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This course familiarizes students with the Canadian airspace structure and basic theory of flights, aircraft engines, airframes and propellers, aircraft performance, aeronautical radios communications and more.

This course is a pathway to the full-time ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø programs:

• Aviation Operations
• Aviation Safety

The course familiarizes students with the study of anatomy and physiology. Topics include organization of the body, the cell, tissue, organs and four of the major body systems.

This course is a pathway to the full-time ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø program:

• Practical Nursing

The goal of this course is to provide students the opportunity to explore programs within the college system and career alternatives to form a career direction. Throughout the semester a core emphasis will be for students to fully explore and develop self-knowledge and interpersonal relationship skills. Topics include exploring your personality, communication style, self-management and the millennial workplace.

This course focuses on the theoretical and practical aspects of professional makeup artistry and selling techniques used in cosmetic sales. Through practical workshops, students will be taught the professional use of products and makeup tools and develop their artistic ability.

This course is a pathway to the full-time ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø program:

• Cosmetic Techniques and Management

An understanding of animal behaviour is necessary to work efficiently with animals and their owners. This course allows students to gain a deeper understanding of animal communication and species-specific behaviours. Topics include effective animal training and suitable pet selection.

This course is a pathway to the full-time ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø programs:

• Veterinary Technician
• Veterinary Assistant

The objective of this subject is to develop creative approaches to design issues by developing a student's individual skill and imagination. Through a series of exercises and projects, each student will explore colour theory, fashion forecasting, and the psychology of colour to create successful design compositions. The design abilities and skills acquired in this subject provide both a theoretical knowledge of the colour wheel, and an applied method for the use of colour within a design context.

This course is a pathway to the full-time ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø program:

• Fashion Studies

This course familiarizes students with how to use the principles of design to analyze historical and contemporary visual art images and apply these principles to their own creative work. The studio component is an integral part of this course, allowing students to practice their research, critical thinking, creative problem solving and visual presentation skills.Ìý

This course is a pathway to the full-time ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø program:

• Art Fundamentals

This is a lab-based course that introduces students to digital approaches of design, software and technologies relevant to diverse visual art industries including fine arts, illustration, graphic design and popular culture.

This course is a pathway to the full-time ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø program:

• Art Fundamentals

This course provides students with theoretical and hands-on experience in the food and beverage industry while exploring the roles of service managers, assistants and supervisors. Students will gain the skills, knowledge and understanding of protocols in the hospitality sector.

This course focuses on essential drawing techniques. It introduces students to the elements and principles of design. Drawing skills are developed through detailed instruction of techniques including contour drawing, hatching and tonal control.

This course is a pathway to the full-time ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø program:

• Art Fundamentals

This course provides students an overview of the fire protection industry. The history of fire protection, the fire problem in North America and fire behaviour will be studied. Career opportunities in fire protection and related fields will be examined and basic terms and knowledge related to these careers will be provided.

This course is a pathway to the full-time ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø programs:

• Fire Protection Engineering Technician
• Fire Protection Engineering Technology

This course introduces students to a career as a flight attendant. Information learned in this course, based on Transport Canada’s policies and procedures, will allow a student to successfully pass an airline’s Initial Training Program. Students will be introduced to Canadian Aviation Regulations in relation to how and when a crewmember works onboard an aircraft. Topics include uniform, grooming, punctuality, reliability and airline safety.

This course is a pathway to the full-time ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø programs:

• Flight Services
• Flight Services – Operations & Cabin Management

This course provides students with an introduction to the techniques, basic culinary skills and preparation that are required in a professional kitchen. Students develop terminology, hands-on skills and knowledge of product standards. Using a computerized simulation, students will understand the concepts of restaurant management.

This course is a pathway to the full-time ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø programs:

• Hospitality Foundations
• Hospitality – Hotel & Restaurant Services Management

This course introduces students to the concept of forensic science with a focus on gathering information to generate evidence to be used in the court of law. Students will gain knowledge into the various technical and scientific methods currently used for identification purposes. Areas that will be covered include pathology, toxicology and fingerprints.

This course is a pathway to the full-time ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø program:

• Police Foundations

This course provides students with an overview of theories, research and applied forms of psychology. Through lectures, readings, discussions and assignments, this course will introduce students to some of the major research methods, figures and perspectives found in psychology.Ìý

This course can be applied to any diploma or certificate program at ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø as one of the required General Education Courses.Ìý

This course introduces students to techniques of interpersonal communications. Students will reflect on their own interpersonal style and analyze how it affects their personal and professional relationships. This course will focus on growth in self-awareness, basic communication skills and aspects of the worker/client relationship.

This course specializes in introducing students to investigative skills and communication techniques required to support law enforcement. Students will learn investigation techniques for interviewing witnesses, victims and suspects. Students will learn how to complete field notebook and incident reports.

This course is a pathway to the full-time ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø program:

• Police FoundationsÌýÌýÌý

This course will familiarize students with the field of advertising, including layout, graphic design and visual communication. Students will learn how to create print advertising materials using principles of design and typography.

This course is a pathway to the full-time ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø program:

• Creative Advertising

This course familiarizes students with the Canadian business environment and the global economy. It provides a perspective on how businesses operate and helps students develop skills for entrepreneurship and other areas including finance, human resources and logistics.

This course is a pathway to numerous full-timeÌýÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Business programs.

This course introduces students to fundamental marketing concepts — an increasingly relevant area of business practice in the information age. Marketing is an approach to business that puts the customer at the centre of business activities and focuses on satisfying customer needs and wants to meet the demands of the marketplace.

This course is a pathway to numerous full-timeÌýÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Business programs.

Psychology is the scientific study of mental processes and behaviour. Studying psychology can help us to expand and revise our understanding of our own and other people's thoughts, feelings, and behaviour. In this course, students will discover the foundations of psychological science, including basic research methods that are used in the field. Students will explore broad areas of study, such as the biological foundations of psychological processes, learning, memory, social influence, personality, and psychological disorders. Students will also apply psychological concepts and findings to life situations and social issues.

This course can be applied to any diploma or certificate program at ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø as one of the requiredÌýGeneral Education Courses.

This course familiarizes students with the broader scope of sociology — understanding human interactions and behaviour in various situations. Students will examine theories, research and applied forms of sociology in relation to contemporary issues in our world.

This course provides students with an in-depth look at popular culture and the media. What fads and trends are sweeping the world today and what communication mediums are being used to distribute them? We will examine the differences between television, film, video, print and radio, and look at the different fads and trends connected with each. We will also discuss recent trends in fashion, technology and leisure activities.

This course can be applied to any diploma or certificate program at ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø as one of the requiredÌýGeneral Education Courses.Ìý

This course focuses on the science of nutrition — making connections between the foods we eat and maintaining optimal health. Students will complete practical exercises on evaluating food labels and creating diet plans, and will learn how to accommodate dietary restrictions.

This course can be applied to any diploma or certificate program at ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø as one of the requiredÌýGeneral Education Courses.Ìý

This course offers students an opportunity to learn and implement health and fitness theories through a combination of classroom activity and practical application. Students will learn how the body responds and adapts to exercise stress and explore contemporary fitness and health issues.

Retailers, marketers, advertisers, the military, pubic speakers and educators have long understood the principles of social influence. This course will help students see beyond persuasion strategies in order to make more objective decisions and assert greater control over their own behaviour.

Happiness is golden; happiness is fleeting; don't worry be happy; happiness is friends and family; or alternately a new puppy. Happiness is something that almost everyone wishes to obtain and yet, for most, it remains elusive - forever on the horizon. This course is an introduction to the science of happiness and fulfillment. The knowledge, skills, and insights gained in this course will help students personally as well as professionally as they navigate towards a meaning-based goal-directed life.ÌýÌý

Through this course students will develop a holistic understanding of elements that contribute to self-care, focusing on the management of mental, physical and spiritual health. This course focuses on the prevention and management of stress to develop a healthy academic, life and work balance. Students will explore the Canadian health-care system and various roles within this sector.

This course combines both the fun of participating in lively sports debates and the practical techniques that will help students to improve their communication skills. Through this course, students will better understand the major problems and controversies surrounding the impact of sports upon society and gain a greater appreciation for the craft of sports journalism and the genre of sports literature.

This course can be applied to any diploma or certificate program at ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø as one of the requiredÌýGeneral Education Courses.Ìý

This course introduces students to the production of podcasts, radio and online audio news. Students will learn the podcast writing and idea generation process as well as the formation of the concept and content of a podcast. This course will also teach basic industry terminology and reporting skills, including how to capture audio effectively and how to edit content using voice-overs, interview clips, natural sound and music.

This course is a pathway to the full-time ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø programs:

• Journalism

In this course, students explore the ethical challenges facing the fashion industry. Students willÌýexamine the fashion industry within the context of social responsibility, sustainable design and manufacturing practices. The ecological and social impact of the fashion industry is examined both locally and globally. Topics include: exploring fashion in developing nations, multinational megabrands, Indigenous sewing collectives, green design and eco-friendly materials.

Whether consuming or creating information, communicating, or connecting to apps, we spend a considerable amount of our time online. In addition, the smartphones in our pockets track our every move. This course explores current issues and trends in technology as we engage with an ever-increasing number of online tools and platforms. How safe is the internet? Should we be concerned about privacy and surveillance? What information sources should we trust? The importance of developing a critical approach to life online is emphasized throughout the course.

Students immerse themselves in a writing and content production lab where they connect the principles of story, structure and news value. Topics of this course include mechanics of writing news, sports, entertainment and weather, and how to cover a news conference using Canadian Press style.ÌýÌý

This course will focus on North American destinations in their uniqueness as tourism destinations. Students will gain the knowledge of major tourism destinations of the following countries: Canada, United States of America, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central and South America, and Antarctica, by examining the physical landscapes, resources, history, culture, heritage, products, services, and attractions unique to each regional area within each country.

This course is a pathway to the full-time ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø programs:

• Tourism – Services Management – Global Tourism Business Specialization
• Tourism – Services Management – Travel Services Specialization
• Tourism – Travel Operations

This course teaches students how to become professional wedding planners. Students examine the role and responsibilities of a professional wedding planner in Canada. The areas of study will include the engagement, budget, invitations, etiquette, gifts, ceremonies, catering and cakes, dresses and the honeymoon. Students also learn the fundamentals of starting and marketing a wedding planning business.

This course is a pathway to the full-time ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø program:

• Hospitality – Hotel & Restaurant Services Management

Through the ethics of care lens, students will examine health, safety, and nutrition regulations, policies, procedures, and evidenced-informed practices in Early Childhood programs. Students will evaluate multiple dimensions of health, wellbeing, and vulnerability examining the socio-cultural contexts of lives of families, communities, and educators. The process of child abuse reporting will be examined at an introductory level. Students will learn about health, safety and nutrition practices in Early Childhood programs. The process of child abuse reporting will be examined at an introductory level.

This course is a pathway to the full-time ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø program:

• Early Childhood Education

The course familiarizes students with understanding, analyzing and discussing the impact of ongoing news stories from around the world. Topics include news stories of the day, critical interpretations and analyzing news to make informed judgements.