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.

This course covers financial statement preparation and analysis from a personal perspective, and the cash and debt management that flows from these statements. The course explores the structure of personal taxation including the calculations of income deductions and credits. This course also reviews the time value of money and economic concepts applicable to the principal subject areas of financial planning.

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 covers the gas metal arc welding (GMAW), flux core arc welding (FCAW), metal-cored arc welding (MCAW), and submerged arc welding (SAW) theory components of Alberta Apprenticeship Welder Training, 1st Period. Topics include: power source feeders, filler metals, shielding gas, troubleshooting and maintenance.

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.

Introduction to the nursing process and development of assessment skills. Incorporates the use of clinical technologies necessary to conduct a thorough health assessment. Focus is on individuals across the lifespan.

The course builds upon the personal leadership foundations of NS2005. It explores the organization of healthcare systems, concepts of healthcare management and care delivery models. The course provides an overview of healthcare policy and the roles of the nurse in influencing health policy, and facilitating change within healthcare systems.

This is an introduction to the field of health psychology and will examine psychological factors that influence physical health and illness. Topics that will be explored are stress management, mind-body issues, health promotion and health compromising behaviours, coping with critical and chronic illness, psychoimmunology, and social factors in health and illness.

This course provides the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to provide for the basic health, safety and nutritional needs of young children. Requirements for healthy and safe early childhood environments will be identified. The nutritional needs of young children will be established and appropriate menu planning strategies explored. Developmentally appropriate practices and experiences for establishing healthful attitudes in young children are also included.

Health, safety, and wellness is a dynamic ever changing field in the workplace. This course will examine occupational health and safety programs in the workplace and an understanding of health and safety issues and applicable legislation. Topics include hazard awareness, psychosocial aspects, workplace violence and harassment, training, incident management, and workplace wellness.

This theory course covers the identification and fundamental operation for parts and components relating to heavy equipment including trucks, off highway, agricultural, forestry, and oil and gas applications. There is also a section on the proper operation and management of tool cribs.