Dual Credit Courses and Descriptions: Winter 2025

Course Description: In this course students learn how to apply design principles in a digital environment. Students will be introduced to the basic use of the Macintosh Computer and graphic design related software such as Adobe Photoshop, Quark XPress/InDesign, and Adobe Illustrator. With the knowledge and skills gained in this course, students will be able to prepare photographic images for printing, design logos using vector graphics, and design layouts containing images and type. If students choose a full-time pathway to Arts and Design Foundation, students will get an overview of art and design theory, introduction to practical studio skills in project -oriented courses in design, drawing, materials, colour theory, digital design and photography. This is a great program for those who wish to strengthen their portfolio or simply wish for a better understanding of the importance of design. 

Please note: This course uses a lecture and applied delivery method. 

This course is a PATHWAY to the following full-time program: Art and Design Foundation Program (G108) 

Course Description: In this course, students will be introduced to the fundamentals of the production elements of the fashion and sewn product industry. The students will experience development of concept, drafting, cutting and sewing a simple product. They will exercise quality evaluation of their work through a series of hands- on exercises. In the full-time program students will gain a deep understanding of textiles, manufacturing inputs and processes, and movement in the supply chain, management of the value, costing and quality of apparel. You will also be able to apply the tools of marketing and merchandising to maximize product success in the market. 

This course is a PATHWAY to the following full-time program(s):  
Fashion Management Program (F102)
Fashion Business Industry Program (F112)

Course Description: This course provides a detailed overview of the C# language, its syntax, and its implementation of object-oriented concepts. It also introduces the .NET Framework, which is a Microsoft platform for building all types of applications from high-performance Web sites to rich Windows clients. Students will learn how to use .NET to build simple Console applications, create custom classes, work with arrays, and apply basic programming structures such as decision making and repetition. Students will also learn the basics of inheritance and polymorphism. 

Please note: This course uses a lecture and applied delivery method.

This course can lead to PATHWAYS to the following full-time program: Computer Programming and Analysis Program (T177)

Course Description: This course is for adult students aged 21 years and over. Human relations refer to the ability to interact effectively with diverse others in a variety of situations. It can be more accurately thought of as an art which involves knowing what skills to use with different people and in different situations. This course examines theories of social and interpersonal psychology as they apply to personal and professional relations. Some of these theories includes theories about the concept of self and personality, theories examining the effects of social factors on human relations as well as theories about effective communication skills and conflict resolutions skills. Learning to apply these concepts can help you to gain self-awareness and improve your ability to communicate in meaningful ways. 

Please note: this course uses a lecture delivery method. 

Course Description: This introductory course in film studies looks at technical aspects of filmmaking, historical development in film innovation, and interpretive models of film analysis.  The course is divided into two parts: the first part deals with such micro-level filmic elements as the use of the camera, lighting, editing and related technical aspects that comprise film structure.  The second part of the course focuses on macro-level filmic elements such as modes of screen reality, the influence of Hollywood and film theories from which means may be derived. 

Please note: this course uses a lecture delivery method. 

Course Description: This course is designed to help students understand the role of Psychology – research and practice – in the law-enforcement and legal settings. Theories, research findings, professional practices, and real-life cases will be discussed and analyzed throughout the course.

Please note: this course uses a lecture delivery method. 

Course Description: Human relations refer to the ability to interact effectively with diverse others in a variety of situations. It can be more accurately thought of as an art which involves knowing what skills to use with different people and in different situations. This course examines theories of social and interpersonal psychology as they apply to personal and professional relations. Some of these theories includes theories about the concept of self and personality, theories examining the effects of social factors on human relations as well as theories about effective communication skills and conflict resolutions skills. Learning to apply these concepts can help you to gain self-awareness and improve your ability to communicate in meaningful ways. 

Please note: this course uses a lecture delivery method. 

Course Description: This course will introduce students to the Event Management process along with various event related elements. Through a variety of group and individual activities and assessments, students will have the opportunity to apply their learning and create an event plan.

Course Description: This course examines the principles and components of occupational health and safety regulation in the construction industry. Topics will include: basics of supervising, fall protection, confined space, trenching, asbestos, traffic control and PPE. Records of Training will be provided to successful candidates.  

Please note: this course uses a lecture delivery method.  

This course is a PATHWAY to the following full-time program:  
Construction Engineering Technician Program (T161)
Building Renovation Technology (T148)
Construction Engineering Technology (T105)

Course Description: This course examines the principles and components of occupational health and safety regulation in the construction industry. Topics will include: basics of supervising, fall protection, confined space, trenching, asbestos, traffic control and PPE. Records of Training will be provided to successful candidates.  

Please note: this course uses a lecture delivery method.  

This course is a PATHWAY to the following full-time program:  
Construction Engineering Technician Program (T161)
Building Renovation Technology (T148)
Construction Engineering Technology (T105)

Course Description: This course examines the principles and components of occupational health and safety regulation in the construction industry. Topics will include: basics of supervising, fall protection, confined space, trenching, asbestos, traffic control and PPE. Records of Training will be provided to successful candidates.

Please note: this course uses a lecture delivery method.  

This course is a PATHWAY to the following full-time program(s):
Construction Engineering Technician Program (T161)
Building Renovation Technology (T148)
Construction Engineering Technology (T105)

Course Description: This course introduces the student to precision machining principles and metal – cutting fundamentals in a conventional machine shop environment. Skills that students will be able to learn are proper selection and use of micrometers, engineering rulers, height gage, and verniers to inspect mechanical components. They will also learn how to read and interpret engineering drawings; will be able to develop process plans for manufacturing components of a pneumatic engine model, ad learn how to select and use metal – cutting machines such as vertical mills, lathes, drill press, band saw, and pedestal grinders.

This course is a PATHWAY to the following full-time program(s):
Mechanical Engineering Technology- Design Program (T121)
Electromechanical Engineering Technician Program (T146)
Electromechanical Engineering Technology- building Automation Program (T171)
Mechanical Technician- CNC and Precision Machining (T173)

Course Description: Students will demonstrate the ability to set up and troubleshoot Oxyfuel welding and cutting apparatus, and the Plasma Arc cutting apparatus, as per industry standards and procedures. Students will also demonstrate knowledge of the Bronze Welding process and the welding of dissimilar metals as per industry standards, procedures and codes. In addition, the class will examine the influence of temperature changes on the subatomic structure of carbon caused by thermal cutting and electricity.

This course is a PATHWAY to the following full-time program(s):
Welding Techniques (T166)

Course Description: Students will demonstrate the ability to set up and troubleshoot Oxyfuel welding and cutting apparatus, and the Plasma Arc cutting apparatus, as per industry standards and procedures. Students will also demonstrate knowledge of the Bronze Welding process and the welding of dissimilar metals as per industry standards, procedures and codes. In addition, the class will examine the influence of temperature changes on the subatomic structure of carbon caused by thermal cutting and electricity.

This course is a PATHWAY to the following full-time program(s):
Welding Techniques (T166)