COMP 170 Basic Computer Operation
You will be introduced to the basics of computer concepts. Topics you will study include computer components, hardware and software, working in a graphical user interface, file management, word processing and the Internet. The general skills you learn in this course will prepare you for further courses such as word processing, spreadsheets and presentation graphics.
1.0
Credit Units
15.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Work Based Delivery, Prior Learning, Correspondence-Structured Time, Correspondence, Online/Blackboard Individual, Online/Blackboard
Equivalent Course(s):
COAP 342
COMP 182
COMP 171 Introduction to Microsoft Word
Your studies will introduce you to basic word processing skills such as creating, editing and formatting documents, building tables, using templates and applying styles.
1.0
Credit Units
15.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Work Based Delivery, Prior Learning, Correspondence, Online/Blackboard
Equivalent Course(s):
CKEY 187
COAP 196
COAP 343
COMP 120
COMP 154
COMP 174 Introduction to Microsoft Excel 1
You will study the basic features of Excel. You will learn to format spreadsheet elements, create simple charts and use simple formulas and functions.
1.0
Credit Units
15.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Work Based Delivery, Prior Learning, Correspondence, Online/Blackboard
Course Attributes:
Equivalent Course(s):
COAP 138
COAP 197
COAP 344
COMP 120
COMP 175 Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2
You will study the intermediate features of Excel. Using the skills and knowledge you acquired in COMP 174 or COMP 172, you will learn to work with multiple worksheets, create and modify several chart types, perform data manipulation features and use more advanced spreadsheet functions.
1.0
Credit Units
15.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning, Correspondence, Online/Blackboard
Course Attributes:
Equivalent Course(s):
COAP 344
Prerequisites:
COMP 172 Minimum Grade of 60
or COMP 174 Minimum Grade of 60
COMP 176 Introduction to Microsoft Access 1
You will study the basic features of Access. You will create simple tables, queries, forms and reports. You will also modify database elements such as fields and records.
1.0
Credit Units
15.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning, Correspondence, Online/Blackboard Individual, Online/Blackboard
Equivalent Course(s):
CDBM 190
COAP 197
COAP 345
COMP 120
COMP 284
GRPH 123 Graphical Communications 1
Your studies will introduce you to the techniques and standards required to communicate graphically. You will study concepts necessary to create 2-D and
3-D drawings. By practicing working drawing concepts, you will recognize lineweight and linetype standards, engineering and architectural scales as well as dimensioning protocol.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Prior Learning, Correspondence
GRPH 124 Graphical Communications 2
Your studies will introduce you to the fundamentals of reading maps and plans. Through practical exercises, you will interpret maps, prepare drawings, convey survey data and draw layouts in plan and profile form. You will calculate volume and area from plan and profile drawings, calculate bearings, azimuths, distances, and areas on topographical maps. You will also identify symbols used in equipment and pipe schematics.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Correspondence
Prerequisites:
GRPH 123 Minimum Grade of 60
LABS 121 Water and Wastewater Laboratory Principles
You will review basic water chemistry. You will also describe laboratory equipment, laboratory safety, sampling techniques, preservation, storage and shipping of samples.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Correspondence
LABS 122 Water and Wastewater Laboratory Practicum
You will gain hands-on laboratory testing experience for typical testing required for quality and operational monitoring of water and wastewater treatment, water distribution and collection systems.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Correspondence
Prerequisites:
LABS 121 Minimum Grade of 60
MAT_ 124 Technical Mathematics 1
You will solve technical problems using concepts of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, systems of linear and non-linear equations and radical equations.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Correspondence
Course Attributes:
TCOM 102 Communication in Technology
Your studies will focus on the basic skills required of the technologist in the workplace. You will examine the communication process and interpersonal and workplace communication techniques. The course content includes technical writing and job search skills.
3.0
Credit Units
48.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory, Learn Linc, Prior Learning, Online/Blackboard
Equivalent Course(s):
JOBS 190
JOBS 288
JOBS 290
TCOM 120
TMGT 180
TCOM 103 Workplace Communication
Building on the skills you developed in TCOM 102 (Communication in Technology), you will apply basic research skills to create workplace documents. Your studies will focus on the workplace skills of creating effective client relations, conducting meetings and giving presentations.
3.0
Credit Units
48.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory, Online/Blackboard
Equivalent Course(s):
COMM 181
COMM 190
TCOM 123
TCOM 190
Prerequisites:
TCOM 102 Minimum Grade of 60
WTER 130 Water Treatment 1
Your studies will focus on the basics of conventional water treatment. You will become familiar with the processes of surface water treatment, reservoir management, coagulation and flocculation, sedimentation, filtration, disinfection, taste and odour control, corrosions control. The course includes a mathematics review.
5.0
Credit Units
80.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Correspondence
WTER 131 Water Treatment 2
You will build on the skills you gained in WTER 130 and will continue your studies in surface water and groundwater treatment. Your studies will include iron, manganese and trihalomethane control, fluoridation, softening, plant waste disposal, maintenance and instrumentation.
5.0
Credit Units
80.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Correspondence
Prerequisites:
WTER 130 Minimum Grade of 60
WTER 132 Water Distribution 1
You will become familiar with the processes of water distribution. Your studies will focus on the installation, inspection, operation, maintenance, and repair of water distribution systems.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Correspondence
WTER 133 Water Distribution 2
You will build on skills you gained in WTER 132 to study operation and maintenance of water distribution systems. Your studies will focus on safe practices and procedures, disinfection of new and repaired facilities, taste and odour control, corrosion control and water distribution system management.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Correspondence
Prerequisites:
WTER 132 Minimum Grade of 60
WTER 134 Wastewater Collection 1
Your studies will focus on the aspects of operating and maintaining wastewater collection systems. You will examine the processes of wastewater collection as well as the need for collection system operation and maintenance. You will study safety procedures required for construction, inspection and testing of sewers, the inspection of manholes and underground construction and repair.
4.0
Credit Units
60.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Correspondence
WTER 135 Wastewater Collection 2
You will build on skills you gained in WTER 134 and will study the operation, maintenance and management of wastewater collection systems with an emphasis on safe practices and procedures. You will examine the operation of lift stations, operation and maintenance of pumps, valves and motors as well as sewer rehabilitation.
4.0
Credit Units
60.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Correspondence
Prerequisites:
WTER 134 Minimum Grade of 60
WTER 136 Wastewater Treatment 1
Your studies will focus on the basics of conventional wastewater treatment. You will examine the uses of racks, screens and sedimentation tanks. You will discuss the processes of sedimentation, floatation, trickling filters, rotating biological contactors, activated sludge, oxidation ditches and ponds and disinfection.
5.0
Credit Units
80.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Correspondence
WTER 137 Wastewater Treatment 2
You will build on the skills you gained in WTER 136 and will examine conventional activated sludge, sludge digestion, solids handling, and effluent disposal. You will also examine the operation, maintenance and management of a wastewater treatment plant with an emphasis on safe practices and procedures.
5.0
Credit Units
80.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Correspondence
Prerequisites:
WTER 136 Minimum Grade of 60
