span.

    Prerequisites
    All of:


    Equivalencies
    • SPEX 412



  
  • KIN 415 - Management & Professional Practice


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45
    Students will study advanced management of programs, facilities, clinics and corporations related to health, fitness, sport and health promotion. Students will explore the organization and structure of health and fitness industry in Canada and British Columbia, including certification, licensing and educational opportunities in the profession, personnel recruitment, supervision and retention, as well as marketing and program promotion and management of a private practice. 

    Prerequisites
    All of:


    Equivalencies
    • SPEX 420



  
  • KIN 430 - Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Students will explore the advanced theoretical and practical application of contemporary medical management of cardiopulmonary conditions with emphasis on rehabilitative interventions to improve morbidity and reduce mortality. Students will review the practices of assessment, education, and behaviour modification of risk factors and the role of appropriate exercise programs in the prevention, treatment, and management of individuals with cardiopulmonary conditions and their accompanying comorbid conditions. 

    Prerequisites
    All of:


    Equivalencies
    • SPEX 430



  
  • KIN 435 - Outdoor Adventure Education


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Students will apply experiential approaches to developing skills, knowledges, and capacities related to the broad field of outdoor adventure education. Students will explore the role of adventure in the diverse range of outdoor programs and services that facilitate health promotion, educational, recreational, and developmental outcomes. Students will engage with place-based and Indigenous ways of being and knowing as a means to increase and diversify their knowledges and capacities, develop interpersonal skills, and explore leadership in outdoor contexts. 

    Prerequisites
    One of:


    Equivalencies
    • SFL 430



  
  • KIN 455 - Adapted Sport: Advanced Practices


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Students will study the delivery of adapted physical activity services to individuals with disabilities, with particular attention on the theoretical frameworks that guide professional practice. Students will explore the applied aspects of assessment and effective programming for adapted sport and physical activity.

    Prerequisites
    All of:


    Equivalencies
    • SPEX 455



  
  • KIN 470 - Social Processes in Sport & Fitness


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45
    Students will examine a range of social issues within the sport and fitness industry in Canada and internationally. Students will focus on the themes of creating social change in sport and health / fitness fields.

    Prerequisites
    One of:


    Equivalencies
    • SFL 410



  
  • KIN 489 - Directed Study


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Students will identify a subject of their choosing that is complementary to their area of specialist study. The chosen subject could stem from a desire to expand knowledge from courses previously taken in their degree or to explore an area of inquiry not offered in an existing degree course. Working with a faculty member in a mentorship approach to teaching and learning, students will be supported to determine the content of the course and the most appropriate ways to approach and represent their learning. Through increased individualization, intellectual independence, and personal responsibility in their learning students will expand their knowledge on a topic of personal interest and gain skills in selecting and managing information.

    Prerequisites
    All of:

    • Permission of the Chair

    Notes: Permission will be based on a student having completed two years post-secondary study or minimum 3rd year standing in the area of specialization.



  
  • KIN 491 - Applied Exercise Management


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 135
    Students will learn in a seminar and work experience based course environment that provides an opportunity for guided, program-related learning in a fitness industry workplace setting. Students will learn professional practices, industry research and career readiness skills of fitness and exercise therapist professionals.

    Prerequisites
    All of:


    Equivalencies
    • SFL 491
    • SPMA 491




Korean

  
  • KORE 100 - Korean Basic 1


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    In this introductory course, students will focus on modern Korean with an emphasis on colloquial, spoken language. Students with no or little knowledge of Korean will develop a solid foundation in the Hangeul script, pronunciation, core vocabulary and basic sentence patterns that are essential to basic communications. Students will learn the cultural conventions for appropriate language use.



  
  • KORE 101 - Korean Basic 2


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    In this course, students will engage in daily life conversations for basic personal and social needs. Students will increase reading comprehension by expanding their knowledge of grammatical structures and vocabulary. Students will continue to learn the cultural conventions for appropriate language use.

    Prerequisites
    All of:




  
  • KORE 200 - Korean Pre-Intermediate


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    This second-year course is intended for students who have completed KORE 101  or have previous knowledge of the language. In this course, students will continue to develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills as well as grammar and vocabulary knowledge. Students will gain communication skills for familiar and personal subjects appropriate to the social context.

    Prerequisites
    All of:





Learning Skills

  
  • LRNS 102 - Learning Skills for Technology


    Credits: 1.5 Total Hours: 30
    This course will help students learn strategies to solve quantitative problems more effectively as well as strategies in standard learning skills areas such as time management and exam preparations. Special emphasis will be given to those strategies specifically needed in mathematical problem-solving courses such as understanding concepts efficiently and solving problems systematically.

    Pre or Co-requisites
    One of:




  
  • LRNS 103 - Learning Skills for Human Sciences


    Credits: 1.5 Total Hours: 30
    This course provides students in designated programs with learning and study strategies to enhance their academic success through modules integrated within the program curriculum, enhancing awareness of learning challenges and providing a repertoire of strategies (e.g. time management, exam preparation, effective note-taking) to meet those challenges.




Legal

  
  • LGL 150 - Foundations of Law & Procedure


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    This survey and skills based course gives learners an introduction to: the Canadian legal system and specifically the British Columbia legal system; an introduction to Canadian legal history and current functions of government and law-making institutions; federal and provincial court systems, as well as specific areas of private and public law. This course will include an introduction to the production of some forms and documents encountered while working as an LOA in British Columbia and will provide learners with a foundational knowledge in the preparation of legal documents in later, specified courses in the LOA program.

    Prerequisites
    One of:




  
  • LGL 153 - Conveyancing Procedures


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    This course introduces students to the duties and responsibilities of a legal office assistant working in the area of real estate law and residential conveyancing in British Columbia. Topics covered include: specialized legal terminology; Provincial Statute Law and Regulations; preparation and filing of forms and Rules of BC’s Land Title and Survey Authority; set up and maintenance of client files in a real estate matter; confidentiality and client management; and current conveyancing specific technology.

    Pre or Co-requisites
    All of:




  
  • LGL 154 - Family Law Procedure


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    This course introduces students to the duties and responsibilities of a legal office assistant working in family law in British Columbia. Topics covered include: specialized legal terminology; Federal and Provincial Statue Law and Regulations; Forms and Rules of Court for BC’s Provincial and Supreme Court matters; Alternative Dispute Resolution; Family Law Agreements; Preparing, filing and maintaining client files; Confidentiality and client management and current family law specific technology.

    Pre or Co-requisites
    All of:




  
  • LGL 157 - Wills, Estates and Corporate Procedures


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Learners will be introduced to the duties and responsibilities of legal administrative professionals supporting solicitors practicing law in the areas of wills, estate planning, business, and corporate law in British Columbia. Students will explore forms and rules for estate planning as well as business and corporate matters using appropriate legal terminology. Learners will develop skills to prepare and maintain client files, understand confidentiality, client management, and associated technology.

    Prerequisites
    One of:


    Pre or Co-requisites
    All of:




  
  • LGL 158 - Litigation Procedures


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Learners will be introduced to the duties and responsibilities of legal administrative professionals supporting a barrister practicing in the areas of litigation or criminal law in British Columbia.  Students will examine various forms and rules of Court for civil litigation and criminal law at both Provincial and Supreme Court levels using specialized legal terminology. Learners will develop skills to prepare and maintain client files, understand confidentiality, client management, and associated technology.

    Prerequisites
    One of:


    Pre or Co-requisites
    All of:





Marketing

  
  • MARK 110 - Introduction to Marketing


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Students will explore Canadian and international marketing structures and techniques. Students will define and segment target markets, use planning and forecasting techniques, analyze the costs and benefits of the marketing mix, prepare and interpret introductory market research data, explore consumer behaviour and consumerism, and be introduced to industrial markets.

    Pre or Co-requisites
    One of:


    Equivalencies
    • SPEX 160



  
  • MARK 210 - Marketing Research


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    An examination and application of marketing research techniques, involving research design, sampling, forms and questions, data gathering, interpretation and reporting. Attention is given to new product research, consumer surveys, market analysis and forecasting.

    Prerequisites
    One of:

    And one of:

    Or all of:

    • Bachelor degree from a recognized post-secondary institution

    Equivalencies
    • MARK 251



  
  • MARK 220 - Integrated Marketing Communications


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Students will examine communication management theories and principles with emphasis on the Paid (advertising) and Owned (content marketing) components of the integrated Paid Earned Shared Owned media model. Students will construct and measure an effective integrated marketing communication (IMC) plan that communicates a consistent brand identity to specified target markets.

    Prerequisites
    One of:

    • C in MARK 110  
    • Bachelor’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution

    Pre or Co-requisites
    All of:




  
  • MARK 230 - Retail Management


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45
    Students will explore retailing institutions’ principles and practices with special emphasis on layout and store design, organization structure, merchandise assortments and strategy, financial strategy, the buying function, staffing and building customer loyalty. Students study the interrelationship of merchandise strategies with retail marketing strategies.

    Prerequisites
    One of:




  
  • MARK 233 - Corporate Communications - Public Relations


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Students will examine communication management theories and principles with emphasis on the Shared (social media) and Earned (media relations) components of the integrated Paid Earned Shared Owned media model.  Students will apply current practices in the development of a communication plan aimed at enhancing organizational reputation and stakeholder relationships.

    Prerequisites
    One of:

    • C in MARK 110  
    • Bachelor degree from a recognized post-secondary institution

    Pre or Co-requisites
    All of:




  
  • MARK 235 - Creative Selling


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    A modern look at creative selling as a career. From the philosophy of prospecting to the final close, the student, through applied research, is encouraged to simulate the actual experiences of sales professionals. This practical course analyzes behavioural patterns which affect sales success.

    Prerequisites
    One of:




  
  • MARK 320 - Marketing Media and Buying


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Students will develop skill in media planning and buying, including examining the various communication tools available to best meet the needs of the intended audience and the organization. Students will evaluate the role and effectiveness of traditional, digital, alternative and emerging media.

    Prerequisites
    One of:

    C in MARK 220  

    C in MARK 233  



  
  • MARK 330 - Marketing Communications Portfolio


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Students will create an individual professional portfolio that showcases their ability to identify specific audience needs, demonstrate copywriting skills, software competence and basic design knowledge in planning and creating corporate and marketing communications.

    Prerequisites
    All of:

    And one of:

    Or

    All of:

    • C in MARK 220  
    • C in MARK 233  
    • Bachelor degree from a recognized post-secondary institution

    Pre or Co-requisites
    All of:




  
  • MARK 360 - Sustainable Marketing


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    This course looks at the concept of corporate citizenship to address the role of business in society. It explores sustainable business practices to examine issues of ethical decision making and stakeholder relations. The course examines marketing fundamentals with core environmental, social, and economic principles.

    Prerequisites
    One of:


    Equivalencies
    • MARK 260
    Notes: It is recommended that students complete second year of their program prior to enrolling in MARK 360.



  
  • MARK 365 - Consumer Behaviour


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Students will examine the individual, social, cultural and psychological factors that influence consumer behaviour. Students will create consumer profiles to assist in the selection of marketing strategies and tactics. Segmentation strategies, product positioning and advertising appeals are illustrated using case studies.

    Prerequisites
    One of:


    Notes: It is recommended that students complete second year of their program prior to enrolling in MARK 365.



  
  • MARK 385 - Services Marketing


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45
    The service sector is expanding, thus understanding the marketing of services is increasingly important. This course will focus on the unique nature of service provision in a range of sectors and will provide an overview of the principle and strategies required to effectively meet the consumer’s or client’s expectations.

    Prerequisites
    One of:


    Notes: It is recommended that students complete second year of their program prior to enrolling in MARK 385.



  
  • MARK 395 - Customer Relationship Management


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Students will examine the application of customer relationship management (CRM) in a variety of organizational settings. Students will explore database planning, design and creation, and the role of CRM in a firm’s marketing strategy on customer relationship building and servicing.

    Prerequisites
    One of:


    Notes: It is recommended that students have completed second year in their program prior to taking this course.



  
  • MARK 420 - Marketing Project Management


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Students will study and apply project management principles and practices in a marketing context to design and implement a service-learning project for an international not-for-profit organization. Students will develop, implement and monitor the marketing project using cross-functional thinking, teamwork, communication and cultural awareness.

    Prerequisites
    All of:

    Or

    All of:

    • Bachelor degree from a recognized post-secondary institution

    And one of:


    Equivalencies
    • BUS 427 



  
  • MARK 433 - Strategic Communications Management


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Students will examine the role of communications as a strategic management function and explore current issues in leading and managing corporate and marketing communications. Students will examine ethics, reputation and stakeholder management, and the use of complex communication planning approaches and tools.

    Prerequisites
    One of:

    Or

    All of:

    • Bachelor degree from a recognized post-secondary institution

    And one of:




  
  • MARK 435 - Sales Management


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    This applied course examines the roles and responsibilities of a sales manager and the management of a sales force. Students are introduced to the concepts of human resource management and leadership as they apply to the management of a sales team. Specifically, four important competencies are developed in the course: strategic planning, leading and coaching, managing diversity, and leveraging technology.

    Prerequisites
    One of:

    • C in MARK 235  
    • Bachelor degree from a recognized post-secondary institution

    Equivalencies
    • MARK 335
    Notes:  It is recommended that students complete second year of their program prior to enrolling in MARK 435.



  
  • MARK 440 - Digital Marketing


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Students will apply skills necessary to select and use digital technologies for a strategic competitive advantage. Students will integrate concepts of building an online presence and the tools required to incorporate digital technologies within an organization’s marketing mix.

    Prerequisites
    One of:

    And one of:

    • C in ABT 294  
    • C in ABT 270  
    • Bachelor’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution

    Equivalencies
    • MARK 240
    Notes: It is recommended that students complete second year of their program prior to enrolling in MARK 440.



  
  • MARK 445 - Marketing Data Analytics


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Students will apply tools and techniques for the collection, analysis and management of data, and the communication of data-driven intelligence within the marketing function. The application of analytical processes and methods, statistical modelling, data storytelling and visualization tools prepare students to use analytics to better evaluate the effectiveness of the marketing mix, understand customer behaviour and build lifetime customer value.  Students will explore the influence and ethical considerations of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML). 

    Prerequisites
    All of:

    And one of:

    Or

    All of:

    • Bachelor degree from a recognized post-secondary institution

    And one of:




  
  • MARK 465 - Business to Business Marketing


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Students will examine business to business (B2B) markets versus consumer markets, the various marketing concepts involved in an organizational buying process, and strategic alternatives to approach these markets. Students will explore concepts including supply chain management, outsourcing, sustainability, strategic alliance, networking, and issues and impacts of globalization.

    Prerequisites
    One of:


    Notes: It is recommended that students complete second year of their program prior to enrolling in MARK 465.



  
  • MARK 485 - Current Trends in Marketing


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Students will explore, in depth, how a specified current issue or issues in society influence, and are in turn influenced by, marketing. Exemplar topics may include culture and marketing; health and marketing; technological or regulatory developments and marketing; or other emerging social influences. The aim of the course is to support the development of students as autonomous learners and independent thinkers who can anticipate the linkage and potential impact of current and emerging trends on marketing and marketers.

    Prerequisites
    All of:

    • C in MARK 210  
    • C in any two MARK 300 level courses

    Or

    All of:

    • Bachelor degree from a recognized post-secondary institution

    And one of:





Massage Therapy

  
  • MASS 105 - Professional Practice


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy 
    Students will learn the functional areas of professional practice of a massage therapist, which include communication, ethics, and building a therapeutic relationship. Students will study verbal and non-verbal communications, conflict resolution strategies, ethical issues, and therapeutic boundaries in the therapist-patient relationship. 



  
  • MASS 112 - Therapeutic Exercise


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy 
    Students will learn foundational concepts and the applied science of exercise as a therapeutic intervention for commonly occurring clinical conditions relevant to massage therapy. Theoretical and practical knowledge of the effects of various exercise techniques on the patient will be explored, with an emphasis on safe and effective treatment. 

    Prerequisites
    All of:

    Or all of:




  
  • MASS 115 - General Pathology


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students will study the pathological mechanisms of disorder of the circulation, skin, nervous system, muscle, cardiovascular system, blood vessels, respiratory tract, endocrine, reproductive system, alimentary tract, liver, pancreas, kidney, and urinary tract. Students will study infectious diseases and disorders of growth and neoplasia. Students will examine the body’s response to injury/disease and the relationship between the healing process and treatment in massage therapy. 

    Prerequisites
    One of:




  
  • MASS 117 - Orthopedic Pathology


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students will study the pathology of structural and degenerative musculoskeletal disorders of the upper extremity, lower extremity, and the spine. Students will explore the body’s response to wound healing and common clinical signs and symptoms with an emphasis on the causes of orthopedic conditions. 

    Prerequisites
    One of:

     

     

     



  
  • MASS 121 - Anatomy and Physiology 1


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students will study cellular biology and histology and be introduced to the fundamental principles of systemic anatomy and physiology as they relate to homeostasis, with a focus on the integumentary system. Students will gain foundational knowledge of how structure and function relate to the pathology of commonly occurring conditions and impairments relevant to massage therapy. 



  
  • MASS 122 - Anatomy and Physiology 2


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students will study the organ level of human body organization, with a focus on the basics of human body anatomy and physiology. Students will apply theoretical knowledge in the areas of the cardiovascular system, lymphatic system, and respiratory system for their structure and function as it relates to the pathology of commonly occurring conditions and impairments relevant to massage therapy. 

    Prerequisites
    One of:




  
  • MASS 123 - Anatomy and Physiology 3


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students will study the organ level of human body organization, with a focus on the basics of human body anatomy and physiology. The muscular, digestive, and urinary systems, metabolism, and fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base homeostasis will be explored through theoretical knowledge and applied application in a laboratory setting. 

    Prerequisites
    One of:




  
  • MASS 131 - Musculoskeletal Anatomy 1


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 75
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students will study the structural components of the musculoskeletal system, including all of its bones, muscles and their attachments, functions, and innervations. Students will be introduced to the muscles of the upper extremity, lower extremity, and the spine, with an emphasis on palpation and anatomical vocabulary. 



  
  • MASS 132 - Musculoskeletal Anatomy 2


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 75
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students will study the detailed structure of the musculoskeletal system, including all of its bones, vascular supply, articular surfaces forming the joints, range of motion and muscles acting on the joints of the upper extremity, lower extremity, and the spine. Students will be introduced to muscle testing, posture, and gait biomechanics, with an emphasis on mastering palpation skills and applying knowledge of anatomy to clinical orthopedic assessments. 

    Prerequisites
    All of:

    Or all of:




  
  • MASS 141 - Manual Skills 1


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 75
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students will be introduced to manual applications of massage therapy. Students will study the physiological effects, indications, and safety considerations to various Swedish massage techniques. Students will develop their palpation skills and learn about proper body mechanics, patient handling, hygiene standards, and draping techniques used in massage therapy. 

    Pre or Co-requisites
    All of:

    Or all of:




  
  • MASS 142 - Manual Skills 2


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 75
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students will study advanced manual applications of massage therapy. Physiological effects, indications, and contraindications to advanced Swedish and myofascial techniques will be studied. Students will continue to develop their palpation skills and apply principles of proper body mechanics, patient/client handling, and hygiene standards used in massage therapy. 

    Prerequisites
    All of:




  
  • MASS 151 - Neurology 1: Peripheral Nervous System


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students study the peripheral divisions of nervous tissue with a focus on the spinal and cranial nerves. Specific innervations which affect musculoskeletal health will be explored and assessed. 

    Prerequisites
    One of:




  
  • MASS 152 - Neurology 2: Central Nervous System


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students will study the structure and function of the central nervous system, with a focus on the anatomy of the brain, spinal cord, and autonomic nervous system. Students will study the anatomy and physiological mechanisms of the special senses, memory, emotion, and behavior. 

    Prerequisites
    One of:




  
  • MASS 161 - Systemic Treatment 1


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students will explore methods for the appropriate treatment of systemic conditions, including vascular headaches, peripheral vascular conditions, digestive system pathologies, and respiratory dysfunctions. Students will apply theoretical knowledge and practical application of various treatment techniques with an emphasis on safe and effective treatment. Students will utilize clinical reasoning skills and problem solving in adapting treatment techniques. 

    Prerequisites
    One of:




  
  • MASS 180 - Principles of Assessment


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 75
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students will study the assessment techniques of common clinical soft tissue conditions and impairments relevant to massage therapy. Students will learn the components of an assessment, with an emphasis on history taking and conducting a physical examination. 

    Pre or Co-requisites
    All of:

    Or all of:




  
  • MASS 182 - Self-Care for Therapists


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students will study about the physical, mental, and emotional requirements of a massage therapist. Self assessment, appropriate self-disclosure, and stress management techniques and strategies will be explored. 



  
  • MASS 191 - Clinical Placement 1


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 135
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students will utilize the knowledge and skills acquired and integrate them into clinical practice through experiential learning opportunities at community placements. Swedish massage techniques will be employed with an emphasis on safe, effective, and ethical treatment. Students will present and discuss clinical cases in circle to foster an open and inclusive sharing environment. 

    Prerequisites
    All of:




  
  • MASS 192 - Clinical Placement 2


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 135
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students will utilize the knowledge and skills acquired and integrate them into clinical practice through experiential learning opportunities at community placements. Massage techniques and hydrotherapy modalities will be employed for the treatment of soft tissue pathologies, with an emphasis on safe, effective, and ethical treatment. Students will present and discuss clinical cases in circle to foster an open and inclusive sharing environment. 

    Prerequisites
    All of:




  
  • MASS 198 - Clinical Integration


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students will review and integrate theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the areas of assessment and manual skills. Students will learn to apply their knowledge and skills with patients while applying professional practice standards of massage therapy in mock clinical scenarios.

     

    Prerequisites
    All of:

     



  
  • MASS 224 - Anatomy and Physiology 4


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students will study the organ level of human body organization, with a focus on the anatomy and physiology of the endocrine system, male and female reproductive systems, pregnancy, and development. The integration of these physiological processes with the whole body and its application to massage therapy will also be studied. 

    Prerequisites
    One of:




  
  • MASS 262 - Systemic Treatment 2


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students explore appropriate treatment methods for cancer, dermatological, connective tissue, endocrine, cardiovascular, and female reproduction disorders. Students will study pregnancy, labor and delivery, infant and breast massage treatments. Students will apply theoretical knowledge and various treatment techniques with an emphasis on safe and effective treatment. Students continue to develop clinical reasoning skills and problem solving in adapting treatment techniques. 

    Prerequisites
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  • MASS 270 - Regional and Spinal Orthopedic Treatment


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 75
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students study the theoretical and practical skills in the assessment and treatment of orthopedic conditions of the axial and peripheral skeleton. Treatment principles and techniques will be explored, with an emphasis on safe and effective patient centered treatment plans. 

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  • MASS 272 - Joint Mobilizations


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students will study joint mobilizations. Students will study the theoretical knowledge of arthrology and arthrokinematics of the peripheral skeleton with an emphasis on the safe and effective application of mobilization techniques for rehabilitation. 

    Prerequisites
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  • MASS 274 - Neurological Assessment and Treatment


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students will study the assessment and treatment of central and peripheral nervous system disorders, with a focus on treatment planning, treatment application, and rehabilitation of patients with these disorders. 

    Prerequisites
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  • MASS 276 - Postsurgical Treatment Considerations


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students will study common surgical procedures and postsurgical complications within the context of massage therapy, with an emphasis on the identification of postsurgical contraindications to massage treatment. 

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  • MASS 284 - Medication Awareness


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students will study the basics of pharmacology. Students will study commonly prescribed drugs and their side effects with an emphasis on identifying contraindications and precautions of drug therapy relevant to the practice of massage therapy. 



  
  • MASS 286 - Pain and Stress


    Credits: 1.5 Total Hours: 30
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students will study the sensory, discriminative, motivational, affective, and cognitive dimensions of pain. Students will study pain measurement methods and the impact of stress on acute and chronic pain with an emphasis on differentiating between different types of pain and the clinical presentation of stress or pain related syndromes common to the practice of massage therapy. 



  
  • MASS 288 - Nutrition


    Credits: 1.5 Total Hours: 30
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students will study the basics of nutrition and how it relates to overall health and wellness. Students will study basic biochemistry of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, and minerals with a focus on the practical application of nutrition in massage therapy. 



  
  • MASS 293 - Clinical Placement 3


    Credits: 6 Total Hours: 225
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students will integrate knowledge and skills into clinical practice through experiential learning opportunities at community placements. Students will apply massage techniques, manual methods, and therapeutic exercise for the treatment of general and soft tissue pathologies, with an emphasis on safe, effective, and ethical treatment. Students will present and discuss clinical cases in circle to foster an open and inclusive sharing environment. 

    Prerequisites
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  • MASS 294 - Clinical Placement 4


    Credits: 6 Total Hours: 225
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students will integrate the knowledge and skills acquired into clinical practice through experiential learning opportunities at community placements. Students will apply massage techniques, manual methods, and therapeutic exercise for the treatment of various systemic, orthopedic, and neurological conditions with an emphasis on safe, effective, and ethical treatment. Students will present and discuss clinical cases in circle to foster an open and inclusive sharing environment. 

    Prerequisites
    All of:


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  • MASS 298 - Integration Seminar


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Restricted to students in Massage Therapy
    Students will incorporate all of the knowledge and practical skills acquired in the entire program and prepare for the Registration Exam to become a Registered Massage Therapist. Students will review and integrate all material, techniques, and manual skills through practice exams and practical mock up scenarios. 

    Pre or Co-requisites
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Mathematics

  
  • MATH 021 - Fundamental Mathematics 1


    Credits: 0 Total Hours: 150
    Students will build a foundation of basic mathematics skills, concepts, vocabulary, and problem-solving strategies to prepare them to meet personal, career, or academic goals. Students will practice processes related to the following topics: place value, rounding, adding, and subtracting whole numbers to 100. Students will build an understanding of automaticity and estimation skills to increase their confidence and competence in mathematics.

    Prerequisites
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  • MATH 022 - Fundamental Mathematics 2


    Credits: 0 Total Hours: 150
    Students will grow a foundation of basic mathematics skills, concepts, vocabulary, and problem-solving strategies to prepare them to meet personal, career, or academic goals. Students will be able to perform simple tasks related to following topics: place value, rounding, adding, and subtracting whole numbers to 1,000,000; multiplication facts up to 12x12. Students will grow automaticity and estimation skills to increase their confidence and competence in mathematics.

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  • MATH 023 - Fundamental Mathematics 3


    Credits: 0 Total Hours: 150
    Students will advance a foundation of basic mathematics skills, concepts, vocabulary, and problem-solving strategies to prepare them to meet personal, career, or academic goals. Students will complete tasks related to the following topics: multiplying and dividing whole numbers, metric units, perimeter and area. Students will advance automaticity and estimation skills to increase their confidence and competence in mathematics.

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  • MATH 024 - Fundamental Mathematics 4


    Credits: 0 Total Hours: 150
    Students will extend a foundation of basic mathematics skills, concepts, vocabulary, and problem-solving strategies to prepare them to meet personal, career, or academic goals. Students will perform functions related to the following topics: place value, rounding, adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing decimals, metric measurement. Students will extend automaticity and estimation skills to increase their confidence and competence in mathematics.

    Prerequisites
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  • MATH 025 - Fundamental Mathematics 5


    Credits: 0 Total Hours: 150
    Students will further a foundation of basic mathematics skills, concepts, vocabulary, and problem-solving strategies to prepare them to meet personal, career, or academic goals. Students will complete operations on the following topics: simplifying, adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing fractions and mixed numbers. Students will further automaticity and estimation skills to increase their confidence and competence in mathematics.

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  • MATH 026 - Fundamental Mathematics 6


    Credits: 0 Total Hours: 150
    Students will accomplish a foundation of basic mathematics skills, concepts, vocabulary, and problem-solving strategies to prepare them to meet personal, career, or academic goals. Students will execute operations on the following topics: ratio, rate, proportion, percent, decimal/fraction/percent equivalents, graphs and tables. Students will accomplish automaticity and estimation skills to increase their confidence and competence in mathematics. 

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  • MATH 037 - Math for Professional Cook


    Credits: 0 Total Hours: 150
    Students in this course will complete a brief trades-oriented review of the basic computational and problem-solving skills required for further study in the Professional Cook Foundation Program. Topics: whole numbers, fractions, decimals, proportion, percentage.



  
  • MATH 038 - Math for General Trades


    Credits: 0 Total Hours: 150
    Students in this course will complete a brief trades-oriented review of the basic computational and problem-solving skills required for further study in various Trades Foundation programs. Topics include: whole numbers, fractions, decimals, proportion, percent, powers, roots, graphs, formulas, measurement, and geometry.



  
  • MATH 039 - Basic Math for Healthcare


    Credits: 0 Total Hours: 150
    In this course, students learn topics in Adult Basic Education (ABE) Fundamental Mathematics such as whole numbers, decimals, fractions, proportions, percents, conversions and dosage calculations. These topics are needed for professional math competence in many health professions and for further study in Intermediate Mathematics. Students will focus on strengthening comprehension by solving real practice problems from occupational examples.

    Prerequisites
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  • MATH 052 - Intermediate Mathematics 1


    Credits: 0 Total Hours: 150
    Students in this course will explore the mathematical knowledge, skills and strategies needed for further study in intermediate-level algebra. Throughout the course, students are encouraged to use estimation and to check whether the solution(s) are reasonable in the context. Students will study operations with rational numbers, ratio, proportion and percent, measurements, geometry, and trigonometry. Throughout this course, students will develop and/or strengthen a variety of flexible problem-solving skill, offer ideas in classroom discourse, and conduct error analysis. 

    Prerequisites
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  • MATH 053 - Intermediate Mathematics 2


    Credits: 0 Total Hours: 150
    Students in this course will use mathematical skills and strategies to: review basic algebra, evaluate rational expressions and equations; solve algebraic equations; graph linear equations; compute polynomials. Students will develop introductory algebra and problem-solving skills required for further study in advanced-level algebra, math for technology, and any Camosun College course or program that requires Math 10.

    Prerequisites
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  • MATH 057 - Math for Electrical Trades


    Credits: 0 Total Hours: 150
    This course covers the algebra from MATH 053  plus modules on trigonometry and vectors, which provides the skills required for further study in Electical ELT, advanced-level mathematics, and any course or program that requires Math 10. Topics: real numbers, algebraic expressions, equations, inequalities, graphing, polynomials, trigonometry, and vectors.

    Prerequisites
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  • MATH 058 - Applied Math - Ship Stability


    Credits: 0 Total Hours: 60
    MATH 058 covers topics in mathematics needed to achieve competency in ship construction and stability calculations. Topics include a review of arithmetic, order of operations, exponents and roots, rational numbers, substituting data into formulae, manipulating algebraic equations and formulae, geometry, trigonometry, linear interpolation, graphing and change in cargo moments calculations. 

    Notes: MATH 058 is a fully on-line math course designed for students needing to refresh their mathematics skills prior to enrolling in Ship Construction and Stability (NAUT-SCS4).



  
  • MATH 072 - Advanced Mathematics 1


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 120
    This course provides the algebra skills required for statistics, criminal justice and some business programs. Topics include linear equations and inequalites, rearranging formulas, linear equations in two variables, systems of linear equations, integer and rational exponents, polynomials and factoring.

    Prerequisites
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  • MATH 073 - Advanced Mathematics 2


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 120
    This refresher course provides a foundation for the further study of mathematics. Topics include rational and radical expressions and equations, quadratic equations and functions, right triangle trigonometry, trigonometric functions of any angle and the Sine and Cosine Laws.

    Prerequisites
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  • MATH 075 - College Preparatory - Applications of Mathematics


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    Students will obtain fundamental algebra and graphical skills necessary for entry into business programs, the criminal justice program, and elementary statistics courses. Topics include a brief review of fractions, decimals, percentages and signed numbers; solving linear equations and inequalities in one variable; graphing linear equations and inequalities in two variables; function notation; systems of linear equations; integer and rational exponents; and fundamental statistical concepts. 

    Prerequisites
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  • MATH 077 - College Preparatory - Mathematics 1


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 120
    Students will develop the foundation in algebra and trigonometry that will enable further study of mathematics or satisfy program and entrance requirements for Precalculus 11. Topics include linear equations and inequalities; function notation; linear functions; systems of linear equations in two variables; polynomial, rational, and radical expressions and equations; quadratic functions and equations; and triangle trigonometry including the Sine and Cosine Laws. 

    Prerequisites
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  • MATH 097 - College Preparatory - Mathematics 2


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 75
    Students will build the knowledge and skills in algebra and trigonometry necessary for entry into technical, vocational and career programs that require Math 12 equivalency as a prerequisite and for future study in higher-level math courses at college/university. Students will improve their knowledge of functions and graphs, expanding knowledge of exponential and trigonometric functions to enable analysis of applied problems.

    Prerequisites
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  • MATH 100 - Calculus 1


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 75
    For mathematics and science students. Topics include: limits, derivatives of algebraic, trigonometric, logarithmic and exponential functions, applications of differentiation and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. Students will complete some assignments using Maple.

     

    Prerequisites
    One of:


    Notes: Only one of MATH 100 or MATH 108  may be used towards a Camosun College credential.



  
  • MATH 101 - Calculus 2


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 75
    A continuation of MATH 100 . Topics include: inverse and hyperbolic trigonometric functions, applications of integration, integration techniques, L’Hopitals Rule, improper integrals, infinite series, Taylor series, parametric equations and polar coordinates. Students will complete some assignments using Maple.

    Prerequisites
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  • MATH 107 - Applied Precalculus


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 75
    Students in life science, environmental studies, business, and social science will be prepared for applied calculus in their program of study. Students will: review algebra and study polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions, sequences and series. 

    Prerequisites
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    Notes: It is recommended that students who have been away from algebra for more than two years should first enroll in MATH 073 , MATH 077 , MATH 137 or MATH 139 .

    Only one of MATH 107 or MATH 115  may be used towards a Camosun College credential.



  
  • MATH 108 - Applied Calculus


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 75
    For students in biology, business, economics or the social sciences, who require only one semester of calculus. Topics: limits, derivatives of algebraic, logarithmic, exponential and trigonometric functions, the definite and indefinite integral and integration by parts.

     

    Prerequisites
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    Notes: Only one of MATH 100  or MATH 108 may be used towards a Camosun College credential.



  
  • MATH 109 - Finite Mathematics


    Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
    This course provides an introductory survey to material that is of particular interest to business, biology and social science students. Topics include a review of linear equations; sets and counting, including permutations and combinations; probability, including Bayes’ Theorem, random variables, expected value and the binomial distribution; matrix operations; solving systems of linear equations using a variety of methods, including Gauss-Jordan elimination and inverse matrices; linear programming using a geometric approach; Markov chains; annuities and amortization of loans; and basic logic, including implication and equivalence.

    Prerequisites
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