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ENGL 286 - Literature 1900 to Present
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45
By studying major authors, students investigate trends in 20th and 21st century literature, a time of artistic upheaval and change. Through exposure to a wide variety of genres and themes, students explore the increased internationalization of literary movements such as modernism, postmodernism and post-colonialism. Critical essays and a final exam are required. Assignments total approximately 5000 words and range from 500 to 2500 words.
Prerequisites
Two of:
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ENGL 288 - Literature & Popular Culture
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45
This course introduces theories about pop-culture texts, their makers, receivers, and cultural interconections. Students will interpret and write about texts from popular culture sources, e.g. graphic novels, lyrics, films, performance, orature, cyber media. In addition, they will analyse genres in relation to cultural representations of identity, subculture, and literary expression.
Prerequisites
Two of:
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ENGL 290 - Special Topics in Literature 1
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45
Each term students focus on one particular period, genre, topic, author or other aspects of literature or culture through reading selected works or viewing media such as film. Critical essays and a final exam are required. Individual assignments range in length from 500 to 2,500 words (course total approximately 5,000 words).
Prerequisites
Two of:
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ELD IELTS - IELTS Preparation
Credits: 0 Total Hours: 75
This course prepares intermediate and advanced level non-native English speakers for the IELTS Exam, which is an internationally recognized English language requirement for educational, professional and immigration-related purposes. Students develop and practice test-taking strategies and language skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking that will be encountered in the IELTS exam.
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ELD PN1 - ELD for PN - Level 1
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
This is a required support course in English Language Development (ELD) for non-native English speaking students completing the International Pathway for Practical Nursing (Diploma) Program. It provides academic English language development and support for the other courses in the IPPN Program. In addition, this course prepares students for the rigors of college writing by providing practice and instruction in the use of self-reflection journals, in the planning, writing, and revising of research based essays, and in the reading and critical analysis of non-fiction academic texts. Furthermore, this course will prepare learners for oral communication tasks encountered in the English speaking academic/professional environment.
Co-requisites
All of:
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ELD PN2 - ELD for PN - Level 2
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
This is a required support course in English Language Development (ELD) for non-native English speaking students completing the International Pathway for Practical Nursing Program. This course will support students in the IPPN program as they practice clear, accurate, and appropriate communication in written, oral and nonverbal forms of academic and professional English. Building on the skills acquired in ELDPN Level 1 this course will provide opportunities for students to develop & practice utilizing clear and effective spoken and written communications skills necessary for safe and effective nursing practice. Students will begin to develop the skills and strategies necessary for effective interpersonal communication, team work and personal leadership in the health care setting.
Prerequisites
All of:
- C in ELD-PN1
- COM in LRNS 103
- C in PNUR 101
- C in PNUR 103
- C in PNUR 104
Co-requisites
All of:
- PNUR 106
- PNUR 114
- PNUR 116
- PNUR 118
- PNUR 119
Pre or Co-requisites
All of:
- C in PNUR 115
- C in PNUR 117
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ELD QKSTRT - ELD Quick Start
Credits: 0 Total Hours: 187.5
In this course non-native English speaking students upgrade their English language skills in preparation for entry into college programs. This course is a combination of interactive classroom activities, individualized coaching, and independent study. At the end of the course, students will be assisted in undertaking the formal College ESL assessments.
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ELD 010 - English Basics 1
Credits: 0 Total Hours: 150
In this integrated skills course, non-native English speakers are introduced to basic listening, speaking, reading and writing skills using limited vocabulary in familiar, non-demanding, well-supported contexts. Students can expect to progress from Canadian Language Benchmark 1 to 2. By the end of this course, students will be working at Canadian Language Benchmark 2.
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ELD 020 - English Basics 2
Credits: 0 Total Hours: 150
In this integrated skills course, non-native English speakers develop basic listening, speaking, reading and writing skills using limited vocabulary in familiar, non-demanding, well-supported contexts. Students can expect to progress from Canadian Language Benchmark 2 to 3. By the end of this course, students will be working at Canadian Language Benchmark 3.
Prerequisites
All of:
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ELD 032 - English Basics 3 Reading/Writing
Credits: 0 Total Hours: 150
In this integrated skills course, non-native English speakers continue to develop basic reading and writing skills using limited vocabulary in familiar, non-demanding, well-supported contexts. Students can expect to progress from Canadian Language Benchmark 3 to 4. By the end of this course, students will be working at Canadian Language Benchmark 4.
Prerequisites
All of:
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ELD 034 - English Basics 3 Listening/Speaking
Credits: 0 Total Hours: 150
In this integrated skills course, non-native English speakers continue to develop basic listening, and speaking skills using limited vocabulary in familiar, non-demanding, well-supported contexts. Students can expect to progress from Canadian Language Benchmark 3 to 4. By the end of this course, students will be working at Canadian Language Benchmark 4.
Prerequisites
All of:
Pre or Co-requisites
All of:
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ELD 037 - Basic Pronunciation 1
Credits: 0 Total Hours: 52.5
This course presents introductory pronunciation features to basic-level English language learners. The goals are for students to understand what they hear and to have other people understand them better. Students learn to hear, contrast, and produce basic sounds, word stress, rhythm, and intonation patterns. Completing these goals will help students build confidence when speaking in English.
Prerequisites
All of:
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ELD 042 - English Essentials 1 Reading/Writing
Credits: 0 Total Hours: 150
In this integrated skills course, non-native speakers are introduced to essential reading and writing skills using an expanding range of vocabulary in mostly familiar, non-demanding, sometimes supported contexts. Students can expect to progress from Canadian Language Benchmark 4 to 5. By the end of this course, students will be working at Canadian Language Benchmark 5.
Prerequisites
All of:
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ELD 044 - English Essentials 1 Listening/Speaking
Credits: 0 Total Hours: 150
In this integrated skills course, non-native speakers are introduced to essential listening and speaking skills using an expanding range of vocabulary in mostly familiar, non-demanding, sometimes supported contexts. Students can expect to progress from Canadian Language Benchmark 4 to 5. By the end of this course, students will be working at Canadian Language Benchmark 5.
Prerequisites
All of:
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ELD 052 - English Essentials 2 Reading and Writing
Credits: 0 Total Hours: 150
In this integrated skills course, non-native speakers develop essential reading and writing skills using an expanding range of vocabulary in mostly familiar, moderately demanding, sometimes supported contexts. Students can expect to progress from Canadian Language Benchmark 5 to 6. By the end of this course, students will be working at Canadian Language Benchmark 6.
Prerequisites
All of:
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ELD 054 - English Essentials 2 Listening/Speaking
Credits: 0 Total Hours: 150
In this integrated skills course, non-native speakers develop essential listening and speaking skills using an expanding range of vocabulary in mostly familiar, moderately demanding, sometimes supported contexts. Students can expect to progress from Canadian Language Benchmark 5 to 6. By the end of this course, students will be working at Canadian Language Benchmark 6.
Prerequisites
All of:
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ELD 056 - ELD for Health Care Assistant
Credits: 0 Total Hours: 370
Restricted to students in Health Care Assistant-ELD
This course for non-native English speakers provides language development and support for students studying the Health Care Assistant program. It concentrates on vocabulary, pronunciation, listening, reading and writing skills necessary for students to be successful on the job and at school.
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ELD 057 - Basic Pronunciation 2
Credits: 0 Total Hours: 52.5
This course presents moderately complex pronunciation features to intermediate-level English language learners. The goals are to improve listening comprehension and speaking skills in order to communicate more effectively. Completing these goals will help learners build confidence to interact in a wider number of settings. Students learn to hear, contrast, and produce sounds, word stress, rhythm, and intonation patterns that affect the meaning of what people say.
Prerequisites
All of:
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ELD 062 - Intermediate English Reading/Writing
Credits: 0 Total Hours: 150
In this integrated skills course, non-native speakers are introduced to intermediate reading and writing skills using an expanded range of vocabulary in partly familiar, moderately demanding, occasionally supported contexts. Students can expect to progress from Canadian Language Benchmark 6 to 7. By the end of this course, students will be working at Canadian Language Benchmark 7. Students who complete this course and ELD 064 will be prepared for Advanced ELD courses and selected courses at the college level.
Prerequisites
All of:
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ELD 064 - Intermediate English Listening/Speaking
Credits: 0 Total Hours: 150
In this integrated skills course, non-native speakers are introduced to intermediate listening and speaking skills using an expanded range of vocabulary in partly familiar, moderately demanding, occasionally supported contexts. Students can expect to progress from Canadian Language Benchmark 6 to 7. By the end of this course, students will be working at Canadian Language Benchmark 7. Students who complete this course and ELD 062 will be prepared for Advanced ELD courses and selected courses at the college level.
Prerequisites
All of:
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ELD 072 - Advanced English
Credits: 5 Total Hours: 150
This course, designed for non-native speakers of English, focuses on reading strategies and on the writing process. It is designed to prepare the student for further academic study. The course provides instruction and practice in the fundamentals of reading comprehension and academic writing.
Prerequisites
One of:
Pre or Co-requisites
One of:
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ELD 074 - Academic Communication Skills
Credits: 4 Total Hours: 75
This course is designed to prepare non-native English speakers for oral communication tasks encountered within an academic or professional environment. Students will improve their ability to participate in discussions, make presentations, comprehend and take notes on academic lectures, explore career options, and speak clearly.
Prerequisites
One of:
Or one of:
Pre or Co-requisites
One of:
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ELD 075 - Grammar for Composition
Credits: 2 Total Hours: 45
This course focuses on grammar for college level writing. Offered in a workshop format, it will help non-native English speakers to express analytical and critical thought in clear, grammatical sentences. Written and oral assignments will build and reinforce students ability to write grammatical prose.
Pre or Co-requisites
All of:
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ELD 077 - English Pronunciation
Credits: 2 Total Hours: 45
This course focuses on improving pronunciation to develop the communicative ability of non-native English speakers. The intent is to develop spoken English that is reasonably easy for native speakers to understand. Students ability to understand native speakers will also be enhanced.
Pre or Co-requisites
All of:
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ELD 078 - Vocabulary for Academic Study
Credits: 2 Total Hours: 45
This course focuses on vocabulary acquisition for academic purposes. Non-native English speakers will expand their academic vocabulary and learn strategies for independently dealing with new words.
Pre or Co-requisites
All of:
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ELD 092 - Provincial English Composition
Credits: 4 Total Hours: 75
This course for non-native English speakers provides practice and instruction in critical reading and in the planning, writing, and revising of paragraphs and essays, and prepares the student for college writing. ELD 092 and ELD 094 combined may be used as an alternate to English 12 for entrance to programs and courses at Camosun College.
Prerequisites
One of:
Pre or Co-requisites
One of:
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ELD 093 - Cultural & Academic Pathway Advanced
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 75
This course is specific to non-native speakers of English and builds on the college transition skills students need to thrive in their western post-secondary education. With an emphasis on intercultural awareness and understanding, students will explore self reflection and apply a variety of study skills and strategies to help them succeed in a Canadian academic or workplace setting. Furthermore, students in this course will explore how to plan and manage work - life balance. Students will conduct research and analyze their skills, aptitudes and interests to enable exploration of the best education and career plan for them. They will also explore ways to present themselves through practice interviews, resumes and cover letters.
Prerequisites
All of:
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ELD 094 - Provincial English Literature
Credits: 4 Total Hours: 75
This course provides non-native English speakers instruction and practice in reading, discussing, evaluating, and writing about short stories, novels, poetry and drama. Studying these genres introduces the student to basic literary terms and concepts. ELD 092 and 094 combined may be used as an alternate to English 12 for entrance to programs and courses at Camosun College.
Prerequisites
One of:
Pre or Co-requisites
One of:
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ELD 097 - Technical & Professional English
Credits: 6 Total Hours: 120
This course for non-native English speakers develops the critical thinking, reading/writing and oral skills needed to be successful in technical/business programs and professions. Students write essays, business reports, summaries, research essays and analyses of graphic information. Students learn to interpret and integrate information in technical, instructional and informational texts.
Prerequisites
One of:
- C in ELD 072
- Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) 8
- IELTS 6
Pre or Co-requisites
One of:
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ELD 103 - Preparatory Academic Writing
Credits: 4 Total Hours: 75
This course prepares non-native English speakers for the demands of academic writing courses through reading, writing and research. It includes instruction and practice in critical writing, reading and thinking; planning, writing, and revision of paragraphs/essays; clarity and coherency of written ideas. Students will learn correct grammatical usage and informational/media literacy skills.
Prerequisites
One of:
Pre or Co-requisites
All of:
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ELD 104 - Preparatory English Literature
Credits: 4 Total Hours: 75
This course for non-native speakers of English provides instruction and practice in critical reading, writing and thinking, literary interpretation and discussion and evaluation of a wide variety of literary texts. Students will read short stories, creative non-fiction, novels, drama and poetry, and will learn and apply basic literary terms/concepts in literary analysis.
Prerequisites
One of:
Pre or Co-requisites
One of:
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ELD 105 - Advanced Academic Communication Skills
Credits: 4 Total Hours: 75
This course provides non-native English speakers with the communication skills and strategies required for success in academic and professional contexts. Students will develop advanced academic listening and speaking skills and practice socially and culturally appropriate communication strategies required for success in post-secondary education. Students will develop effective language skills, intercultural awareness, and complex critical thinking through lectures, discussions, reflection, group projects, and presentations on familiar and researched topics.
Prerequisites
One of:
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ENGR 104 - Work Term 1
Credits: 4 Total Hours: 420
Restricted to students who have met the co-operative education participation requirements
This course gives students an opportunity to apply and extend academic knowledge while employed with qualified Co-op employers. This full-time paid work experience is facilitated and monitored by the College.
Prerequisites
All of:
- COM in CDEV WPS
- Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0
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ENGR 152 - Technical Publishing Applications
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 75
Restricted to students in Engineering Graphics Technician
Students will learn image enhancement software and desktop publishing software. Specifically: importing or creating and manipulating 2D image graphics, and importing or creating and formatting text and graphics documents.
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ENGR 154 - Design Visualization
Credits: 2 Total Hours: 64
Students will learn how to produce compelling still images and animated representations of products and architectural designs. Learned skills include design model acquisition, the preparation of materials and texture maps, forward and inverse kinematics techniques for technical animation, creation of lighting and cameras, and formats for rendered output. Students will also be introduced to Augmented/Virtual Reality applications for engineering and architecture.
Pre or Co-requisites
All of:
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ENGR 155 - 3D Modelling and Design
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 75
Restricted to students in Interactive Media Developer
Students will be introduced to 3D modelling and design using animation modelling software. Through the introduction of surface modelling and lighting, materials and textures to create compelling, realistic renderings of 3D models will be explored. Students will scan physical objects to create virtual models, and create physical objects using 3D printing.
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ENGR 158 - Applications in Computing
Credits: 2 Total Hours: 45
Students will be introduced to office software typically used in engineering, architectural and high technology companies. Students will obtain hands-on experience in spreadsheet and wordprocessing software applications. They will also be introduced to databases and presentation software. A foundation in operating systems, file management, networks and the Internet will be provided.
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ENGR 166 - Geology for Engineers
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 75
Restricted to students in Engineering Bridge
An introduction to minerals, rocks and economic deposits, rock-forming processes, weathering and soils, erosion by gravity, water, ice and wind, plate tectonics, structural geology, and mountain building, mass wasting, and naturally-occurring or man-made geological hazards of interest to engineers. Field-based geological investigations form part of the laboratory.
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ENGR 175 - Engineering Mechanics - Statics
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 48
Introduction to engineering mechanics. Dealing with equivalent force systems, condtions for equilibrium: statics of rigid bodies, frames and machines; extension of the application of free body diagrams to complex structures; reactions at supports; two-dimensional force analysis of trusses using methods of joints and sections; three dimensional vector analysis of forces and moments. Focus on interpreting and solving engineering mechanics problems in a clear and concise manner.
Prerequisites
One of:
And one of:
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ENGR 178 - Commercial Practices 1
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 75
Students will examine construction practices and drawing standards with an emphasis on residential buildings. Topics will include: the design and construction process; blue print reading; drawing standards and production practices; specification interpretation. Architectural, Civil, Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical disciplines will be covered. Lab work will include mastering relevant CAD software and completing projects.
Pre or Co-requisites
All of:
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ENGR 188 - Commercial Practices 2
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 64
Students will examine construction practices and drawing standards with an emphasis on residential buildings. Topics will include the design and construction process, roles and responsibilities, blueprint reading, drawing standards and production practices, and specification interpretation. Architectural, Civil, Structural, Mechanical and Electrical Disciplines will be covered. Lab work will include learning relevant CAD software and completing projects.
Pre or Co-requisites
All of:
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ENGR 189 - CAD Projects
Credits: 2 Total Hours: 40
Students will complete several design projects. Projects involve the planning, scheduling and preparation of working drawings in the areas of mechanical design and architecture using 2D, 3D and presentation software.
Pre or Co-requisites
All of:
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ENGR 195 - Introduction to Engineering Design
Credits: 4 Total Hours: 96
Students will be introduced to and apply the principles of engineering design through practical projects undertaken by student teams. Course content and exercises will provide students with exposure to the entire design process from needs assessment through to final testing and documentation. All projects will involve design, prototyping, construction, troubleshooting and testing to meet a specific design goal.
Prerequisites
All of:
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ENGR 198 - Technical Specifications
Credits: 2 Total Hours: 48
Students will learn how to create technical documentation such as: user, installation, and maintenance manuals; project specifications; brochures; bills of material; request for proposals/quotations; and tenders. Students will also learn how to present technical information on-line.
Pre or Co-requisites
All of:
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ENGR 199 - Work Term
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 210
The students will apply skills acquired throughout the Engineering Graphics Technician (Certificate) program in the workplace during a work term in industry. This work experience will introduce students to a typical work environment and allow them to apply many of the Engineering Graphics skills that they have learned in the previous two terms of instruction.
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ENGR 255 - Design Visualization for Animation
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 75
Students will using three dimensional space to create still images and animated representations of shapes, products and designs using augmented/virtual reality tools applicable to engineering, architecture and animation.
Prerequisites
All of:
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ENGR 262 - Analytical Methods
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 75
Restricted to students in Engineering Bridge
This course will cover methods in structural and fluids engineering, review statics and analysis of structure, and area properties, and include internal loads, shear and bending moment diagrams for structures, products of inertia and Mohr’s circle for inertia. Topics may include force and displacement methods and fluid mechanics.
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ENGR 264 - Engineering Mechanics
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 75
Restricted to students in Engineering Bridge
Students will study the principles of solid mechanics focussing on calculus-based applications. They will cover: internal loads, stresses and strains due to axial, shear, bending and torsion loads, statically indeterminate structures, elasto-plastic behavior, deflection of beams, Mohr’s circle for stress and strain, and design of pressure vessels and column buckling.
Prerequisites
All of:
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ENGR 290 - Materials and Thermodynamics
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45
Restricted to students in Engineering Bridge
Topics covered in this course include descripton of point defects, diffusion in solids, dislocations, origin of Gibbs phase rule, phase diagrams, properties of non-ferrous materials, first law of thermodynamics, internal energy, second law of thermodynamics, entropy, availability and irreversible processes.
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ENGR 291 - Solid Mechanics and Dynamics
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 52.5
Restricted to students in Engineering Bridge
In this course, the topics will cover differential equations applied to solid mechanics and dynamics. Students will integrate the concepts from different subjects to work effectively on multi-disciplinary engineering problems.
Prerequisites
All of:
Pre or Co-requisites
All of:
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ENGR 292 - Fluids and Thermodynamics
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 52.5
Restricted to students in Engineering Bridge
In this course, the topics covered include: fluid properties, equations of state, pressure, buoyancy, hydrostatic forces, pressure measurement, conservation of mass, momentum, and energy; Bernoulli’s equation, dimensional analysis, modeling; turbulent flow in pipes; turbo-machinery; conduction and convection. The following principles of mathematics are applied; partial and directional derivatives; maxima and minima; Langrange multipliers and second derivative test; multiple integrals and application.
Prerequisites
All of:
Pre or Co-requisites
All of:
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ENGR 293 - Project Management and Design
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45
Restricted to students in Engineering Bridge
This course covers mechanical design, including design methodology, synthesis and analysis. The design projects will represent both mechanical mechanism design and thermo-fluid systems.
Prerequisites
All of:
Pre or Co-requisites
All of:
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ENGR 305 - Energy Basics
Credits: 1 Total Hours: 42
Restricted to students in Clean Energy and Efficient Buildings
Students will learn the foundational principles of energy and the units used to describe energy and power. They will learn fundamental electrical quantities; resistance, capacitance, and inductance; series and parallel circuits; network analysis and theorems; and introduction to filter concepts. Students will learn electricity theory, including DC and AC electrical systems, energy conversion, energy transfer, and energy efficiency and how they apply to renewable energy projects. Atmospheric chemistry and its effect on climate and climate change are discussed in relation to energy generation and greenhouse gas emissions.
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ENGR 322 - Energy Regulations
Credits: 2 Total Hours: 22.5
Restricted to students in Clean Energy and Efficient Buildings
Students will learn the scope, requirements, and impact of the relevant federal and provincial codes, rating systems, incentive programs, laws, and regulations affecting practitioners and users in the energy industry including those on First Nations reserves and treaty lands.
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ENGR 360 - Building Science
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45
Restricted to students in Clean Energy and Efficient Buildings
Students will learn common methods and materials of building construction including foundations, floors, wood framing, insulation, windows and doors, and roof assemblies. Emphasis is placed on methods which improve building performance including thermal resistance of building envelopes, and heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems for both new homes and home renovations. This course prepares students to write the optional Natural Resources Canada Energy Advisor Foundation Exam.
Pre or Co-requisites
All of:
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ENGR 362 - Energy Assessment
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45
Restricted to students in Clean Energy and Efficient Buildings
Students will assess the energy performance and potential energy savings for both new home construction and home renovations. Students will learn to apply the federal energy use rating system and the provincial energy efficiency code. They will be prepared to advise homeowners and work with builders to improve the energy efficiency of homes. This course prepares students to write the optional Natural Resources Canada Energy Advisor Exam.
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All of:
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ENGR 364 - Constructing Passive Houses
Credits: 2 Total Hours: 35
Restricted to students in Clean Energy and Efficient Buildings
Students will learn the principles and apply practical hands-on skills required for constructing a house to passive house standards. This course covers the basics of the characteristics of a passive house: building comfort, insulation, airtightness, and thermal bridging, windows, ventilation, and heat supply. This course prepares students to be eligible to write the optional Passive House Institute Certified Passive House Tradesperson -Building Services Specialization exam.
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All of:
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ENGR 365 - Retrofitting Buildings for Energy Efficiency
Credits: 2 Total Hours: 22.5
Restricted to students in Clean Energy and Efficient Buildings
Using passive house principles to assess challenges and solutions in building renovations, students will learn skills specific to improving building energy performance of existing homes and small buildings including those on First Nations reserves and treaty lands.
Pre or Co-requisites
All of:
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ENGR 366 - Building Energy Modelling
Credits: 2 Total Hours: 30
Restricted to students in Clean Energy and Efficient Buildings
Students will learn to model and assess single- and multi-family buildings against international criteria for passive house design and performance. Buildings are assessed for energy demand, thermal loss, solar gain, and air quality.
Prerequisites
All of:
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ENGR 368 - Advanced Passive House Design
Credits: 2 Total Hours: 22.5
Restricted to students in Clean Energy and Efficient Buildings
Students will learn advanced features of passive house simulation software and to model the building in 3D. Case studies of high-performance buildings will be presented. This course prepares students to optionally write the Passive House Institute Designer Exam or Consultant Exam.
Pre or Co-requisites
All of:
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ENGR 380 - Energy Generation
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45
Restricted to students in Clean Energy and Efficient Buildings
Students will learn the development, production, storage, and distribution of existing and emerging energy systems. The relative social, environmental, and economic costs and benefits of conventional and alternative energy sources are discussed. Students will use various tools and sources to assess the feasibility of various energy sources in different regions and different communities of British Columbia and Canada, including First Nations communities.
Pre or Co-requisites
One of:
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ENGR 382 - Photovoltaic Systems
Credits: 2 Total Hours: 22.5
Restricted to students in Clean Energy and Efficient Buildings
Students learn the fundamental principles of the application, design, installation, and operation of Photovoltaic (PV) systems. They will learn to assess customer needs related to the installation and operation of PV systems. Site safety, including hazards, codes, and regulations, will be examined. This course prepares students to write the optional North American Board of Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) PV Associate Exam.
Pre or Co-requisites
One of:
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ENGR 384 - Designing Photovoltaic Arrays
Credits: 2 Total Hours: 30
Restricted to students in Clean Energy and Efficient Buildings
Students will learn to design, sketch and prepare for the installation of a photovoltaic array. Designs will cover systems with either battery storage or connection to a net-metering system. Students will identify and address safety hazards that might occur during both system installation and operation. This course prepares students to optionally write the NABCEP Design Specialist Exam.
Prerequisites
All of:
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ENGR 386 - Photovoltaic Technical Sales
Credits: 2 Total Hours: 22.5
Restricted to students in Clean Energy and Efficient Buildings
Students will consider site conditions and constraints, and system performance and demands, to design appropriate photovoltaic (PV) systems for various client scenarios. Students will prepare and present a proposal for a hypothetical client detailing the proposed system as well as costs, payback, and possible grants or incentives. This course prepares students to write the optional North American Certified Board of Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) - Technical Sales Exam.
Prerequisites
All of:
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ENGR 388 - Photovoltaic Array Installation
Credits: 2 Total Hours: 33
Restricted to students in Clean Energy and Efficient Buildings who have also previously obtained a minimum of Level 2 Electrical Apprenticeship
Students will install and test a photovoltaic (PV) array. Students will learn to assess both the site and installation for hazards and prepare and follow an installation safety plan. They will install, label and test a complete PV system including connecting to the utility provider. This course prepares students to write the optional CSA - PVSC (Solar Photovoltaic Systems Certified) and North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) - Installation Professional Exams.
Prerequisites
All of:
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ENGR 390 - Energy and Buildings Project
Credits: 2 Total Hours: 31
Restricted to students in Clean Energy and Efficient Buildings
Students will create a clean energy and/or efficient buildings project. Students will take their projects through the phases of concept, design, documentation, and installation (if applicable) and will present their projects at an in-class showcase. This course provides an opportunity to integrate knowledge and skills acquired in previous program courses. Students will use project management methods to complete the project within a specific time frame.
Prerequisites
All of:
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ENVR 101 - Co-operative Work Experience 1
Credits: 4 Total Hours: 420
Restricted to students who have met the co-operative education participation requirements
This course gives students an opportunity to apply and extend academic knowledge while employed in an approved workplace assignment. Student learning is monitored and evaluated by Camosun College. Work terms are normally paid. Successful completion counts toward the Co-op and Internship designations.
Prerequisites
All of:
- COM in CDEV WPS
- Successful completion of 72 Environmental Technology program credits with a C+ or better grade or a cumulative GPA of 4.0 (B-).
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ENVR 103 - Environmental Microbiology
Credits: 2 Total Hours: 45
This course focuses on microbiological concepts and practices particularly related to the environment. Topics include: prokaryotic cell structure and function; growth and control, metabolism; sanitary microbiology, microbial ecology and biotechnology.
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ENVR 107 - Physical Geography
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 52.5
Introduces the four components of the global ecosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere, and lithosphere. Within the context of geographic regions, topics discussed are wind circulation, atmospheric pressure, climatic zonation, weather forecasting, vegetational distributions, hydrologic controls (both surface and ground), soil development and suitability, tides and currents, stream flow calculations, and ecosystem descriptions.
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ENVR 110 - Environmental Seminar
Credits: 1 Total Hours: 22.5
These weekly seminars provide students with the opportunity to extend and apply environmental knowledge and principles and to develop attitudes and values consistent with sustainability. Emphasis will focus on environmental issues, resource jurisdictions, and the communication process through a variety of learning experiences.
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ENVR 140 - Fundamentals of GIS
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
This course will expand basic theories of GIS and introduce students to using ArcInfo. They will be exposed to GIS vocabulary, the concepts of topology, and creating, managing and analyzing vector data, and incorporation of attribute data in a tutorial-like setting, using environmental examples to support theories.
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ENVR 200 - Safety in the Environment
Credits: 1.5 Total Hours: 45
This course involves modules on VHF radio operation, field survival, WHMIS and trouble shooting with electrical equipment and small motors as well as safe boating practice.
Prerequisites
All of:
- Completion of 26 Environmental Technology program credits
- C in ENVR 110
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ENVR 201 - Co-operative Work Experience 2
Credits: 4 Total Hours: 420
This course gives students an opportunity to apply and extend academic knowledge while employed in an approved workplace assignment. Student learning is monitored and evaluated by Camosun College. Work terms are normally paid. Successful completion counts toward the Co-op and Internship designations.
Prerequisites
All of:
- COM in ENVR 101
- C+ in all Environmental Technology program courses
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- Cumulative GPA in the Environmental Technology program of at least 4.0 (B-)
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ENVR 202 - Geographic Field Techniques
Credits: 0.5 Total Hours: 17
This course provides training in Global Positioning Systems (GPS) and in orienteering as means of determining ‘position’ of objects in the environment.
Prerequisites
All of:
- Completion of 26 Environmental Technology program credits
- C in ENVR 110
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ENVR 203 - Aquatic Monitoring Techniques
Credits: 2 Total Hours: 36
Sampling techniques for monitoring streams, lakes, marine coastlines and oceanic waters will be covered. The course will stress quality assurance (QA) in environmental monitoring, planning and preparation of field programs, and sample collection techniques through classroom instruction and hands-on field experience.
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- Completion of 26 Environmental Technology program credits
- C in ENVR 110
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ENVR 204 - Environmental Field Trips
Credits: 0.5 Total Hours: 15
Students will visit a fish hatchery, a First Nations Cultural Centre, a sustainable forestry operation, a regular logging operation and an old growth forest.
Prerequisites
All of:
- Completion of 26 Environmental Technology program credits
- C in ENVR 110
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ENVR 205 - Soils
Credits: 0.5 Total Hours: 13
To introduce students to the genesis and classification of soils according to the Canadian Soil Classification System; to utilize these soil classification skills in combination with vegetation identification capabilities and site description skills to conduct an on-sight Bioterrain Inventory using the BC RIC standards for describing ecosystems in the field.
Prerequisites
All of:
- Completion of 26 Environmental Technology program credits
- C in ENVR 110
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ENVR 206A - Environmental Horticulture
Credits: 1.5 Total Hours: 28
Through projects, experiments and assignments students will explore the principles of horticulture. Topics include: soil testing, composting, organic gardening, culturing and disseminating biological control agents, plant propagation, greenhouse maintenance, and landscaping with native and xerophytic species.
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All of:
- Completion of 26 Environmental Technology program credits
- C in ENVR 110
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ENVR 206B - Environmental Biotechnology
Credits: 2 Total Hours: 45.5
Through experiments and research, students explore the principles and concepts of environmental biotechnology. Topics emphasize microbial biotechnology in relation to the fields of bioremediation and genetic engineering. Students isolate and culture microbial biotechnology agents and perform plant tissue culture experiments. Case studies in industry, agriculture and mining are explored.
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ENVR 207 - Applied Geomorphology
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 65
This is a field-based application of geomorphology in environmental management. Emphasis is on terrain analysis regarding land use, watershed management and site rehabilitation. Topics include: erosion, mass wasting, sediment transport, and groundwater, with a site assessment of processes, problems, and management options. Topographical maps and air photos are used.
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ENVR 208A - Research Project Design
Credits: 1 Total Hours: 18
ENVR 208A covers scientific method, research methods, and project design. It also includes instruction on how to start and operate a small environmental consulting business. Elements of the course include time management, budgeting, accounting, business development, proposal writing and project management.
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- Completion of 36 Environmental Technology program credits
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ENVR 208B - Sustainability Project
Credits: 5 Total Hours: 105
Working in small groups, students will identify, design, develop and complete a research project on a sustainable resource management problem. This will demonstrate appropriate ecological principles, research methodology, data management and analysis, environmental impact considerations, substantiated recommendations and requires both an oral and written report.
Prerequisites
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- C in ENVR 208A
- Completion of at least 36 program courses
- Completion of all relevant courses as determined by the Chair
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ENVR 209 - Waste Management - Remediation
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 75
This course covers pollution control, waste management principles and techniques and the concept of industrial ecology. Particular emphasis is given to hazardous secondary materials management, hazardous spill prevention and clean up, contaminated site remediation and associated legislation.
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ENVR 210 - Aquatic Environments
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
This course compares and contrasts the marine and freshwater environments. Local case studies will be used to illustrate physical, chemical and biological processes and aquatic management issues.
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ENVR 218 - Environmental Field Camp
Credits: 2 Total Hours: 24
This course is organized as a week-long field camp concentrating on techniques used in forestry, meteorology, fisheries, wildlife management, limnology, and coastal marine assessment. Additional skills include preparing for, and camping in, a semi-wilderness environment and small vessel operation.
Prerequisites
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- Completion of 26 Environmental Technology program credits
- C in ENVR 110
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ENVR 222 - Urban & Regional Environments
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
The course introduces students to the theory and practice of environmental management at the urban and regional scale. Specific management tools are examined, including environmental impact assessment, cost accounting and cost-benefit analysis, economic instruments, ecological footprint analysis, risk management, environmental reporting and auditing, and the ISO 14000 environmental management standard.
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ENVR 229 - Quantitative Assessment
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 75
A study of ecological methodology, experimental design, sampling protocols, statistical analysis of data, and environmental risk analysis. Topics include the application of chi-square analysis, uni- and multivariate analysis, and non-parametric tests. A problem based approach uses data sets from environmental and ecological fields.
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ENVR 233 - Co-operative Work Experience 3
Credits: 4 Total Hours: 420
This course gives students an opportunity to apply and extend academic knowledge while employed in an approved workplace assignment. Student learning is monitored and evaluated by Camosun College. Work terms are normally paid. Successful completion counts toward the Co-op and Internship designations.
Prerequisites
All of:
- COM in ENVR 201
- C+ in all Environmental Technology program courses
- Approval of the Co-op Department
Or all of:
- COM in ENVR 201
- Accumulated GPA of 4 (B-)
- Approval of the Co-op Department
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ENVR 240 - Environmental GIS Applications
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
This course introduces the application of GIS to problem solving in the environmental field. A case study approach provides hands-on experience in defining and analyzing real world problems using a variety of GIS analytical techniques. Topics include spatial data and data models, digital mapping and interpretation, and digital remote sensing.
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ENVR 242 - Vertebrate Diversity & Ecology
Credits: 4 Total Hours: 75
This course covers the principles of systematics, identification and environmental relationships of selected BC vertebrates with emphasis on animal taxa of ecological and economic value. Labs stress keying, taxonomy, field sampling and include field trips. Policy, legislation, biodiversity issues and wildlife management principles are discussed throughout the course.
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ENVR 244 - Invertebrate Diversity/Ecology
Credits: 3 Total Hours: 60
This course covers the principles of systematics, identification and environmental relationships of selected BC invertebrates with emphasis on animal taxa of ecological and economic value. Labs stress keying, taxonomy, field sampling and include field trips. Policy, legislation, biodiversity issues and wildlife management principles are discussed throughout the course.
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ENVR 246 - Plant Diversity & Ecology
Credits: 4 Total Hours: 90
This course covers the principles of systematics, identification and environmental relationships of selected BC non-vascular and vascular plants, algae and fungi with emphasis on taxa of ecological and economic value. Labs stress keying, taxonomy, field sampling and include field trips. Policy, legislation, biodiversity issues, restoration and ecosystem management principles are discussed throughout the course.
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ENVR 290 - Independent Studies
Credits: 1 Total Hours: 15
Students will carry out a project or curriculum package not available through regular college courses in the Environment program. Content, approach, methodology evaluation and number of credits will be determined by the Chair after consultation with instructors and the student.
Prerequisites
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- Advanced standing in Environmental Technology as determined by the Chair.
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ETP 010 - Life, Learning and Work Skills
Credits: 0 Total Hours: 90
Restricted to students in Employment Preparation
Students in this course will identify and practice the attitudes, values, behaviours, and skills that contribute to successful learning, life, and work experiences. Students begin to prepare themselves for the challenges and opportunities of personal and educational growth and employment, and are introduced to teamwork skills that emphasis working across differences.
Prerequisites
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- Permission of the instructor
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ETP 011 - Community Cooking
Credits: 0 Total Hours: 90
Restricted to students in Employment Training and Preparation
Students in this course will develop their ability to learn in an adult setting by working with others to plan meals, manage resources, create a budget, shop, cook, and clean. They will practice intercultural communication, problem solving, and interpersonal skills. Students will explore community and Indigenous resources involved in food security and in areas relevant to students’ needs and interests.
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- Permission of the instructor
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ETP 020 - Essential Employment Skills
Credits: 0 Total Hours: 225
Restricted to students in Employment Preparation
Students in this course develop skills essential for employment, independent living, and learning in an adult setting. Students will build on their personal strengths, experience, and abilities in order to advance their employability, health, wellness, and overall agency. Students will explore and practice skills, attitudes and knowledge that promote healthy and effective human relations and respectful communication. Students will also apply organizational and planning skills to set and work towards goals relevant to their needs, interests, values, and ability.
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- Permission of the instructor
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ETP 021 - EARTH Gardening
Credits: 0 Total Hours: 255
Restricted to students in Employment Preparation
Students in this course will develop essential employment skills through an introduction to local, sustainable, small-scale food production. They will work collaboratively to practice soil stewardship, grow, preserve, prepare, and sell food. Students will practice their learning, communication, and social skills through exploring and promoting related topics such as food literacy, sustainability, food preservation, and the stewardship of Indigenous ecosystems.
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- Permission of the instructor
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ETP 030 - Customized Employment Training
Credits: 0 Total Hours: 210
Restricted to students in Sector-Specific Employment Training
Students in this self-paced course will have the opportunity to develop entry-level employment skills. Students will practice and develop their skills by engaging in teamwork, using effective communication, and maintaining a growth mindset. These skills will build a foundation for learning and practicing accountability, workplace safety, task completion, and customer service. Students will follow their interests to explore different types of work and sector-specific related skills.
Prerequisites
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- Permission of the instructor
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ETP 031 - Customer Service Skills
Credits: 0 Total Hours: 210
Restricted to students in Sector-Specific Employment Training
Students in this course will develop customer service skills in retail and service settings. They will build effective personal skills in the areas of teamwork, effective communication, and growth mindset. Students practice communication, accountability, workplace safety, task completion, and customer service. Students will explore work in the retail and service settings and will practice cash handling, inventory management, and sharing product/service knowledge.
Prerequisites
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- Permission of the instructor
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ETP 032 - Farm to Table Food Service
Credits: 0 Total Hours: 210
Restricted to students in Sector-Specific Employment Training
Students in this course develop entry-level employment skills for the food industry. Students learn and practice skills in customer service, food preparation, receiving and storing food, dishwashing, and serving. Students will also practice customer relations, team work, local agricultural sustainability, and growing food on a small scale.
Prerequisites
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- Permission of the instructor
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