CAMBRIAN COLLEGE, RAINBOW DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD, AND SUDBURY CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD
FALL 2016
Personal Finance [MBA4T] – FALL 2016 (1 credit, congregated class)
Tuesday and Thursday 12:30-2:30
Passing grade: 50%
In this course, students will develop a robust understanding of financial self-management. Personal finance comprises a broad range of topics such as understanding banks and banking, interest rates and loans, creating a budget, saving for retirement and using credit wisely. Understanding money management will ensure students live well today, and be able to build a secure financial future.
Exploring Physical Fitness and Leisure [PLB4T] – FALL 2016 (1 credit, congregated class)
Monday and Wednesday 12:30-2:30
Passing grade: 60%
In this course, students will be introduced to the principles used to develop and improve the components of physical fitness and wellness. In this regard, students are given exposure to a general overview of physical fitness, the basic design and delivery of instructor-led fitness classes, and the principles, practice, and design of selected aerobic exercise programs including walking, running, jogging, cycling, and swimming. This course serves as an introduction to some of the practical problems and solutions of designing and delivering effective exercise programs. Students are given a considerable amount of time for hands-on experience in putting together and applying their own exercise routines.
Exploring Digital Photography [AFI4T] – FALL 2016 (1 credit, congregated class)
Tuesday and Thursday 12:30-2:30
Passing grade: 50%
In this course, students will be introduced to basic digital photographic skills including: camera controls for proper exposures, camera parts and accessories and their uses, photographic theory, composition, basic digital photographic editing, and electronic flash. The history of photography will be explored. Discussions on the relationship existing between the worlds of Graphic Design and Photography will be conducted.
Exploring Early Childhood Education [TOQ4T] – FALL 2016 (1 credit, congregated class)
Monday and Wednesday 12:30-2:30
Passing grade: 60%
In this course, students will examine the principles of creating indoor and outdoor learning environments. Students will also identify specific inclusions for both indoor and outdoor play. An important component in the development of creative learning environments is the child’s play. Students will examine the historical understandings of play and stages of play in detail.
College Connection [GLH4T] – FALL 2016 (1 credit, congregated class)
Tuesday and Thursday 12:30-2:30
Passing grade: 50%
In this course, students will examine the skills and techniques that can lead to success in college. By examining and applying a variety of strategies known to improve learning, students will discover which are most relevant and useful, and how mastering them can positively help future studies. In addition, students will be provided with the opportunity to improve self-awareness and to set goals.
Exploring Rock Music and Culture [AHL4T] – FALL 2016 (1 credit, congregated class)
Monday and Wednesday 12:30-2:30
Passing grade: 50%
Rock Music and Culture blends musical commentary into a historical and social framework as it traces the development of rock music from its roots in Country, Blues, and Gospel to today’s most popular bands. Students will experience first-hand the defining characteristics of rock styles and develop the ability to make connections between the popular music of yesterday and today. Students will be engaged in discussion after listening to music and watching online videos. The Professor will be playing some guitar in some of his classes to demonstrate certain styles of music. The students will also have the opportunity to choose music or bands they are interested in, listen and discuss the music in class. This class will be hands-on and foster an environment of group work.
Exploring Corrections [HCB4T] – FALL 2016 (1 credit, top-up class)
Tuesday 12:30-2:30 and Thursday 12:30-1:30
Passing grade: 50%
In this course, students will examine community-based programs for both adult and young persons from alternatives to incarceration to conditional release and the impact of public attitudes on support for such programs. Emphasis is also given to victims, restorative justice and the process of reintegration for special offender populations. Students will also have an opportunity to assess career alternatives through discussions with guest speakers from the community corrections system.
Exploring Personal Support Worker [HIC4T] – FALL 2016 (1 credit, top-up class)
Wednesday 12:30-3:30
Passing grade: 60%
In this course, students will through the use of an experiential approach, focus on the skills necessary to communicate effectively and to think constructively. The concept of caring will be used as a basis to explore helping relationships, interviewing skills, and group dynamics. Students will be introduced to the College of Nurses of Ontario Standards of Practice with regards to the development of a Therapeutic Nurse-Client Relationship as a learning model.
Applied Technology I [TAP4T] – FALL 2016 (1 credit, top-up class)
Monday and Wednesday 12:30-2:30
Passing grade: 50%
In this course, students will have the opportunity to develop technical skills that will serve as a strong basis for successful entry into today’s trades and technology environments. This introductory course will combine theoretical and hands-on training, with an emphasis on workplace safety. Students will be trained on the proper usage of various hand and power tools, while studying topic areas that include an overview of gear and lever systems, combustion engines and truss design for buildings and bridges.
Videography [TGV3M/TGV4M] – RDSB Delivery Only – FALL 2016 (Confederation Secondary School) (1 credit, Team Taught, congregated)
1 period 2 days/week – secondary school schedule
Passing grade: 50%
In this course, students will learn the basics of audio-video production, as it relates to the practice of public relations. Students will narrate, shoot and edit to create video items intended for the communications field.
Basic Food Preparation –Team-Taught-St. Charles College –CATHOLIC BOARD ONLY [HFC3E] – FALL 2016 (1 credit, congregated team taught)
1 period x 3/week – secondary school schedule
Passing grade: 50%
In this course, students will be provided with practical training in institutional food preparation, portioning and service. Students will have an opportunity to develop skills in various types of food preparation and service. Students will be exposed to techniques in the visual presentation of food, portion control and recipe conversion. Students will also become familiar with the use and maintenance of food service equipment.
Exploring Art and Design-Espanola Team-Taught [AEB4T] – FALL 2016 (1 credit, congregated class team-taught)
1 period 2 days/week – secondary school schedule
Passing grade: 50%
In this course, students will develop an overview of art and design career options through a process of portfolio development. Students will discover the various skills required and the various careers available in the art and design professions. The students will work on projects spanning the continuum from traditional arts and crafts to leading edge technical applications using digital media.
WINTER 2017
Introduction to Aboriginal Studies [NAA4T] – WINTER 2017 (1 credit, congregated class)
Monday and Wednesday 12:30-2:30
Passing grade: 50%
In this course, students will explore a general overview of Aboriginal peoples within Canada, their unique history and contemporary issues that affect Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal peoples within Canada. Further, this course aims to give students a wide view of Aboriginal peoples both from a historical standpoint through to a contemporary view. This course will be situated within an Aboriginal framework. This framework will provide students with and increased understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal peoples, culture, successes and challenges.
Exploring Digital Photography [AFI4T] – WINTER 2017 (1 credit, congregated class)
Monday and Wednesday 12:30-2:30
Passing grade: 50%
In this course, students will be introduced to basic digital photographic skills including: camera controls for proper exposures, camera parts and accessories and their uses, photographic theory, composition, basic digital photographic editing, and electronic flash. The history of photography will be explored. Discussions on the relationship existing between the worlds of Graphic Design and Photography will be conducted.
College Connection [GLH4T] – WINTER 2017 (1 credit, congregated class)
Tuesday and Thursday 12:30-2:30
Passing grade: 50%
In this course, students will examine the skills and techniques that can lead to success in college. By examining and applying a variety of strategies known to improve learning, students will discover which are most relevant and useful, and how mastering them can positively help future studies. In addition, students will be provided with the opportunity to improve self-awareness and to set goals.
Introduction to Health Sciences [PHJ4T] – WINTER 2017 (1 credit, congregated class)
Tuesday and Thursday 12:30-2:30
Passing grade: 50%
In this course, students will develop a basic understanding of the health care system and the various professions in the multi-disciplinary health care team.
Introduction to Business [BBA4T] – WINTER 2017 (1 credit, congregated class)
Tuesday and Thursday 12:30-2:30
Passing grade: 50%
In this course, students will develop an understanding of the overview of activities performed by various departments of a business organization. The course will cover many of the key concepts required by students to be a success in a business organization as well as to apply the principles of effective customer service to both internal and external clients.
Introduction to the Technology of Modern Mining [SVB4T] – WINTER 2017 (1 credit, congregated class)
Tuesday and Thursday 12:30-2:30
Passing grade: 50%
The goal of this dual credit offering is to introduce students to the various aspects of a career in mining. In this course, students will acquire a basic understanding, and be able to describe the primary operating functions and equipment utilized in Canadian surface and underground mining operations. Students will examine a number of common ore extraction and mine development techniques and will demonstrate that they understand basic mining industry concepts and terminology. Students will be able to solve simple grade control problems, productivity rates, and three dimensional problems.
Exploring Careers in Trades [TIB4T] – WINTER 2017 (1 credit, congregated class)
Monday and Wednesday 12:30-2:30
Passing grade: 50%
The goal of this dual credit offering is to introduce students to trades and the various career options available. Students will explore such disciplines as carpentry, heavy equipment, welding and electrical. In this course, students will develop an understanding of the roles and requirements of professions that require skilled tradespersons and technicians in our highly industrialized society. Specific skill sets and job conditions will be studied for individual trades and technology fields, and employment outlooks will be examined. Students will also explore resume writing and job searching techniques, and confidence in interview situations will be cultivated. A major component of this course will provide the opportunity for PRT1009 students to shadow courses in a variety of Cambrian’s trade and technology programs, in order to focus their future studies to a suited career.
Metal Fabricator (Fitter) and Welder – Level 1 [TLA4Y] – WINTER 2017 (3 credits, congregated class)
Monday to Friday 12:30-4:30
Passing grade: 70% in every component
This program will focus on the skills required for welding fabrication common core with an emphasis on hands-on skills development. Students will be registered under OYAP.
Commercial Vehicle & Heavy Equipment – Level 1 Apprenticeship [TTO4Y] – WINTER 2017 (2 credits, congregated class)
Monday to Friday 12:30-4:30
Passing grade: 70% in every component
This program will focus on the skills required for Commercial Vehicle and Heavy Duty Equipment common core with an emphasis on hands-on skills development. Students will be registered under OYAP.
General Carpenter – Level 1 Apprenticeship [TSA4Y] – WINTER 2017 (2 credits, congregated class)
Monday to Friday 12:30-4:30
Passing grade: 70% in every component
Completion of this program will provide you with two secondary school credits as well as the basic in-school Level I training of the apprenticeship. This program will focus on the skills required in carpentry with an emphasis on hands-on skills development. Students will be registered under OYAP.
Math Foundations– Team-Taught [MBF3C] – WINTER 2017 (1 credit, Team Taught, congregated class)
Tuesday and Thursday 12:30-2:30
Passing grade: 50%
In this course, students will become familiar with basic mathematical principles. Using a practical approach, students will review basic mathematical concepts, as well as, build confidence in problem-solving skills and mathematical reasoning, including basic algebraic concepts.
College Connection – Espanola – RAINBOW BOARD ONLY [GLH4T] – WINTER 2017 (1 credit, congregated class)
2 days/week 12:30-2:30
Passing grade: 50%
In this course, students will examine the skills and techniques that can lead to success in college. By examining and applying a variety of strategies known to improve learning, students will discover which are most relevant and useful, and how mastering them can positively help future studies. In addition, students will be provided with the opportunity to improve self-awareness and to set goals.
Exploring Art and Design – Manitoulin – RAINBOW BOARD ONLY [AEB4T] –WINTER 2017 (1 credit, congregated class)
2 days/week secondary school schedule
Passing grade: 50%
In this course, students will develop an overview of art and design career options through a process of portfolio development. Students will discover the various skills required and the various careers available in the art and design professions. The students will work on projects spanning the continuum from traditional arts and crafts to leading edge technical applications using digital media.
College Connection – Manitoulin – RAINBOW BOARD ONLY [GLH4T] – WINTER 2017 (1 credit, congregated class)
2 days/week secondary school schedule
Passing grade: 50%
In this course, students will examine the skills and techniques that can lead to success in college. By examining and applying a variety of strategies known to improve learning, students will discover which are most relevant and useful, and how mastering them can positively help future studies. In addition, students will be provided with the opportunity to improve self-awareness and to set goals.