Community Integration Through Co-operative Education

The theories behind creativity and ideation will be explored in this modified course. Students will draw inspiration from a variety of sources including psychology and the history of art and design. Research, brainstorming, lateral and divergent thinking, inspiration, writing, mind mapping, and drawing will be explored and utilized to generate ideas and solve design problems. Students will learn how to utilize the creative process to take an initial concept though to a finished form, which will contribute to the development of their personal portfolios. A variety of traditional and experimental media and techniques will be explored. Critical thinking skills will be integrated into discussion of design concepts and group critique.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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In this modified course students will further develop drawing skill and continue to create more professional portfolio pieces with an emphasis on a variety of illustrative techniques. Traditional freehand drawing and painting media such as acrylic, watercolour, ink, pencil crayon, and conte are studied with more emphasis on self-exploration and inspiration from other artists. Students will also learn to use drafting tools to produce precision technical illustrations as well as proper perspective drawings. Students will understand the role of illustration as an effective visual communication tool in industry scenarios.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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Introducing the legal system which governs personal and commercial relationships in Canada, this modified course provides knowledge of the basic legal concepts in order to gain insight into judicial reasoning. Areas covered range from contract law to real property and protection of creativity.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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This modified course focuses on the skills needed to conduct a successful job search. Students will explore the labour market and identify trends that may impact their future careers. They will develop skills for an effective job search including networking, self-marketing documents and tools as well as interview skills. Mock interviews will provide the opportunity for practice, feedback and reflection as students prepare for future interviews. Students will develop a personalized job search plan to support their future careers.

• Hours: 28
• Credits: 2
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In this modified course students will evaluate current social media platforms used in the broadcasting field. Examining how they are utilized for both corporate and personal goals, branding and communication practices. Content generation and audience engagement strategies will be developed, using hands-on practice in how to effectively use each social media platform to build a relationship that connects students with their on-air and online audiences.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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This course is modified for the CICE program and will provide students an opportunity to develop and hone their presentation skills through a variety of practical scenarios. Students will begin to produce materials that will contribute to their personal portfolios. Both individual and group work will be utilized in the development of visual and verbal presentations

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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This modified course explores the partnership between early years' professionals and the families of children enrolled in early learning and care, education, and family-focused programs. Students will examine the structural, cultural, and developmental diversities of families in order to validate them as the primary support for children and their learning. Students will articulate the role of the educator in establishing and maintaining strong reciprocal relationships with families that are compatible with ethical and professional obligations. They will explore and practice engaging strategies that highlight the development of communication skills and emphasize collaboration with families. As future educators, students will engage in self-reflection to understand the significance of their role in working with families in early learning settings.  

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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This modified for CICE students course will examine the evolution of early learning and care as a profession and the repositioning of the role of the educator within that profession. Students will examine and critique the documents that shape the profession in order to explore the changing professional and social image of the child, the educator and the profession. They will analyze their professional practices and through a process of self-reflection will examine the impact of those practices on their emerging professional identity. In addition, they will create a professional development plan that recognizes documented abilities, professional interests and a commitment to continuous learning.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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Through examining developmental theory, this modified course expands on the study of child development from infancy through school-age. Students will deepen their understanding of development along the continuum, self-regulation, and stress responses. They will consider diversity, equity, and inclusion and challenge socially constructed views of development, behaviour and ability. Through classroom discussion, students will analyze developmental characteristics of children and articulate the ways in which these characteristics interconnect and contribute to a child's holistic development. They will apply these considerations to their approach to planning for an inclusive curriculum for individuals and groups of children.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
• Pre-Requisites: ECE1065 AND ECE1075
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Through a lens of professional relationship building and communication, in this modified CICE course students will examine the roles and responsibilities of the Educational Assistant as a member of the multi-disciplinary educational team. Students will review and discuss how provincial legislation, and school board policies, procedures and protocols relate to the responsibilities of this role. In addition, they will review and develop strategies for creating inclusive environments that contribute to safe, caring, and secure educational settings for children and youth.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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This modified course will expand on the principles and theories of facial care, massage and skin treatment. Students will gain extended knowledge of skin products and will learn about skin abnormalities.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
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Topics of study in this modified course include day, night and special occasion make-up, shading, high-lighting, contouring, colour analysis, facial features analysis and product knowledge. Students will be able to do professional make-up as part of the esthetics trade or work as make-up artists.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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This modified course will focus on the history of style as it pertains to fashion, art, furniture, architecture, and display. We will review retail trends and the evolution of window displays with focuses on popular display artists and techniques throughout history within western civilizations.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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This modified course introduces students to the concept of working effectively in groups and of being part of a team. Building on human service attributes, students will analyze the characteristics of functional and dysfunctional teams within a framework of complexities associated with professional behaviours of this field. They will create a plan for developing strong teams, apply the plan in a classroom setting and evaluate its effectiveness.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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This modifed course will introduce students to the broader context of human diversity and the complexities associated with that. Students will investigate the relationship between understanding diversity and contributing to the development of healthy individuals and communities through careers in human services. With self as focal point, they will examine their own characteristics and condition in order to relate to concepts of diversity and privilege. Building on their human services attributes, students will describe the elements of inclusive communities and develop skills in order to interact with others with dignity, respect and sensitivity.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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• Hours: 28
• Credits: 2
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• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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In this introduction modified course to digital imaging, students will learn fundamental camera operation with a digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) camera. Focus, composition and exposure will form the groundwork that will combine with other technical aspects to provide students with a strong foundation of practical imaging skills. The interrelations of technique and aesthetics will be emphasized. Students will achieve an introductory skill level for the application of photographic images related to other concurrent courses. This course will provide photo opportunities to contribute to the development of their portfolio.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
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• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
• Pre-Requisites: MDIA1010M
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• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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A Supply Chain is a network of organizations that are involved in the different processes and activities that produce value in the form of products and services in the hands of the ultimate customer or consumer. Operations Management is one of the three major functions of a business, along with Marketing and Accounting / Finance, and focuses on designing, creating, and improving goods and services. Understanding key Supply Chain and Operations Management foundations is crucial to any company's success and profitability. This introductory modified course will expose students to topics related to how products and services are created and delivered to the customer.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
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• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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This modifed course is designed to develop the ability of the participant to intervene in conflict and crisis situations with competence and confidence. The conflict situation will be examined from its inception through intervention by either police or other law enforcement agencies. Various problem-solving skills and non-violent intervention techniques are discussed along with intervention strategies directed toward specific incidents. Behaviour patterns that may lead to violent encounters are analyzed and the appropriate legal responses to these encounters are learned. These responses emphasize both officer and public/client safety through awareness and preparation.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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This modified course will examine the processes and foundational elements involved in the planning and execution of community based special events. Through integrated experiences students will analyze required components of a successful event including, venue selection and essentials, event operations, risk management, revenue generation, understanding customer experiences, marketing, sponsorship, and accessibility. Students will interpret information and gain experience in the creative use of recreation assets needed to design and lead community based special events.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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This modified course will highlight various recreation environments integrating students' understanding of how these places and spaces operate to serve the recreation and leisure interests of communities. Students will examine key issues, principles and practices and will assess the functionality of both indoor built environments and outdoor recreation spaces. Factors including design, maintenance and operations, risk management, inclusion, equity, and accessibility will be evaluated for the purpose of analyzing how recreation can utilize places and spaces to serve the needs of communities.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
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