GENERAL EDUCATION ELECTIVES
FALL 2014 TERM
NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE CAMPUS
PROGRAM #
PROGRAM NAME
TERM
0111
Horticultural Technician – Co-op
04
0193
Sports Administration
03
0196
Sport Management
01
0196
Sport Management
04
0395
Esthetician
01
0404
Business Administration- Operations Management- Co-op
03
0405
Business Administration – Marketing – Co-op
03
0406
Business Administration – Human Resources – Co-op
03
0415
Hospitality Management- Hotel and Restaurant- Co-op
01
0422
Office Administration – Executive – Co-op
04
0423
Business Accounting
03
0428
Tourism Management- Business Development
01
0448
Business – International Business
03
0449
Business Administration – International Business
03
0451
Business – Sales & Marketing
03
0464
Culinary Innovation and Food Technology (Co-op)
06
0470
Business- General
03
0735
Landscape Technician- Co-op
04
0737
Greenhouse Technician – Co-op
04
0738
Winery and Viticulture Technician
03
0771
Horticultural Technician
03
0775
Landscape Technician
03
0777
Greenhouse Technician
03
0780
Brewmaster and Brewery Operations Management
03
1122
Part-Time Studies
01
GENERAL EDUCATION ELECTIVE COURSES
SECTION
# OF
SEATS
ARTS1130
02
30
Six Strings and a Pick: Applied Music I
(Block 3)
ENGL1080
02
30
You Are Your Voice: Effective Communication
(Block 3)
ENGL1080
03
25
You Are Your Voice- Effective Communication
(Block 1)
ENGL1115
01
40
Creative Writing: Unfettered - Finding your Muse
(Block 1)
ENGL1118
01
35
Between the Lines: An Introduction to Literary Studies
(Block 2)
ENGL1181
01
35
Hockey Talk
(Block 3)
ENVR1105
01
30
Traditional Aboriginal Knowledge
(Block 3)
HIST1127
02
40
History of Rock and Roll
(Block 2)
HIST1127
03
50
History of Rock and Roll
(Block 1)
LANG1130
01
40
Nosotros Sabemos I
(Block 2)
MATH1105
01
35
Vegas – Understanding the Odds
(Block 3)
NUTN1102
01
40
Positive Body Image – A Social Cultural Perspective
(Block 1)
NUTN1102
02
50
Positive Body Image: A Social Cultural Perspective
(Block 3)
NUTN1150
02
30
Journey to Great Health and Fitness
(Block 2)
PHIL1103
01
29
Philosophy Through Film
(Block 1)
PSYC1076
02
50
Behavioural Psychology
(Block 3)
PSYC1100
09
40
Introductory Psychology
(Block 1)
PSYC1100
10
40
Introductory Psychology
(Block 2)
SCIE1103
01
30
Bugs Among Us
(Block 2)
SOCL1250
02
40
The Simple Way Of Poison *Hybrid delivery*
(Block 3)
SOCL1430
09
50
Multiculturalism and Diversity in Canada *Hybrid delivery* (Block 1)
SOCL1430
10
40
Multiculturalism and Diversity in Canada
COURSE #
COURSE NAME
(Block 2)
Note from the Registrar's Office:
Students are expected to select their electives on-line. If you encounter difficulty, please email Registration Support at
nicolesos@niagaracollege.ca. For students who do not want to enroll via on-line, the Registrar’s office will still provide the service of
enrolling students if they come into the office.
GENERAL EDUCATION ELECTIVES COURSE DESCRIPTION
ARTS1130 Six Strings and A Pick: Applied Music I
3 credits
In this course, you will study guitar music and learn standard performance practices on the guitar. You will also explore
the prominence of the guitar in popular Canadian culture and its use as a vehicle of cultural and political change. You will
develop your proficiency in performance skills through practical, hands-on, group instruction and participation. Areas of
instruction will include techniques and fundamentals of musicianship and music literacy. You will have the opportunity to
participate in performance activities. This course is open to beginner, intermediate and advanced guitar players. You will
need to rent or provide your own guitar.
ENGL1080 You Are Your Voice: Effective Communication
3 credits
From business to broadcasting, this course translates the techniques from an actor’s toolbox into any arena, using roleplaying and improvisation. Whether interviewing; presenting; debating; or simply sharing: how you present yourself tells
the listener as much about you as your words. Students will learn that effective communication is enhanced with vocal
dexterity and behavioral flexibility.
ENGL1115 Creative Writing: Unfettered - Finding your Muse
3 credits
Spark your creative spirit in a multi-media journey of discovery. Using text, image, sound, and other sources of
inspiration, you’ll develop your creative writing skills through individual and collaborative exercises. You’ll explore various
genres and apply the elements of fiction to find your writing strengths, and, with regular peer and instructor feedback, will
produce a portfolio of writing samples. Whether you write for pleasure or publication, give your inner voice another
outlet.
ENGL1118 Between the Lines: An Introduction to Literary Studies
3 credits
How do we separate great writing from average writing? In this course, you will learn the strategies and tools necessary to
better appreciate and assess English literature. You will be introduced to forms of writing through the reading of select
works of poetry and prose. In so doing, you will also learn to identify the dominant literary terms and points of view used
in the analysis and understanding of literature. This course will prepare you well for further study in literature and will
help to make you a more informed and inquisitive reader.
ENGL1181 Hockey Talk
3 credits
If you love the great Canadian game, you’ll love the great arguments, stories, films and songs inspired by our national
pastime. From the search for victory on small town local rinks to the pursuit of Stanley Cup-winning glory, Hockey Talk
celebrates Canada’s love affair with the greatest game on ice.
ENVR1105 Traditional Aboriginal Knowledge
3 credits
Students will be focusing on the First Nations people of the Mixed Woods Plains of southern Ontario exploring
approaches to living sustainably on the land. Students will have the chance to gather and prepare traditional foods, and to
explore native plant use in technology, medicine, and ceremony. Students will examine how traditional ecological
knowledge contributed to successful civilizations in the recent past and consider how it can be seen as a valuable tool for
better resource management decisions in the modern world
HIST1127 History of Rock and Roll
3 credits
Rock and Roll is arguably America’s most influential contribution to global culture. This course explores the history of
Rock and Roll, focusing on three main themes. First, the music itself, from its roots in blues and jazz in the early 1900s to
its ‘birth’ in the years after World War II, and subsequent evolution over the next 50 years. Second, as an industry, in
which the production, delivery and consumption of Rock and roll are always changing. Third, as a social, cultural and
political force, Rock and Roll challenged (and continues to challenge) attitudes on race, class, gender and authority.
LANG1130 Nosotros Sabemos I
3 credits
This course is designed to present essential vocabulary and points of Spanish grammar that are indispensable to
communicate basic thoughts and opinions. It promotes the development of all language skills and offers the opportunity
to learn another language through enjoyable and practical exercises.
MATH1105 Vegas – Understanding the Odds
3 credits
This course will introduce you to the concepts of probability through analysis of and experimentation with various games
of chance. Lotteries and casino games such as poker, roulette, etc., will be discussed and, where possible, you will make
comparisons between theoretical and actual probabilities and pay-offs. You will also examine the social and economic
impact that casinos have on surrounding communities.
NUTN1102 Positive Body Image – A Social Cultural Perspective
3 credits
Why are North Americans so preoccupied with weight? Is there more to this preoccupation than weight alone? This
course provides an overview of the numerous influences that contribute to the growing problem of weight obsession and
body image dissatisfaction among women and men. Readings and applied learning activities will cover the diverse aspects
of food, weight and exercise preoccupation, the impact of media and advertising on self-worth, the dieting consciousness,
weight prejudice, concepts of beauty and more. Upon completion of the course, you will develop an individual transition
plan to promote a positive body image and increased self-acceptance
NUTN1150 Journey to Great Health and Fitness
3 credits
Are you ready to have a healthy body, a happy mind, and a truly productive life? Take a health journey and discover the
best type of exercise and eating for your body type. Experience the benefits of movement preparation, functional training,
core conditioning, and more. Learn how to get stronger and happier with scientifically proven mind and body exercises.
This course is hands on with a portion of the course-taking place in the gym. So get ready to lose a few pounds, gain lean
muscle, and improve not only your health but also your mental and spiritual outlook.
PHIL1103 Philosophy through Film
3 credits
This course uses the medium of film to explore the issues and theories central to the Western philosophical tradition.
Questions that will be explored can include: What is the true nature of reality? Can we know anything for certain? Do we
have free will? What is the meaning of life? What is it to be a human being? Our focus will be on learning how to read,
write, and communicate critically about the underlying philosophical themes found in some of the most powerful and
enduring films.
PSYC1076 Behavioural Psychology
3 credits
In this course, you will learn the concepts, principles, and procedures of behaviour modification and work on skills, which
improve your ability to implement behaviour modification in everyday life situations. You will learn about the different
areas of application for behaviour modification, various types of reinforcement, extinction, punishment, a behavioural
view of motivation, token economies, developing self-control, cognitive behavioural modification, areas of clinical
behaviour therapy, and ethical issues pertaining to behaviour modification.
PSYC1100 Introductory Psychology
3 credits
Psychology is the scientific study of behaviour and mental processes. In this course, you will be introduced to the field
of psychology, studying topics including: the nature of psychological science; research design and methodology; the
biological foundations of behaviour; perception; states of consciousness; learning; memory; cognition; language; and
motivation. Students will explore what psychologists have learned about these aspects of human behaviour and how a
knowledge of these can contribute to a better understanding of the causes of human behaviour.
SCIE1103
Bugs Among Us
3 credits
We hate them, we love them, we even love to hate them; but do we really know them? Bugs are all around us and they
affect our lives in many ways. They annoy us and spread disease, but they also pollinate our crops, provide food to
wildlife and people, and inspire inventions, architecture, science fiction, and art. Get to know the insects, explore their
intriguing behaviours, and learn how human and insect lives are intertwined.
SOCL1250 The Simple Way Of Poison *Hybrid delivery*
3 credits
In this course, you’ll examine the relationship between female gender roles and murder; the public perception of women
killers; and the history of their existence. By focusing on the social construction of gender as it relates to female killers,
you’ll gain a greater understanding of why women kill when they step outside the rigid roles that ‘society’ expects them to
fulfill. From the ‘witch craze’ to women’s lib, you’ll examine the reasons why women kill differently than men. In doing
so, you’ll attempt to determine if they’re born ‘bad’, if they’re mad, or if they choose to be evil.
SOCL1430 Multiculturalism and Diversity in Canada *Hybrid delivery*
3 credits
One of the great things about life on this planet is our human diversity as a species- it is a source of strength, growth, and
innovation. The ability to work with diverse populations is something top employers in Canada look for in potential
employees as Canada’s population continues to grow more diverse in terms of race, ethnicity, age, ability, sexual
orientation, and socio-economic status. In this course, students will learn about the varied social identities found among
communities and groups in Canada's pluralistic society; policies that have been put in place to manage and accommodate
diversity; tensions and challenges such as reduced social cohesion, economic inequity and discrimination; and
opportunities accompanying diversity. Students will develop strategies to create socially inclusive, just, and equitable
environments and other diversity competency skills demanded in today’s workplace.