The following section is a complete alphabetical listing of courses (by course code) for all NorQuest College programs.
NorQuest College maintains transfer agreements with the institutions listed in the Transfer Legend. Course transfer agreements in effect as of March 1, 2010 are indicated within the listing by the word “Transfer” and the appropriate abbreviated institution name. For the most up-to-date listings, please refer to the Alberta Transfer Guide, www.transferalberta.ca.
Index
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SAFE 1000
Safety and Emergency Planning
4 credits (60:0:0 hours)
Learn how to plan a safe environment for children. Learn about government and licensing regulations, planning for health and safety in the day home, preparing emergency plans, performing risk assessments, developing safety rules, and completing accident and incident report forms.
SCAE 1000
Assisting with Specific Care
Activities
3 credits (22.5:22.5:0 hours)
Acquire a basic knowledge of the specific care procedures that you may be asked to assist with in a variety of settings. Learn about your role in carrying out assigned tasks.
SCN
1270
Science 10
5 credits (125:0:0 hours)
Develop the attitudes, skills, and knowledge common to all sciences. Learn the key concepts of energy, matter, and change within the contexts of biology, chemistry, and physics.
SCN 2231
Biology 20
5 credits (125:0:0 hours)
Master the key themes in biology: energy and matter, exchange in the biosphere, ecosystems and population change, photosynthesis, cellular respiration, and human systems.
SCN
2796
Chemistry 20
5 credits (125:0:0 hours)
Master the major concepts of chemistry: chemical bonding, gases, solutions, acids and bases, and quantitative relationships in chemical change.
SCN
2797
Physics 20
5 credits (125:0:0 hours)
Learn concepts related to kinematics, dynamics, periodic motion, and conservation of energy.
SCN
3230
Biology 30
5 credits (125:0:0 hours)
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.
Prerequisite: SCN 2231, or SCNC 1202, or consent of the science coordinator
Coordinator
SCN 3796
Chemistry 30
5 credits (125:0:0 hours)
Study thermochemical changes, electrochemical changes, organic chemistry, acids, bases, and equilibrium. Prepare to write the provincial diploma exam.
SCN 3797
Physics 30
5 credits (125:0:0 hours)
Master concepts related to momentum and impulse, electromagnetic radiation, forces, and atomic physics. Prepare to write the provincial diploma exam.
SCNC 1000
Apprenticeship Prep Science
8 credits (120:0:0 hours)
Develop the science skills you need to write the Trades Entrance Exam for apprenticeship. You will receive 100 hours of lab time.
SCNC 1001
Apprenticeship Prep Science Lab
6 credits (0:90:0 hours)
Apply scientific theory in a science laboratory.
SCNC 1010
Science 010
5 credits (125:0:0 hours)
Develop the attitude, skills, and knowledge common to all sciences. Learn the key concepts of energy, matter, and change within the contexts of biology, chemistry, and physics.
Co-requisites: Grade 10 Mathematics, Grade 10 English
SCNC
1200
Chemistry 30 Prep
5 credits (125:0:0 hours)
Master the major chemistry concepts taught in Science 10 and Chemistry 20.
SCNC
1201
Physics 30 Prep
5 credits (125:0:0 hours)
Master the major physics concepts taught in Science 10 and Physics 20.
SCNC
1202
Biology 30 Prep
5 credits (125:0:0 hours)
Master the major biology concepts taught in Science 10 and Biology 20.
SCNC 1700
Basic Science
5 credits (125:0:0 hours)
Develop scientific literacy. Acquire knowledge related to chemistry, the human body, technology, and the environment. Study the impact of science and technology on humans.
SCNC 1800
Academic Science
5 credits (125:0:0 hours)
Strengthen core areas of expertise in science. Develop problem-solving and decision-making skills. Prepare for key concepts in biology, chemistry, and physics.
SCSF 1000
Assisting with Specific Care
Situations
3 credits (39:6:0 hours)
Using a customer service approach, gain a basic knowledge of the challenges you will encounter and the care strategies you can use to support clients who need assistance with altered behaviours, dementia, palliative care, child care, and home care.
SKIL 1000
Consumer and Applied Mathematics I
2 credits (30:0:0 hours)
Develop essential numeracy skills including basic operations and then learn how these skills are applied in work situations. There is an emphasis on consumer math skills and how these skills relate to positive life skills. Perform whole number and percentage calculations to make calculations using SI/metric measures and to verify the accuracy of various financial documents.
SKIL 1005
Interpersonal and Intercultural Skills
2 credits (30:0:0 hours)
Learn to recognize the importance of selecting and utilizing coping strategies for communicating positively. Learn how to troubleshoot issues that interfere with employment. This course has the goal of preparing you to communicate effectively at work.
SKIL 1010
Job Safety Skills
1 credit (15:0:0 hours)
This course is designed to provide the basic knowledge and skill training that employees need to avoid injury at work. Topics include back safety, fire prevention, and fire safety. There will be an opportunity to discuss hazard assessment and the application of ergonomic principles.
SKIL 1015
Employment Preparation I
2 credits (30:0:0 hours)
Complete an employability assessment, begin the career-planning process, and develop an employment action plan. Update your resume and practise your job interview skills. Learn about the expectations of employers and the responsibilities of employees. Develop the skills you need to help maintain employment. You will have the opportunity to earn WHMIS and first aid certificates, as well as special certification appropriate for your career goal.
SKIL 1020
Computer Literacy
1 credit (0:15:0 hours)
This course will help you attain an introductory level of computer knowledge. Topics include file management, introduction to MS Office Suite, email, using the Internet as a career-research and job-search tool. You will have the opportunity to create job-search documents.
SKIL 1025
Job Skills
6 credits (0:90:0 hours)
Complete a set of normed, hands-on activities that are designed to improve essential job skills in one of nine industry sectors. Learn important telephone skills and complete projects related to job skills. Develop essential reading, writing, and document-use skills.
SKIL 1030
Work Experience I - S4E
7 credits (0:0:320 hours)
Develop your employment skills by learning marketable skills and exploring networking opportunities. Gain experience using current equipment and practices, and learn to use job-related vocabulary.
SKIL 1035
Work Experience II - S4E
7 credits (0:0:320 hours)
Consolidate your employment skills and/or revisit the career-planning process. Continue to gain valuable work experience and skills with job-related equipment, practices, and vocabulary.
SKIL 1101
Functional Literacy 1
4 credits (88:0:0 hours)
Demonstrate basic mastery in reading signs, symbols, illustrations, diagrams, and labels, using documents such as charts and forms, and using computers for basic keyboarding, computer-assisted learning, and exploration of interactive websites. Improve your expressive communication skills while working with others.
SKIL 1102
Functional Literacy 1B
4 credits (88:0:0 hours)
Demonstrate basic mastery in reading signs, symbols, illustrations, diagrams, and labels, using documents such as charts and forms and using computers for basic keyboarding, computer-assisted learning, and exploration of interactive websites. Improve your expressive communication skills while working with others.
SKIL 1201
Functional Literacy 2
4 credits (88:0:0 hours)
Demonstrate a high level of mastery in reading signs, symbols, illustrations, diagrams, and labels, using documents such as charts and forms, and using computers for basic keyboarding, computer-assisted learning, and exploration of interactive websites. Improve your expressive communication skills while working with others.
SKIL 1202
Functional Literacy 2B
4 credits (88:0:0 hours)
Demonstrate a high level of mastery in reading signs, symbols, illustrations, diagrams, and labels, using documents such as charts and forms, and using computers for basic keyboarding, computer-assisted learning, and exploration of interactive websites. Improve your expressive communication skills while working with others.
SKIL 1301
Skill Development 3
4 credits (88:0:0 hours)
Improve your oral and written communication skills for work, school, and home. Take part in an introduction to computer use.
SKIL 1302
Skill Development 3B
4 credits (88:0:0 hours)
Improve your oral and written communication skills for work, school, and home. Take part in an introduction to computer use.
SKIL 1401
Success Skills 4
4 credits (88:0:0 hours)
Improve your oral and written communication skills for work, school, and home. Learn to use Microsoft Word and email.
SKIL 1402
Success Skills 4B
4 credits (88:0:0 hours)
Improve your oral and written communication skills for work, school, and home. Learn to use Microsoft Word and email.
SKIL 1501
Success Skills 5
4 credits (88:0:0 hours)
Improve your language development through project work, technology, and extension activities.
SKIL 1502
Success Skills 5B
4 credits (88:0:0 hours)
Improve your language development through project work, technology, and extension activities.
SKIL 1601
Academic Skills 6
4 credits (88:0:0 hours)
Improve your language development through projects, presentations, and discussions. Gain confidence in technology through the use of Microsoft Office applications and Internet research.
SKIL 1602
Introduction to Social Studies
4 credits (88:0:0 hours)
Increase your knowledge of Alberta's history. Understand Canada's geography and the authority of decision making. Participate in a global perspective of shared values and traditions. Gain insight and knowledge that invites critical, creative, and historical thinking.
SMED 2000
Safe Medication Practices
3 credits (45:0:0 hours)
Learn about accepted safe practices in a health-care environment to reduce the incidence of medication errors while supporting zero tolerance for errors, no-blame reporting, and a culture of fairness.
SOCI 1000
Introduction to the Study of
Society
3 credits (45:0:0 hours)
Explore introductory sociology through the study of social relations, community, and society. Learn about the institutions of Canadian society, such as family, politics, ethnicity, education, and religion.
Transfer: AU, UA, UC, LEC
SOCI 1002
Addictions and Suicide Prevention
3 credits (45:0:0 hours)
Explore the issues of violence, abuse, and addictions. Learn basic crisis intervention skills, including suicide intervention.
SOIS 1000
Social Issues: Models and Practices
of Helping from an Anti-Oppressive Perspective
3 credits (45:0:0 hours)
Study the concepts reflecting oppression and oppressed people from a historical and a current perspective and applied to human service models of practice. Students will use self-reflection and sharing of their own experiences to learn strategies to promote anti-oppressive policies and practices.
SOST 1101
Social Studies 010-1
5 credits (125:0:0 hours)
Explore multiple perspectives on the origins of globalization and its impact. Gain the necessary skills to progress to Social Studies 20-1 or Social Studies 020-02.
SOST 1102
Social Studies 010-2
5 credits (125:0:0 hours)
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 or Social Studies 020-2.
SOST 2201
Social Studies 020-1
5 credits (125:0:0 hours)
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 or Social Studies 030-1.
SOST 2202
Social Studies 020-2
5 credits (125:0:0 hours)
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 or Social Studies 030-2.
SOST 3301
Social Studies 030-1
5 credits (125:0:0 hours)
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.
SOST 3302
Social Studies 030-2
5 credits (125:0:0 hours)
Write essays providing specific examples that support generalizations and explain issues. Use news magazines to access information about current affairs.
SOWK 1010
Introduction to Social Work
3 credits (45:0:0 hours)
Study the history of social work and its evolution as a profession as the foundation for understanding social work's current roles and practices. Learn about social policy, political structures, social issues, and practice with diverse client groups.
SOWK 1020
The Helping Process
3 credits (45:0:0 hours)
Focus is on the helping process, which is the essence of social work practice. Examine the qualities and values of the helper in the context of multicultural practice. Study communication theory, techniques, and interviewing skills. Apply theory and skills to case studies and role-play scenarios.
SOWK 1030
Assessment and Interviewing
3 credits (45:0:0 hours)
Build on theory and practice skills and integrate communication and interview skills with theoretical models and concepts to provide a framework for client assessment. Learn a systematic approach to effectively assess and intervene with clients.
SOWK 1040
Models and Practice from an Anti-Oppressive
Perspective
3 credits (45:0:0 hours)
Study concepts that address oppression and oppressed peoples from a historical and a contemporary perspective and apply these concepts to social work practice models. Explore issues associated with internalized dominance and oppression. Apply different theories and perspectives to provide a framework for practice.
SOWK 2010
Community Development
3 credits (45:0:0 hours)
Examine the theory and definitions of community, community organization, and community development, as well as related concepts. Consider power and equity in relation to oppression, and apply models of intervention and strategies for change to diverse communities. Study the varied roles of the social worker in community practice and apply principles of community work.
SOWK 2020
Social Work with Groups
3 credits (45:0:0 hours)
Focus on the processes and dynamics of group work in social work practice. Explore the theoretical underpinnings of group work with an emphasis on skill development. Focus on identifying values and practices that differ across cultures and consequently impact group work. Examine a variety of group types, phases of group development, intervention techniques, and leadership qualities.
SOWK 2030
Social Work with Families
3 credits (45:0:0 hours)
Focus on the role of the social worker in assessing, intervening in, and supporting the family across its lifespan. Examine families as a unique social institution as well as from the student's personal experience. Explore the historical evolution of family member roles, functions, and characteristics.
SOWK 2040
Social Policy
3 credits (45:0:0 hours)
Study social policy and its relationship to and impact on social work. Discuss social policy concepts and apply them to a variety of Canadian policy issues and societal trends. Examine the benefits and disadvantages of established social policies from the perspectives of marginalized groups.
SOWK 2050
Mental Health: A Multicultural
Perspective
3 credits (45:0:0 hours)
Approach mental health from a holistic and multicultural practice perspective. Examine the traditional medical model of illness and non-traditional cultural practices in mental health. Explore common mental health disorders in relationship to different cultural groups.
SOWK 2060
Violence and Addictions: Issues
in Social Work
3 credits (45:0:0 hours)
Examine in-depth two common abuse situations in contemporary family contexts: violence and addictions. Understand the cycle of violence and its impact on families and communities. Identify addictive substances and behaviours, issues associated with power and control, and impact they have on diverse communities.
SOWK 2070
Social Work in Organizations
3 credits (45:0:0 hours)
Identify and understand the role of social workers as managers within many types of organizations. Learn the major functions of management and the importance of administration in organizations that provide social services. Examine attitudes and issues relevant to social work in light of the different responsibilities of the social work manager.
SSN 2154
Aboriginal Studies 20
5 credits (125:0:0 hours)
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.
SSN 3154
Aboriginal Studies 30
5 credits (125:0:0 hours)
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.
SST
1771
Social Studies 10-1
5 credits (125:0:0 hours)
Explore multiple perspectives on the origins of globalization and its impact. Gain the necessary skills to progress to Social Studies 20-1 or Social Studies 020-1.
SST
1772
Social Studies 10-2
5 credits (125:0:0 hours)
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 or Social Studies 020-2.
SST 2771
Social Studies 20-1
5 credits (125:0:0 hours)
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 30-1or Social Studies 030-1.
SST 2772
Social Studies 20-2
5 credits (125:0:0 hours)
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 or Social Studies 030-2.
SST 3771
Social Studies 30-1
5 credits (125:0:0 hours)
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.
SST 3772
Social Studies 30-2
5 credits (125:0:0 hours)
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.
SWPR 1025
Social Work Practicum I
6 credits (0:0:350 hours)
Apply previously learned concepts of social work practice in a practicum setting. Demonstrate knowledge and application of social work interviewing and assessment skills at a beginner level.
SWPR 2025
Social Work Practicum II
6 credits (0:0:350 hours)
Apply previously learned theory and practice to work with individuals, families, groups, communities and/or organizations. Integrate practicum experience with classroom learning.
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