Online Offerings
View list of fully online credit courses for: Fall 2010 Spring 2011 Summer 2010 Other 2010
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All Online Courses
Biology
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BIOL 151 Principles of Anatomy & Physiology for Health Professionals I
Current Section(s): F10W01
An introduction to human structure and function, emphasizing basic physiological principles and homeostasis. Topics include the cell, tissues, the integumentary system, the skeletal system, the muscular system, and the nervous system.
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BIOL 153 Principles of Anatomy and Physiology for Health Professionals II
Current Section(s): S11W01
This course is an introduction to human structure and function, emphasizing basic physiological principles and homeostasis. Topics include the endocrine system, the cardiovascular system, the immune system, the respiratory system, the digestive system, the urinary system, and the reproductive system.
Child & Youth Care
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CYC 361 Special Topics: Intro to Alcohol and Drugs - Clinical Practice
Current Section(s): S11W01
A study of the theoretical and practical framework of working with substance misuse problems that impact adolescents, adults and families.
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CYC 403 Intro to Child Abuse and Neglect II
Current Section(s): F10W01
A continuation of CYC 360A, focusing on intervention, case management and evaluation in child abuse and neglect.
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CYC 404 Law and Social Services
Current Section(s): S11W01
This course is a study of the law as it affects the human service professions.
Creative Writing and Journalism
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CREW 100 Intro to Writing Journalism
Current Section(s): S11W01
An introduction to the basic structures and approaches in the writing of journalism.
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CREW 110 Intro To Writing Poetry
Current Section(s): F10W01
This course is an introduction to the basic structures and approaches in the writing of poetry. Analysis and discussion of professional work will form and develop guidelines for effective criticism and revision of student writing.
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CREW 120 Intro to Writing Fiction
Current Section(s): S11W01
An introduction to the basic structures and approaches in the writing of fiction.
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CREW 140 Intro to Writing Drama
Current Section(s): M10W01
An introduction to the basic structures and approaches in the writing of plays, TV scripts, and film scripts. Analysis and discussion of professional work will form and develop guidelines for effective criticism and revision of student writing.
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CREW 212 Intermediate Poetry Workshop
Current Section(s): S11W01, F10W01
A lecture and writing course in writing poetry in a range of styles from formal to experimental verse.
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CREW 320 Advanced Short Fiction Workshop
Current Section(s): S11W01, F10W01
This is a workshop course in the writing and editing of short fiction. Students will write and submit two short stories (1,500-5,000 words each). They will also edit and discuss stories by other workshop members, complete a major exercise in stylistic editing, and read and discuss stories from the assigned text.
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CREW 340 Advanced Screenwriting Workshop
Current Section(s): F10W01
A workshop course for students wishing to work on a screenplay with the guidance of an instructor.
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CREW 341 Advanced Writing for the Stage Workshop
Current Section(s): S11W01
This is a workshop course for students wishing to work on a stage play with the guidance of an instructor. (0:3:0)
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CREW 401 Long-Form Feature Writing
Current Section(s): S11W01
A workshop course in writing and editing feature articles of 2,000 words or more for newspapers and magazines, culminating in publication of the e-zine Incline (0:3:0)
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CREW 440 Writing for Television Workshop
Current Section(s): S11W01,
This is a workshop course for students wishing to work on a television script in Movie-Of-The-Week form, or for an original series, including the development of a 'series bible.' It also offers an opportunity to develop a MOW as a 'back-door pilot' from which a series could be 'spun off'.
Education
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EDPD 587 Modifying Curriculum: Investigation of Practice
Current Section(s): Y10W01
An overview of the characteristics and needs of low incidence learners. Best practices and a range of teaching strategies that encompass the essential components of a supportive program are presented.
English
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ENGL 115 University Writing and Research (Blended Format)
Current Section(s): F10D04
An introduction to critical thinking and reading, academic writing, and research skills, consistent with the conditions and expectations students encounter as readers and writers at university.
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ENGL 125 Literature and Culture (Blended Format)
Current Section(s): S11D04
An introduction to the concept of literary genres that explores the relation between literature and its historical and cultural contexts. This course emphasizes reading, research, and writing.
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ENGL 225 Business and Technical Writing
Current Section(s): S11W01, F10W01
A study in technical communications including planning and organization, outlining, summarizing, presenting data, handling references, and editing for students in business, technical, and other programs.
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ENGL 321 Literary Theory from 1900 (Blended Format)
Current Section(s): S11N01
A survey of the range of literary theory: Russian Formalism, Structuralism, New Criticism, Marxism, Feminism, Post-Colonialism, Post-Structuralism, and beyond. Each theory is examined for its assumptions, applications, and textual strategies.
Event Management
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CONV 101 Introduction To Tourism
Current Section(s): F10W01
An introduction to the tourism industry. Topics include: tourism terminology; issues and trends in British Columbia; tourism guest characteristics; the eight sectors of the BC tourism industry; key tourism organizations and their influence; impacts of tourism; and tourism related products.
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CONV 103 Celebrating Community And Culture
Current Section(s): F10W01
An exploration of how communities and cultures within those communities can be effectively included in special events. Topics include: assessing the community environment; communities as assets to special events; socio-cultural impacts of tourism and events; cross-cultural communication; and adding a cultural element to special events. Credit will only be granted for one of TOUR 153, RMGT 153 or CONV 103. (2:1:0)
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CONV 105 Event Law And Risk Management
Current Section(s): S11W01
An exploration of legal and risk management issues involved in planning and hosting tourism events. Credit will only be granted for one of TOUR 226, RMGT 226 or CONV 105.
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CONV 106 Event Marketing
Current Section(s): S11W01
An overview of concepts and tools used to design and implement a successful event marketing strategy.
Geology
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GEOL 301 Karst Landscapes, Systems and Processes
Current Section(s): F10W01
This course is an introduction to karst systems and processes, and in particular, the forested karst lands of Vancouver Island.
Health Services Administration
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HSLC 100 Intro to Technology for Organizing and Presenting Information
Current Section(s): F10W01
An introduction to personal computers, Windows file management, Internet, and Microsoft Office applications.
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HSLC 110 Intro to the Health Care System
Current Section(s): F10W01
An introduction to the evolution of Canada's health care system, Federal & Provincial health care, health human resources, and the future challenges and issues in health care delivery.
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HSLC 120 Organizational Management
Current Section(s): F10W01
A study of management and the functions and principles of management as directly related to continuing health care.
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HSLC 125 Health Human Resource Management
Current Section(s): F10W01
An introduction to theoretical and practical aspects of human resource management in the health care setting.
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HSLC 135 Legal & Ethical Aspects of Health Care
Current Section(s): F10W01
An examination of the general principles that govern the organization of our health care system.
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HSLC 205 Gerontology
Current Section(s): F10W01
An introduction to the study of gerontology.
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HSLC 210 Leadership In Continuing Care (3)
Current Section(s): S11W01
An examination of essential leadership skills for the 21st Century.
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HSLC 230 Quality Improvement In Continuing Care
Current Section(s): S11W01
An examination of essential and fundamental information for developing the foundation for quality improvement in continuing care.
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HSLC 235 Managerial Accounting For Health Care Professionals
Current Section(s): F10W01
A continuation of HSLC 130 including flexible budgeting and standards of control, cost centres, master budget, financial statement analysis, break-even analysis, and responsibility accounting.
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HSLC 240 Budget Management And Planning For Health Care Professionals
Current Section(s): S11W01
An introduction to budget management and planning.
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HSLC 245 Factors Influencing the Provision of Care for the Elderly
Current Section(s): S11W01
An examination of factors that influence the provision of care for the elderly looking at considerations of care from the client and families perspective.
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HSLC 250 Final Project In Context of Learner's Workplace
Current Section(s): S11W01
A final applications project to demonstrate the understanding of theories and application of course concepts.
Media Studies
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MEDI 111 History of Communication
Current Section(s): M10W01, S11W01
An introduction to the multi-disciplinary nature of media studies including an exploration of the definitions of society, culture, the self, as well as an historical approach to human communications.
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MEDI 211 Understanding Television
Current Section(s): F10W01
An examination of television as a medium of communication and an element of culture.
Quantitative Methods
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QUME 185 Business Computer Applications
Current Section(s): S11W01, F10W01 & F10W02
This is a self-taught, computer-based-training (CBT) credit course.
Recreation & Tourism Management
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TRMT 392 Programming and Services for Seniors
Current Section(s): M10W01
An examination of the leisure behaviours of seniors to determine how to plan for the provision of services for this sub-population. Population analysis and market segmentation is used as a means of determining participant functioning characteristics and participant needs, interests, and skills.
Renewable Energy
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RNEW 101 Energy and the Environment
Current Section(s): F10W70
An overview of energy and how energy use impacts society and environment. Topics include: what energy is; how we produce useful forms of energy; energy resources, their origins, and how they can be exploited.
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RNEW 102 Solar Thermal and Solar Electric Systems
Current Section(s): S11W70
An introduction to the technology of solar heat collection and generation of electricity from solar energy.
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RNEW 103 Small-Scale Wind Energy Systems
Current Section(s): S11W70
An introduction to the technology used to generate electricity from wind energy for small-scale commercial or residential applications.
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RNEW 104 Geo-Exchange Heating and Cooling Systems
Current Section(s): S11W70
An introduction to geo-exchange systems, and how they are used for heating and cooling buildings.
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RNEW 105 Micro-Hydro Electricity Production
Current Section(s): S11W70
RNEW 105 (3) Micro-Hydro Electricity Production An introduction to micro-hydro electrical generating systems, and the relationship between water flow and energy production.
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RNEW 106 Small-Scale Biomass Energy Systems
Current Section(s): S11W70
An introduction to small-scale biomass energy systems examining solid, liquid and gaseous fuels derived from organic materials.
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RNEW 107 Building and Renovating for Energy Conservation
Current Section(s): F10W70
An introduction to the methods of building and renovating for energy conservation, focusing on residential construction.
Sport, Health, and Physical Education
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PHED 380 Women in Physical Activity and Sport
Current Section(s): M10W01, F10W01
An examination of the historical and cultural foundations of women in physical activity and sport.