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Explore circulation functions and issues for libraries and information services. Topics include inventory control, inter-library loan and document delivery. Copyright and health and safety issues in libraries are also discussed.
Learn MoreThis course is designed to enable student to understand the steps and procedures of a residential real estate transaction and the purpose of each stage. Emphasis is placed on preparing all documents required to complete a residential transaction from opening the file to examining the Agreement of Purchase and Sale to preparing all letters and documents including e-reg documents and final reporting letters. Prerequisite: OL353 Real Estate Procedures. Computer Software Requirements: UNITY Software. You will be provided with UNITY software by the course facilitator at the beginning of the course. You will also be provided with TERAVIEW Training Access by the course facilitator at the beginning of your course.
Learn MoreStudents taking this course will be introduced to the study of intercultural communication, focusing on topics such as media, levels of communication, gestures and microaggressions. Students will learn how they can apply principles of intercultural communication to their daily lives and how they can understand and appreciate cultural differences relating to communication. The main objective of this course is to gain an understanding of varied communication styles, tools, and methods to help improve communication in the workforce. As part of the course, students will communicate with classmates on the Discussion board about current readings related to Intercultural Communication. This course will be of interest to workers in health services, education, human resources, and business as well as those people who want to enhance their communication skills and expand their understanding of intercultural communication.
Learn MoreStudents learn the rules of English grammar in a comprehensive, easy-to-follow manner. The course begins with a review of sentence parts, followed by an in-depth explanation of sentence structuring, and culminates in a practical review of stylistic conventions in business and professional writing.
Learn MoreThis course is designed to enable students to understand the steps and procedures of a residential real estate transaction and the purpose of each stage. Real Estate Law terminology, a study of the land systems in Ontario, and documents used both paper and electronic are examined. Computer Software Requirements: Teraview Web and Conveyancer Software. You will be provided access to Teraview by the course facilitator at the beginning of the course.
Learn MoreThis course integrates and extends previously introduced concepts of French 1. The course aims to develop competencies in French through authentic learning tasks in preparation for real-life application. Online activities will promote skill development in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in personal and professional contexts. You will use communication strategies to support interpersonal skills, to convey information, and to interact with various forms of persuasive exchanges in routine situations. You will develop skills for life-long learning that are transferable to employment. The targeted second language proficiency of the course aligns with level 3 requirements of the Canadian Language Benchmarks for French, the NCLC. Computer Software Requirements: A headset or microphone and speakers are required for the oral parts of this course. It is recommended that students take OL342 French I prior to taking this course.
Learn MoreThis course is designed to introduce students to Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe language). It will provide the learner with a basic framework of Anishinaabemowin orthography. The focus of the course will be on the reading and writing of the language. The learning is reinforced through the use of on-line tutorials as well as practice in order to enhance the learners understanding of the structure and pronunciation of the language.
Learn MoreThis course is designed to provide students with the an introduction to the sales process and is intended to help students to develop their selling, communication, and negotiation skills in order to be successful in a sales career. Topics presented include: the steps in the selling process, ethical issues in selling, the importance of the sales function, and integrating technology in the sales process. Students also learn how to develop negotiation skills, establish successful customer relationships, develop winning communication skills in a variety of presentation situations. This course is highly interactive and each student will be expected to fully participate online. Each student will be required to prepare and deliver a sales presentation as a part of this course.
Learn MoreProject management practitioners need to understand the established industry norms, methods, and practices for managing all stages of the project life cycle and its related processes. Students are introduced to the fundamental principles of project management, such as project strategy, selection, scheduling, risk management, quality assurance, performance measurement, audit and closure. By participating in discussions, analyzing readings, and conducting preliminary research, students acquire a working understanding of the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK).This course contains mandatory group work. We recommend viewing the course schedule immediately upon logging into the course to view course and group work requirements.
Learn MoreThis course is designed to provide participants with an introduction to management and leadership styles, and an opportunity to develop personal management skills. In today’s changing economic and political climate, the role of a manager/supervisor can be extremely demanding and complex. In addition to managing the many practical aspects of a business operation, they must provide leadership by motivating, empowering, and supporting staff. Topics include leading effectively, ethics, corporate social responsibility, diversity, and innovation.
Learn MorePersonality psychology is a branch of psychology that defines what personality is and how it influences our behaviour and actions. This course will seek to understand how personality is developed. Through an examination of current research and theories, the course will explore patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviour that make a person unique. Personality assessment and intelligence testing will be explored.
Learn MoreAnalyze the role of libraries in an information society, with emphasis on access to information, the organization and services of different types of libraries, and the roles of participants in the information industry. This course - OL376 Intro to Libraries is a prerequisite for all the courses in the Library and Information Technician Program. This course is potentially available for registration. PREREQUISITE: Acceptance into the Library and Information Technician Program. Complete program application www.ontariocolleges.ca To request to register for this course contact de@confederationcollege.ca
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