Focusing on the Caterpillar engine product line, this course examines engine function, component, operation, and systems. This includes the disassembly, inspection, and reassembly of a running diesel engine.

This course focuses on how the child's physical environment supports social, cognitive, physical and emotional development through the early childhood years. Students will analyze specific components of high quality environments for young children and will learn important principles that can be applied to the design of indoor and outdoor play environments for preschool children.

In this introduction to the ethical principles of social work practice, students will explore the theoretical foundations of the codes and frameworks which inform social work professionals as they navigate ethical dilemmas and issues. Students will also reflect on the diverse value systems in Canadian society and the interactions between personal and professional values.

This course includes key theoretical topics and pedagogical applications for effective assessment practices. Students will gain skills in designing and implementing formative and summative assessment practices which relate to curricular outcomes and promote learning for students.

The primary objectives of this course are to facilitate the integration of various effective classroom assessment practices into pedagogical planning and instruction. This course aims to enhance the systematic collection and analysis of pertinent data that will inform instructional decision-making and evaluation, foster heightened student engagement, and ultimately elevate students' overall learning of the outcomes.

The course provides a hands on approach to evidence-informed nursing practice. This includes formulating clinical questions, systematic searching of electronic databases, reading, interpreting and critically appraising health research. Emphasis is on developing thinking and information literacy skills necessary to be an astute research consumer, and using evidence to inform clinical decision making.

This course is intended to familiarize the student with the comprehensive use and professional application of computers in daily office activities. Students will be expected to develop a core level knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Access. This course also introduces the current operating system, computer terminology, electronic file management and business math concepts.

This course covers expert level concepts and techniques of Microsoft Excel through lectures, demonstrations, and hands on practical applications. Students will learn how to prepare and format a worksheet, maintain and enhance workbooks, advanced formatting, formulas and data management, and managing and integrating data. Students will be prepared to successfully challenge the Microsoft Office Specialist Excel Certification Exam and attain this globally recognized certificate directly from Microsoft.

The lecture, laboratory experience and supplementary readings are designed to promote an understanding o the physiological responses to acute and chronic exercise. Successful completion of the course requirements will enable one to understand the basic function of various physiological systems; describe the various physiological changes that occur during acute exercise and the various adaptations to different forms of exercise training and environmental influence; understand the basic ergometry and other laboratory instrumentation for evaluating physiological responses to exercise; and experience exercise stress in a laboratory setting as a participant and tester.

Formerly CT3120 A project-based course dealing with the design and implementation of behaviour-based robots to accomplish specific tasks. Students work in groups and are introduced to concepts in sensor technologies, sensor data processing, motion control, embedded system design, real-time programming and behaviour arbitration.

A project-based course dealing with the design and implementation of behaviour-based robots to accomplish specific tasks. Students work in groups and are introduced to concepts in sensor technologies, sensor data processing, motion control, embedded system design, real-time programming and behaviour arbitration.

The role of a Teacher Assistant involves assisting children who have Autism Spectrum Disorder. This course provides students with a basic understanding of the characteristics associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder and the issues and strategies relevant to supporting these children in the classroom.

The role of an Teacher Assistant involves assisting children who have Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). This course will provide students with a basic understanding of the characteristics associated with FASD and possible prenatal alcohol-related effects and the issues and strategies relevant to supporting these children in the classroom. Notes: This course will be offered in alternate years.

It is not always easy to separate fact from fiction in archaeology, and the human past has served as fertile ground for fraudsters, charlatans, and pseudoscientists of many stripes. Through the close examination of case studies, we will critically examine some of the most persistent (and popular) myths and mysteries concerned with the archaeological past. This course will demonstrate that a strong adherence to scientific investigation and hard evidence can uncover facts about prehistory that are as interesting as the myths.

This course invites students to reflect on the fundamental principles required for efficient and sustainable farm operations. Students will explore the role pest management and pesticide application play in modern farming. Emphasis is placed on pest identification, management strategies, and safety.

This course builds on the fundamental principles and practical skills covered in Farm Operations I. In this hands-on course students will learn basic operations and safety requirements when using farm equipment. Included in this course is Alberta Air Brakes (Q Endorsement) curriculum and assessments.

Field experiences afford students an opportunity to apply their learning to direct social work practice. Students will develop practical skills and intervention strategies while working under the supervision of practicing social workers. A seminar component will require students to reflect upon and evaluate their practicum and how they have applied the values, knowledge and skills taught in their core courses.

The field experience preparation course is intended to provide students with a chance to review, integrate, and consolidate their social work learning before joining a professional practice environment. Students will have a chance to discuss professional conduct and social work practice in example scenarios. Methods of reflection and identifying and implementing learning within the field experience will also be examined.

This course seeks to develop an in depth appreciation and understanding of digital design as it relates to the commercial workplace. This will provide the student with practical experience in a working environment. This course may be taken in the second year.

The field trip may include attendance at an animal care related conference and/or tour of veterinary clinics and related facilities. Students will be required to cover field trip personal expenses such as meals.

The objectives of financial management and financial decision making are explored in this course. The approach is practical in nature with an emphasis on cash flow analysis, working capital management, and financial planning.