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Northern Lakes College 2012–2013 Calendar 2012/2013 Course Descriptions For information on course transferability, refer to the online transfer guide at www.transferalberta.ca course descriptions ABST1000 (3 credits) Introduction to Aboriginal Studies This introduction to the field of Aboriginal Studies will introduce the topic by surveying material on contemporary aboriginal culture and conditions. The emphasis is on developing scholarship skills in research and writing in the academic environment. ABST1521 (3 credits) Introduction to Cree: Part 1 This course is the first Section of an introduction to the Plains Cree “Y” dialect grammar, dialogue and vocabulary. No prior knowledge in the Cree language is assumed. Both Section A and B are required in order to continue. ABST1522 (3 credits) Introduction to Cree: Part 2 This course is the second Section of an introduction to the Plains Cree “Y” dialect grammar, dialogue and vocabulary. No prior knowledge in the Cree language is assumed. Both Section A and B are required in order to continue. Pre-requisite: ABST1521 ABST2100 (3 credits) Introduction to Aboriginal Issues This course introduces the participants to the interdisciplinary dimensions surrounding Aboriginal issues in Canada. ABST 2100 will also help in the development of the attitudes and academic competencies necessary to university success. Pre-requisite: Introductory Social Science recommended ABST2500 (3 credits) Deconstructing Images of Aboriginal People in Canada This course will examine how Canadian First Nations peoples have and are being represented in the dominant culture. It will review images of Aboriginal people represented by Canadian historical figures such as Paul Kane, Emily Carr, Pauline Johnson, Grey Owl, and others. The critical analysis will continue to contemporary images in photographs, television, films, videos, magazines, tourist objects, newspapers, and other popular media forms. Using post-modern theory it will demystify the “essential” Indian and encourage reflection on how to challenge stereotypes that influence the treatment of First Nations people. Pre-requisite: Introductory Social Science recommended ACCT0100 (credits TBA) Accounting I Students will study the basic accounting cycle which includes journalizing transactions, posting to ledgers, and month end procedures. Students will also learn how to proof and ensure that books are balanced. Students will prepare financial statements and complete bank reconciliations. ACCT0110 (credits TBA) Computer Accounting I The Simply Accounting software will be used to complete the accounting cycle. Students will work with the general, receivable, payable, and inventory modules to enter transactions and to display and print financial records. Pre-requisite: ACCT0100 ACCT0211 (3 credits - Portage College) Management Accounting Cost accounting and utilization in manufacturing and non-manufacturing sectors is examined. Major topics include the following: job ordering costing and analysis, costing procedures, cost-volume-profit analysis, budget preparation, standard cost systems, variance analysis, and cost analysis for managerial decision making. Pre-requisites: ACCT107 and MATH 117 or ACCT1110, MGMT1110 ACCT1110 (3 credits) Introductory Accounting This course deals with fundamental accounting principles including the accounting cycle; accounting for sales; purchases for merchandise; cash control procedures; valuation of receivables and inventories. AECO0001 (10 credits) BEL 101 Communications BEL 101 Communications is the first of three levels of English courses at the pre-high school level. Students will develop language arts skills while achieving two basic aims of English language arts: to encourage an understanding and appreciation of the significance and artistry of literature; and, to be able to confidently use language for a variety of purposes (with diverse audiences, in a range of situations for career, personal satisfaction and lifelong learning). This course will develop the essential skills and knowledge, in the 6 content areas of: Listening and Speaking; Reading and Writing; Viewing and Representing. Students will learn to compose, comprehend and respond to oral, print and other media texts. AECO0004 (10 credits) BEL 201 Communications Students will build on their skills in word identification, spelling, sentence mechanics and reading comprehension. Students will also develop and reinforce their skills in functional reading and writing, writing composition (paragraphs), study skills and reading to learn. Skills in listening, viewing and speaking, together with oral presentations, will also be a focus in order to achieve the basic aims of English language arts: to encourage an understanding and appreciation of the significance and artistry of literature; and, to be able to confidently use language for a variety of purposes (with diverse audiences, in a range of situations for career, personal satisfaction and lifelong learning). 68 For more information call toll-free 1-866-652-3456
Northern Lakes College 2012–2013 Calendar AECO0007 (10 credits) BEL 301 Communications Students will further advance their skills in reading comprehension and develop skills in vocabulary, reading to learn and reading strategies. Students will also learn about writing mechanics, sentence structure, composition (paragraphs and essays), functional writing, resource-generated writing and utilizing writing tools and aids. They will further develop and use listening skills, viewing skills, speaking skills along with making oral presentations to achieve the basic aims of English language arts: to encourage an understanding and appreciation of the significance and artistry of literature; and, to be able to confidently use language for a variety of purposes (with diverse audiences, in a range of situations for career, personal satisfaction and lifelong learning). AEEM0007 (5 credits) BEL 301 Essential Skills for Students In this course, students will learn the essential skills needed to be successful at school and in the job marketplace. These skills will be practiced throughout the course while students learn computer basics, study skills, research and critical thinking skills, media literacy, numeracy and an introduction to business basics. Students will connect essential skills to authentic experiences by exploring non-profit organizations through various global and social issues. Project-based assignments will include the foundations of document use, reading, writing, numeracy (budgeting), critical thinking, and communication skills where students will practice and transfer what they learn. AEMA0001 (5 credits) BEL 101 Mathematics BEL 101 Math is the first of four levels of Math courses at the pre-high school level. The main goal is to prepare students to become mathematically literate adults, using mathematics to contribute to society. Students will gain understanding and appreciation of the contributions of mathematics as a science, philosophy and art, engage and persevere in mathematical tasks and projects, and learn to transfer math skills in successful problem-solving. This course will reinforce mental math skills in the areas of computation (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication) by developing a natural number sense through a study of mathematical ideas and standards. These concepts will be applied through introductions to decimals, fractions, and measurement, applying math essential skills to the context of real life. AEMA0004 (5 credits) BEL 201 Mathematics In this course, students will gain understanding and appreciation of the contributions of mathematics as a science, philosophy and art, engage and persevere in mathematical tasks and projects, and learn to transfer math skills in successful problem-solving. The main goal is to become mathematically literate adults, using mathematics to contribute to society. Students will reinforce number sense through a review of mental math concepts and computations. Students will apply these essentials skills to a study of fractions, ratios, proportions, percents, measurement and geometry. Basic algebra and problemsolving will be applied to math concepts in the context of real life. AEMA0007 (5 credits) BEL 301 Mathematics BEL 301 Math is a preparatory course for students going into BEL 303 Math or Math 10-3. They will gain understanding and appreciation of the contributions of mathematics as a science, philosophy and art, engage and persevere in mathematical tasks and projects, and learn to transfer math skills in successful problem-solving. The main goal is to become mathematically literate adults, using mathematics to contribute to society. Students will reinforce number sense through a review of mental math concepts and computations. Students will apply these essentials skills to a study of fractions, ratios, proportions, percents, measurement and geometry. Basic algebra and problemsolving will be applied to math concepts in the context of real life. AEMA0009 (5 credits) BEL 303 Mathematics BEL 303 Math is a preparatory course for students going into Math 10C. They will gain understanding and appreciation of the contributions of mathematics as a science, philosophy and art, engage and persevere in mathematical tasks and projects, and learn to transfer math skills in successful problem-solving. The main goal is to become mathematically literate adults, using mathematics to contribute to society. Students will reinforce number sense through a review of mental math concepts and computations, and develop their skills in operations and number concepts. They will apply these essentials skills to a study of real number concepts, exponential and scientific notation, equations and inequations, polynomials, measurement and geometry, and data management. AESC0001 (5 credits) BEL 101 Science BEL 101 Science is the first of three levels of science courses at the pre-high school level, where students develop their skills of inquiry and problem solving. They will also develop positive attitudes toward the study of science and the application of science in responsible ways. Units include basic skill development in the areas of chemistry, weather, physics, and geology. These science units are rich in handson activities, with concepts applied to real life and career contexts. AESC0004 (5 credits) BEL 201 Science This course builds on the inquiry skills learned in BEL 101 Science, leading to success in BEL 301 Science. This science course exposes students to basic science concepts in each of the life, physical and earth sciences, with a larger proportion of time spent on life science. The five units of study are Interactions and Ecosystems, Plants for Food and Fiber, Heat and Temperature, Structures and Forces, and Planet Earth. Students continue to develop their skills of inquiry and problem solving through hands-on activities, and applications to real life contexts. They also develop positive attitudes toward the study of science and the application of science in responsible ways course descriptions Or visit us online at www.northernlakescollege.ca 69
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