This course examines the theory and fundamentals underlying the valuation of real estate. Land rights, property utility, physical improvements, restrictive uses, and other factors that make up value are discussed. Approaches of appraisal are explored with a description of the three most common techniques of establishing value: the market approach, the cost approach and the income approach. Also the basic principles underlying real estate valuation such as the principle of highest and best use, the principle of substitution, the principle of contribution, and the economic forces underlying real estate values are discussed.

The first book will cover the science portion of steam and energy, thermodynamics, legislation and codes, safety and fire protection.

This course, along with the other 4th Class courses, will prepare the student to write the ABSA/SOPEEC Interprovincial examinations. The second book will cover the environment, materials/piping/welding, basic electricity, plant instrumentation and controls, boilers and boiler systems. Plant tours may also be included in this course.

This course, along with the other 4th Class courses, will prepare the student to write the ABSA/SOPEEC Interprovincial examinations. The first part of 4B will cover lubrication, boiler safety devices, boiler operations, plant maintenance and water treatment.

This course, along with the other 4th Class courses, will prepare the student to write the ABSA/SOPEEC Interprovincial examinations. The second book in Part B will cover pumps and compressors, prime movers, engines, heating, cooling and building systems including vapor refrigeration and air conditioning systems, and types of plants.

This course uses the study of various intellectual, cultural, and historical manifestations to provide students with a window into the French world.

Through the study of business topics and vocabulary, as well as work practices, language and technical skills, this course introduces French in various professional business contexts, such as banking, marketing, finance, human resources, and professional correspondences. Students will acquire valuable terminology and expressions, and learn practical French business procedures including answering emails, writing business letters, and creating advertisements. More specifically, they will learn to communicate effectively in French in a variety of business situations while enhancing their competence in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

This course assumes little or no previous instruction in French. It introduces the beginner to basic vocabulary and grammatical structures and terminology. The laboratory facilitates the development of aural/oral skills through activities such as drills, directed conversations, songs, etc.

This course provides an introduction to the main features of Modern Standard French phonetics through contrastive study of vowels, semi-vowels and consonants in French and English. Students will familiarize themselves with the various sounds and patterns of French and be able to explain the mechanisms involved in the articulation of the French sound system. They will use the International Phonetics Alphabet (IPA) to transcribe oral phrases and texts into phonetics symbols and learn to correct and improve their pronunciation of French.

In this course, students are introduced to the accommodations industry within Canada. Theoretical and practical operations of the rooms division within hotels are explored with a focus on the flow of business from reservations to check-out. Hotel organizational structure, guest relations, security and emergency response, housekeeping, night audit, revenue and yield management are all explored in the course.

An overview of the diversity and biology of organisms traditionally included in the Plant Kingdom (algae, fungi, lichens, mosses, ferns, gymnosperms and flowering plants). Emphasis throughout the course is on the relationship between structural and functional innovations in plants and how these have influenced their reproduction and evolution in various ecosystems. Symbioses and co-evolutionary relationships between or among different kinds of plants, and with other groups of organisms, are also considered.

This course will focus on the structure and physiology of free-living and pathogenic bacteria. The diversity of their metabolic activiites, the interaction of microbes with their environment, symbiotic relationships and cell-to-cell communication are major topics. Lectures and laboratory exercises are coordinated to explore topics in basic microbiology, environmental microbiology, molecular microbiology, and the production of economically or medically important products through microbial biotechnology.

This course focuses on the application of basic anatomy, physiology, and movement mechanics for health and fitness related group exercise. Focus will be on practice and demonstration of the concepts of leading group fitness classes with respect to music, movement, cueing, and current trends. Students will be prepared for Fitness Alberta Practical Exams to become certified to instruct group fitness classes in the designated areas covered.

This course is designed to help students understand children’s behaviour and what it means to use a positive guidance approach in supporting children’s social, emotional, and moral development. Environmental and developmental factors which influence behaviour are examined, as are the principles of the guidance approach and ways in which these principles can be applied in early learning and child care settings.

This course builds on CD1370 (Guiding Children's Behaviour I) and provides an in depth exploration of factors that influence children's behaviour, as well as guidance strategies practitioners can use to build children's social competence. Emphasis is placed on the importance of the adult-child relationship as the foundation for children's social, emotional and moral development. This course also offers strategies for coping with challenging behaviours, such as bullying and for working collaboratively with parents to resolve behavioural issues.

The student will be required to complete the industry standard HDU Online modules. This includes PHD and PACE modules on varying aspects of Harley-Davidson® motorcycle repair (i.e. chassis, electrical, etc.). Students will be evaluated at the completion of each self-study module consisting of video and written material.

HD260 provides students current, hands-on technical training. The course consists of three, 4-week modules which cover the following areas: Module 1 - Chassis Module 2 - Electrical Module 3 - Powertrain Week 1 is general information, basic measurement, safety, tools, etc.

This course is the theory component for all elements provided in HD260.

During this course, you will focus on the role and responsibilities of a health care aide working in a variety of employment settings. The focus of this course is to share information that will result in safe, ethical, and respectful care based on the needs of the client. Care that meets these standards is known as person-centred care. To meet the goal of person-centred care, the health care aide must be familiar with the provincial legislation that guides safe, ethical, and personalized care. In addition, knowledge of how to work as part of the health-care team is essential, as is the ability to follow your employer’s policy and procedures and your job description. The HCA is responsible for identifying, managing, and preventing potential environmental hazards in facilities and community-based settings and focusing on the client’s safety as well as your own safety in different settings.

This course explores the impact of life challenges on health and development, with a strengths-based focus and understanding of Goals of Care.