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Office of the Registrar
NorQuest College
10215 108 Street NW
Edmonton, AB T5J 1L6
Phone: 780.644.6000 or 1.866.534.7218
Email: info@norquest.ca
Come to class online through eCampusAlberta! NorQuest College is proud to be part of this exciting learning initiative. eCampusAlberta gives students access to a wide range of courses and programs from colleges, technical institutes, and universities throughout the province.
When you register with NorQuest for an eCampusAlberta course, you will have access to the College's excellent student support services, including the Learner Centre and the library.
Learning with eCampusAlberta
- Full-time or part-time delivery options
- Learning material delivered online
- 10- to 16-week terms
- Maximum student flexibility
Visit the eCampusAlberta website for dates, tuitions and fees, and to view additional courses offered during 2012/2013.
NorQuest College eCampus courses
NorQuest offers a wide variety of real-time and flexible (anytime) courses through eCampusAlberta. The courses listed below (subject to availability) are available for online registration.
Real-Time Courses
Our Real-Time online courses allow students to participate in a class-like setting. Using Blackboard Collaborate on the Internet, or via video conferencing instructors and students meet online at a specific time during the day or evening. During the week day, an online tutorial service is also available from 8 AM to 4:30 PM.
The following Real-Time courses may be available during the day or evening and run online in the fall (September to December), winter (January to April), and spring (May to August) terms.
NorQuest high school equivalency courses are denoted by (E). All other courses are Alberta Education curriculum.
Aboriginal Studies Courses
| Course Code | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| SSN2154 | Aboriginal Studies 20 Study Aboriginal people from a Canadian and Alberta perspective. Expand your knowledge of policies, legislation, conflict, and cultural change. The four themes covered are “The Métis: Conflict and Cultural Change,” “Treaties and Cultural Change,” “Legislation, Policies, and Cultural Change,” and “Schooling and Cultural Change.” The course will follow the Alberta Education program of studies.
| 5 |
| SSN3154 | Aboriginal Studies 30 Study contemporary Native history and the ways in which Native society takes part in and is influenced by contemporary Canadian and world politics and commerce. Explore the development of pre-contact First Nation societies and Native self-government. Learn about world colonization and its effects on the world's Indigenous peoples.
| 5 |
English Courses
| Course Code | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| ELA3104 | English Language Arts 30-2 Write paragraphs, essays, business letters, and speeches. Study a novel, short stories, poetry, drama, and a feature film. Evaluate TV news, advertisements, and cartoons. Represent your ideas visually or through class presentations. Learn the skills needed to pass the provincial diploma examination.
| 5 |
| ENGL3301 | English 030-1 Build on the knowledge you gained in English 10-1 and English 20-1 by studying short stories, non-fiction, poetry, drama, a novel, film, and media. Write essays analyzing the universal themes used in literature. Represent ideas visually or through class presentations.
| 5 |
| ENGL3302 | English 030-2 Write paragraphs, essays, business letters, and speeches. Study a novel, short stories, poetry, drama, media, and a feature film. Present your ideas visually. Make class presentations.
| 5 |
Mathematics Courses
| Course Code | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| MAT1791 | Mathematics 10-C Mathematics 10-C is the introductory course for high school mathematics. Topics include measurement, trigonometry, polynomial factoring, exponents, and relations and functions. This course prepares students to enter the -1 and -2 sequences of high school mathematics.
| 5 |
| MAT2791 | Mathematics 20-1 The Math -1 route is designed to prepare students for post-secondary programs that require advanced math skills or calculus. Topics include sequences and series, trigonometry, quadratics, rational expressions, radical expressions, absolute value and reciprocal functions, systems of equations, and inequalities.
| 5 |
| MAT2792 | Mathematics 20-2 The Math -2 route is designed to prepare students for diverse post-secondary programs in health, arts, business, and technologies. Topics include inductive and deductive reasoning, properties of angles and triangles, trigonometry, radicals, quadratic functions, quadratic equations, and proportional reasoning.
| 5 |
| MAT3037 | Pure Mathematics 30 Prepare for post-secondary programs that require calculus. Study transformations, trigonometry, exponents and logarithms, geometric sequences and series, conics, permutations and combinations, and statistics. Prepare to write the provincial diploma exam.
| 5 |
| MAT3038 | Applied Mathematics 30 Prepare for post-secondary programs that do not require calculus. Study probability, statistics, matrices, pathways, vectors, fractals, finance, and spreadsheets. Prepare to write the provincial diploma exam.
| 5 |
| MAT3211 | Mathematics 31 Study calculus and prepare for engineering or science-related programs at university or technical institutes. Work with functions, secants, tangents, derivatives, limits, curve sketching, anti-derivatives, areas, and integrals.
| 5 |
| MAT3791 | Math 30-1 The Math -1 route is designed to prepare students for post-secondary programs that require advanced math skills or calculus. Topics include trigonometry, transformations, exponential, logarithmic, polynomial, radical functions and equations along with permutations, combinations and the binomial theorem.
| 5 |
| MAT3792 | Math 30-2 The Mathematics -2 route is designed to prepare students for diverse post-secondary programs in health, arts, business, and technologies. Topics include logical reasoning, probability, and fundamental counting principle and rational, trigonometric, polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic functions and equations.
| 5 |
| MATA3300 | Applied Math 030 Prepare for post-secondary programs that do not require calculus. Study probability, statistics, matrices, pathways, vectors, fractals, finance, and spreadsheets.
| 5 |
| MATH1905 | High School Prep Math Study the basic algebraic skills required for high school mathematics courses. Topics include number systems, rational numbers, algebraic expressions, patterns and equations, problem solving, exponential laws, measurement, shape and space, graphing, and geometry.
| 5 |
| MATH3301 | Math 030-1 The Mathematics -1 route is designed to prepare students for post-secondary programs that require advanced math skills or calculus. Topics include trigonometry, transformations, and exponential, logarithmic, polynomial, and radical functions and equations, along with permutations, combinations, and the binomial theorem.
| 5 |
| MATH3302 | Math 030-2 The Mathematics -2 route is designed to prepare students for diverse post-secondary programs in health, arts, business, and technologies. Topics include logical reasoning, probability, fundamental counting principle, and rational, trigonometric, polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic functions and equations.
| 5 |
| MATP3300 | Pure Math 030 Prepare for post-secondary programs that require calculus. Study transformations, trigonometry, exponents and logarithms, geometric sequences and series, conics, permutations and combinations, and statistics.
| 5 |
Social Studies Courses
| Course Code | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| SOST3301 | Social Studies 030-1 Examine theories of politics and economics in democracy, socialism, capitalism, and fascism. Study European history since 1919 and the influence of Europe on the rest of the world. Research current affairs.
| 5 |
| SOST3302 | Social Studies 030-2 Write essays providing specific examples that support generalizations and explain issues. Use news magazines to access information about current affairs.
| 5 |
| SST1771 | Social Studies 10-1 Explore multiple perspectives on the origins of globalization and its impact. Gain the necessary skills to progress to Social Studies 20-1.
| 5 |
| SST1772 | Social Studies 10-2 Explore historical aspects of globalization as well as the effects of globalization on lands, cultures, human rights, and quality of life. Gain the necessary skills to progress to Social Studies 20-2.
| 5 |
| SST2771 | Social Studies 20-1 Explore multiple perspectives on the origins and influence of nationalism on regional, international, and global relations. Gain the necessary skills to progress to Social Studies 30-1
| 5 |
| SST2772 | Social Studies 20-2 Explore multiple perspectives on the origins and influence of nationalism on regional, international, and global relations. Gain the necessary skills to progress to Social Studies 30-2.
| 5 |
| SST3771 | Social Studies 30-1 Examine theories of politics and economics in democracy, socialism, capitalism, and fascism. Study European history since 1919 and the influence of Europe on the rest of the world. Research current affairs. Prepare to write the provincial diploma examination.
| 5 |
| SST3772 | Social Studies 30-2 Write essays providing specific examples that support generalizations and explain issues. Use news magazines to access information about current affairs. Prepare to write the provincial diploma examination.
| 5 |
Science Courses
| Course Code | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| ANPH1001 | Anatomy and Physiology I Study the organization of the human body and the structures and functions of the body systems that provide support and movement, coordination, and regulation. Learn how body systems work together to maintain homeostasis. Terminology used by health professionals will be introduced. In the Practical Nurse program a final mark of C- is required to progress to PATH 1000.
| 3 |
| ANPH1002 | Anatomy and Physiology II Study the organization of the human body and the structures and functions of the body systems that provide transport and protection; absorption, diffusion, and excretion; and reproduction. Learn how body systems work together to maintain homeostasis. Terminology used by health professionals, and theory and principles related to microbiology will be introduced.
Transfer: AU
| 3 |
| BIOL3300 | Biology 030 Study cell division, molecular biology, genetics, population dynamics, reproduction and development, and the nervous and endocrine systems. Examine the effects of technology on humans.
| 5 |
| CHEM3300 | Chemistry 030 Study thermochemical changes, electrochemical changes, organic chemistry, acids, bases, and equilibrium
| 5 |
| PHYS3300 | Physics 030 Master concepts related to momentum and impulse, electromagnetic radiation, and forces.
| 5 |
| SCN2231 | Biology 20 Master the key themes in biology: energy and matter, exchange in the biosphere, ecosystems and population change, photosynthesis, cellular respiration, and human systems.
| 5 |
| SCN2796 | Chemistry 20 Master the major concepts of chemistry: chemical bonding, gases, solutions, acids and bases, and quantitative relationships in chemical change.
| 5 |
| SCN2797 | Physics 20 Learn concepts related to kinematics, dynamics, periodic motion, and conservation of energy.
| 5 |
| SCN3796 | Chemistry 30 Study thermochemical changes, electrochemical changes, organic chemistry, acids, bases, and equilibrium. Prepare to write the provincial diploma exam.
| 5 |
| SCN3797 | Physics 30 Master concepts related to momentum and impulse, electromagnetic radiation, forces, and atomic physics. Prepare to write the provincial diploma exam.
| 5 |
NorQuest high school equivalency courses are denoted by (E). All other courses are Alberta Education curriculum.
Flexible (Anytime) Courses
Our flexible online courses allow students to learn at the time of day that works best for them. Students work through online course materials and activities on their own schedule. Check the eCampus Alberta website for availability and registration deadlines.
NorQuest high school equivalency courses are denoted by (E). All other courses are Alberta Education curriculum.
English Courses
| Course Code | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| ELA3104 | English Language Arts 30-2 Write paragraphs, essays, business letters, and speeches. Study a novel, short stories, poetry, drama, and a feature film. Evaluate TV news, advertisements, and cartoons. Represent your ideas visually or through class presentations. Learn the skills needed to pass the provincial diploma examination.
| 5 |
| ELA3105 | English Language Arts 30-1 Build on the knowledge you gained in English 10-1 and English 20-1 by studying short stories, non-fiction, poetry, drama, a novel, film, and media. Write essays analyzing the universal themes expressed in literature. Represent ideas visually or through class presentations. Fine-tune the skills you need to write the provincial diploma exam.
| 5 |
| ENGL3301 | English 030-1 Build on the knowledge you gained in English 10-1 and English 20-1 by studying short stories, non-fiction, poetry, drama, a novel, film, and media. Write essays analyzing the universal themes used in literature. Represent ideas visually or through class presentations.
| 5 |
| ENGL3302 | English 030-2 Write paragraphs, essays, business letters, and speeches. Study a novel, short stories, poetry, drama, media, and a feature film. Present your ideas visually. Make class presentations.
| 5 |
GED Preparation Courses
| Course Code | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| GEDP1000 | GED Prep Brush up on writing, literature, science, social studies, and math. You will receive instruction in basic math and geometry, essay writing, and grammar and reading.
| 3 |
Mathematics Courses
| Course Code | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| MAT1791 | Mathematics 10-C Mathematics 10-C is the introductory course for high school mathematics. Topics include measurement, trigonometry, polynomial factoring, exponents, and relations and functions. This course prepares students to enter the -1 and -2 sequences of high school mathematics.
| 5 |
| MAT2791 | Mathematics 20-1 The Math -1 route is designed to prepare students for post-secondary programs that require advanced math skills or calculus. Topics include sequences and series, trigonometry, quadratics, rational expressions, radical expressions, absolute value and reciprocal functions, systems of equations, and inequalities.
| 5 |
| MAT2792 | Mathematics 20-2 The Math -2 route is designed to prepare students for diverse post-secondary programs in health, arts, business, and technologies. Topics include inductive and deductive reasoning, properties of angles and triangles, trigonometry, radicals, quadratic functions, quadratic equations, and proportional reasoning.
| 5 |
| MAT3037 | Pure Mathematics 30 Prepare for post-secondary programs that require calculus. Study transformations, trigonometry, exponents and logarithms, geometric sequences and series, conics, permutations and combinations, and statistics. Prepare to write the provincial diploma exam.
| 5 |
| MAT3211 | Mathematics 31 Study calculus and prepare for engineering or science-related programs at university or technical institutes. Work with functions, secants, tangents, derivatives, limits, curve sketching, anti-derivatives, areas, and integrals.
| 5 |
| MAT3791 | Math 30-1 The Math -1 route is designed to prepare students for post-secondary programs that require advanced math skills or calculus. Topics include trigonometry, transformations, exponential, logarithmic, polynomial, radical functions and equations along with permutations, combinations and the binomial theorem.
| 5 |
| MAT3792 | Math 30-2 The Mathematics -2 route is designed to prepare students for diverse post-secondary programs in health, arts, business, and technologies. Topics include logical reasoning, probability, and fundamental counting principle and rational, trigonometric, polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic functions and equations.
| 5 |
| MATH1007 | Prep for Practical Nurse Math This online math course is designed for learners planning to enter the Practical Nurse program. The course focuses on the math skills students need to be successful in the PN program and the health-care workplace.
| 4 |
| MATH1903 | Essential Math Become familiar with basic math skills. Review operations with whole numbers. Study basic fractions, decimals, word problems, and math vocabulary.
| 5 |
| MATH1904 | Pre-Algebra Study the math skills required for algebra-based courses. Topics include integers, signed decimals, signed fractions, ratios, proportions, percent, and measurement. Prepare for the Apprenticeship Prep program or the High School Prep Math course.
| 5 |
| MATH3301 | Math 030-1 The Mathematics -1 route is designed to prepare students for post-secondary programs that require advanced math skills or calculus. Topics include trigonometry, transformations, and exponential, logarithmic, polynomial, and radical functions and equations, along with permutations, combinations, and the binomial theorem.
| 5 |
| MATH3302 | Math 030-2 The Mathematics -2 route is designed to prepare students for diverse post-secondary programs in health, arts, business, and technologies. Topics include logical reasoning, probability, fundamental counting principle, and rational, trigonometric, polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic functions and equations.
| 5 |
| MATP3300 | Pure Math 030 Prepare for post-secondary programs that require calculus. Study transformations, trigonometry, exponents and logarithms, geometric sequences and series, conics, permutations and combinations, and statistics.
| 5 |
Science Courses
| Course Code | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL3300 | Biology 030 Study cell division, molecular biology, genetics, population dynamics, reproduction and development, and the nervous and endocrine systems. Examine the effects of technology on humans.
| 5 |
| CHEM3300 | Chemistry 030 Study thermochemical changes, electrochemical changes, organic chemistry, acids, bases, and equilibrium
| 5 |
| PHYS3300 | Physics 030 Master concepts related to momentum and impulse, electromagnetic radiation, and forces.
| 5 |
| SCN3230 | Biology 30 Study cell division, molecular biology, genetics, population and community dynamics, reproduction and development, and the nervous and endocrine systems. Examine the effects of technology on humans. Prepare to write the provincial diploma exam.
| 5 |
| SCN3796 | Chemistry 30 Study thermochemical changes, electrochemical changes, organic chemistry, acids, bases, and equilibrium. Prepare to write the provincial diploma exam.
| 5 |
| SCN3797 | Physics 30 Master concepts related to momentum and impulse, electromagnetic radiation, forces, and atomic physics. Prepare to write the provincial diploma exam.
| 5 |
Prep for College Courses
| Course Code | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL9089 | English 089 Prepare to write college-level assignments by reviewing and practising paragraph and essay development. Practise writing effective compositions. Improve your understanding of sentence construction, punctuation, and basic mechanics.
Prerequisite: Placement test or a permission letter from MacEwan College
| 3 |
| MATH089 | Math 089 Acquire the mathematical skills you need for college-level math courses. Study simple algebra and equations, measurement, and percents. This course reviews whole numbers, fractions, decimals, ratio, percent, and proportions. Study measurement and simple algebra and equations.
Pre-requisite: Placement test or a letter from MacEwan College
| 2 |
| READ9089 | Reading 089 Increase your reading skills by practising skimming and scanning strategies, increasing your speed and comprehension, and developing effective inference and generalization techniques.
Prerequisite: Placement test or a letter from MacEwan College
| 3 |
Upgrading Non-Credit Prep Courses
| Course Code | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| XUPG1020 | Biology 30 Prep - Fast Track
| 0 |
| XUPG1021 | Chemistry 30 Prep - Fast Track
| 0 |
| XUPG1022 | English 30-1 Prep - Fast Track
| 0 |
| XUPG1023 | Pure Math 30 Prep - Fast Track
| 0 |
| XUPG1024 | Physics 30 Prep - Fast Track
| 0 |