Program Courses

Courses

AB-107

Patient Care Theory I

The major emphasis of this course is placed on the responsibilities of the student in assessing, managing and transporting patients in stabilized conditions, emergency situations and situations that may become emergencies. Students will learn the assessment, pathophysiological processes and management of various medical and traumatic problems that may afflict pre-hospital patients.

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AB-113

Anatomy & Physiology I

This course is a general introduction to the structures and physiology that make up the human body. It provides the paramedic student with the basis for subsequent study of pathophysiology and patient care procedures.

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AB-115

Physical Education

This course is designed to provide the student with a general and job-specific level of fitness, enabling the student to meet the physical requirements of a Paramedic. Emphasis will be placed on cardiovascular fitness, strength, flexibility as well as safe lifting practices and an introduction to mental health wellness. Students will also benefit from the development, implementation, and monitoring of a personal training program. Additional components include the promotion of a healthy lifestyle, highlighting nutrition and stress management through physical activity and structured exercise.

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AB-118

Medico-Legal Aspect Patient Care

This course is designed to provide the student with the ability to apply relevant legislation and regulations enacted by Provincial and Federal Governments. The student will focus upon the accountability and responsibility of his/her own behaviours, by concentrating upon the legalities governing his/her professional duties. The student will understand his/her role as an advocate for patient rights to dignity, privacy, confidentiality, and consent/non consent to treatment.

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AB-119

Communication for Paramedics I

In this course, students will develop their oral and written communication skills. Students will learn medical terminology, the principles of accurate report writing, patient interview techniques and practice effective listening and communication skills. Students will also gain the knowledge and the ability to assess, plan and intervene appropriately and effectively regarding operational communication, interprofessional collaboration and patient interactions.

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AB-122

Paramedic Patient Care Skills Lab I

In this course, the student will acquire the skills required to perform patient assessments and perform patient care in accordance with Basic Life Support Patient Care Standards. The student will apply those skills for the provision of basic emergency care in various simulated laboratory settings. This course will provide students with the skills required to assess and manage patients in more complex scenarios in Semesters II and III.

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AB-208

Patient Care Theory II

This course is a continuation of Patient Care Theory I. The major emphasis of this course is placed on the responsibilities of the student in assessing, managing and transporting patients in stabilized conditions, emergency situations and situations that may become emergencies. Students will learn the assessment, pathophysiological processes and management of various medical and traumatic problems that may afflict pre-hospital patients including all Advanced Life Support Directives.

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AB-212

Pathophysiology in Emergency Medical Care

This course is designed for students who have a general understanding and working knowledge of the structure and function of the human body. Students will study how and why a disease develops and progresses across all spans of life from conception to death. The focus will be on pathophysiology of diseases and situations requiring emergency medical care.

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AB-214

Anatomy & Physiology II

This course is the second part of a two-part anatomy and physiology course for Paramedics. It is a continuation of study of structures and physiology that make up the human body. Running concurrently with pathophysiology and patient care skills lab II, it supports the learning within each of these courses.

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AB-216

Communication for Paramedics II

This course is designed to strengthen and refine students' skills in the communicating effectively, in both oral and written format, in the field of paramedicine. This course emphasizes paramedic-specific communication, conducting patient interviews, and Ambulance Call Report (ACR) completion. This course will also guide the student to be a confident and capable paramedic team leader who utilizes Crew Resource Management strategies to effectively run a team of paramedics and allied first responders. The student will also learn professional advocacy, resume and cover letter preparation, as well as strategies to protect personal safety during emergency medical service responses.

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AB-218

Physical Education II

This course is designed to further develop and maintain physical fitness attained in AB 115. During this second semester, students will participate in individually designed training programs as well as work to promote back care, correct posture, and employ proper biomechanics and safe techniques when lifting, positioning, and transporting simulated patients. Additionally, there will be a focus on leadership and teamwork as it pertains to performing the job of a Paramedic.

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AB-221

Resiliency Training for Paramedics

In this course, the student will learn about, and build upon, resiliency skills which will be used in their future practice as a paramedic. The student will learn about stress, performance anxiety, and how to preserve their mental health while operating as a member of a front-line emergency team. Additionally, strategies for maintaining peak performance under pressure will be discussed. Critical incident management, stress injuries, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder will be explored as will peer support and suicide prevention. Ultimately, this course prepares the student to learn positive coping skills and to have maximum career longevity as a Primary Care Paramedic.

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AB-222

Paramedic Patient Care Skills Lab II

In this course, the student will acquire the skills necessary to perform specific assessment and pre-hospital care interventions to victims of trauma and medical crises. The student will also learn how to recognize patient complications while on scene and during transport, and adopt strategies to minimize their impact on the patient. At the end of this course, the student will be able to demonstrate the ability to perform assessments, skills, and interventions related to the following patient conditions: adult cardiac arrest and post resuscitation care, anaphylaxis, respiratory emergencies, trauma and medical emergencies, acute pulmonary edema, suspected myocardial infarction, cardiac ischemia and hypoglycemia. The expectation is that the student will integrate theory and knowledge they have gained in past Paramedic Program courses, as they begin to care for more complex patient types.

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AB-318

Physical Education III

This course is designed to further develop and maintain physical fitness attained in AB 115 and AB 218. During this third semester, the focus will be on Paramedic physical-testing preparedness so that the student will feel confident and prepared when applying for Paramedic positions that require physical testing. These tests include, but are not limited to, Physical Abilities Testing (ARCON), and the Ottawa Paramedic Physical Abilities Testing (OPPAT). There will also be a continued focus on the biomechanics of safe lifting and moving of patients, as well as leadership and teamwork.

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AB-321

Patient Care Theory III

The major emphasis of this course is placed on the responsibilities of the paramedic in assessing, applying the pathophysiological processes, managing and transporting patients in stabilized conditions, and responding to situations that have or may become environmental, pediatric, obstetric or gynecological emergencies. This course is a continuation of Patient Care Theory II.

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AB-322

Patient Care Skills Lab III

This course is a continuation of Patient Care Skills Lab II. In this course the student will acquire the skills necessary to perform specific assessment and pre-hospital care inventions to HALO (High-Acuity, Low Occurrence) patient types. This will include management of environmental, pediatric, obstetric and neonatal emergencies. The student will learn how to recognize complications of these patient conditions and manage them on scene or during transport, minimizing their impact on patient condition. At the end of the course, the student will also be able to demonstrate skills related to the following situations: heat stroke/exhaustion, burns, aquatic and hypothermia emergencies. Infectious disease and hazardous material protocols will also be taught during this course.

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AB-325

Ambulance Operations

This course emphasizes techniques necessary to ensure driver and vehicle readiness for emergency service. Utilizing classroom and in-vehicle situations, students will acquire the skills required to operate a commercial vehicle, maintain emergency vehicles, prepare and safely operate an emergency vehicle, and drive defensively. The techniques required to work effectively with other emergency response personnel will be emphasized throughout the course. This course requires the student to have a current and valid Class 'G' license prior to the first day of class.

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AB-327

Pharmacology for Paramedics

This course is designed for the paramedic student to develop skill, proficiency and understanding of common prescription, over-the counter, and Primary Care Paramedic scope of practice medications. Learning will be based around drug classifications and indications, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, drug safety and dosage calculations, and legal responsibilities of the paramedic during drug administration. Advanced Care Paramedic scope of practice medications will also be explored.

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AB-329

Advanced Skills for Primary Care Paramedics

This course provides the student with the knowledge and skills of a Primary Care Paramedic with Autonomous IV training. Building on Medical Directives learned in the second semester, the student will learn how to safely and effectively provide intravenous therapy and IV medications to simulated ill and injured patients. This course will also teach the knowledge and skills for a Primary Care Paramedic with Autonomous IV training to function as a partner to an Advanced Care Paramedic. Leadership, teamwork and professionalism will be emphasized in a learning environment that focuses on practical skills and scenarios.

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AB-432

Paramedic: Hospital Clinical

Students will apply theoretical and practical concepts of previous courses through observation and participation in various selected hospital clinical areas. Students will gain an understanding of the role of hospital staff in the continuing care of pre-hospital patients. This clinical experience will provide opportunities for the Paramedic student to see the influence of pre-hospital care as part of the greater continuum of patient care. It provides a supervised opportunity for assessments and skills development with a key member of a health care team. The following clinical areas may be utilized: Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Coronary Care Unit (CCU), Recovery Room, Emergency Department (ED), Labour and Delivery – Nursery, Pediatrics Unit, and St. Joseph’s Care Group Safe Sobering Site. Any patient care provided by the Paramedic student will be performed under the direct supervision of a Hospital Clinical Guide assigned to the clinical area, with additional oversight by a Confederation College Hospital Clinical Instructor.

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AB-434

Paramedic: Ambulance Field Placement

This course provides the student with a concentrated period of ambulance field experience to further develop the ability to assess and meet the needs of the patient. Under the direct supervision of a paramedic preceptor crew, the student will review, participate in, and analyze emergency situations, which will form a basis for entry to professional paramedic practice.

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AB-437

Paramedic Leadership and Professionalism

This course prepares the student to function as ethical, reflective, and professional Primary Care Paramedic clinicians while developing foundational leadership and teaching skills required for their future role as a paramedic field preceptor. Emphasis is placed on professional conduct, ethical decision-making, communication, emotional intelligence, conflict management, wellness, reflective practice, and preceptorship readiness within the paramedic practice environment.

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AC-102

Introductory Accounting I

This course is an introduction to accounting with an emphasis on accounting standards for private enterprises. Students will examine the topics of recording and summarizing transactions, preparing worksheets, preparing adjusting and closing entries, and preparing financial statements. Proprietorships, corporations, service and merchandising entities will be introduced. Students will apply their knowledge of basic accounting procedures to make financial business decisions.

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AC-111

Introduction to Financial Accounting

In this course, students will be introduced to the accounting cycle and the preparation of financial statements. Topics include: preparing journal entries to record transactions and adjustments; preparing worksheets; preparing financial statements; accounting for merchandising activities; and valuing inventory.

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AC-202

Introductory Accounting II

This course is a continuation of Introductory Accounting I. The student will apply accounting principles to cash and short-term investments, receivables, inventory, non-current assets and current liabilities.

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AC-220

Applied Financial Analysis

In this course, students will analyze the income statement and the balance sheet by examining relevant ratios and accounting principles. Students will project financial consequences of decisions and ideas with CVP analysis. Students will prepare a cost benefit analysis and learn how to calculate a projected return on investment. The impact on financial statements of a marketing campaign will be analyzed in a written report.

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AC-221

Life Choices Money Matters

Setting life goals, establishing personal budgeting plans and monitoring progress are essential activities for personal financial success. In this course, the student will learn and apply basic concepts for investment strategies, managing credit, income tax planning, assessing insurance needs, estate planning and planning for eventual retirement.

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AC-222

Computer Accounting

Simply Accounting 2009 for Windows is an integrated accounting software package designed to simplify bookkeeping functions using double entry accounting. Transactions are recorded in accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll sub-ledgers, and the general ledger. Transactions are recorded using a periodic and perpetual inventory format, and revenues and expenses are allocated to a particular job, activity, or cost centre. A manual set of accounting records are converted to a computerized accounting system, and various financial statements and other reports are generated in the Simply Accounting and Excel formats. Please contact the College bookstore for text information @ 807 475-6225. If you would like to take this course from home (Virtual College), please contact us at 807 475-6550.

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AC-223

Financial Accounting II

Students will apply accounting principles to select assets and liabilities as well as the capital/equity transactions involving individuals, partnerships, and corporations. In addition, students will learn the purpose and compute common types of financial statement analysis.

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AC-224

Spreadsheet Management

In this course, students will have exposure to a comprehensive windows-based financial spreadsheet package to enhance their problem solving abilities. The package used will be Microsoft Excel for Windows. The student will use this as a tool to prepare various reports and presentations and applications which can be transferred in work commonly performed in the modern office. Students will gain hands on experience in learning and understanding the software, as well as creating and developing spreadsheet applications. Students will develop and enhance spreadsheets, charts, data lists, tables, macros and perform what-if analysis.

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AC-312

Auditing I

This course provides an introduction to the auditing principles and procedures that are applicable to external audits. Topics include the ethical and legal environment, audit objectives, audit evidence, audit planning, internal control, the audit program and reporting. Students will apply their skills in developing an auditor's report.

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AC-313

Income Tax I

This course is an introduction to the basic principles of income taxation in Canada. Students will learn the terminology associated with the Income Tax Act, the criteria for income tax liability, and the fundamentals of income determination. Students will apply the income tax rules applicable to the five sources of income to individuals. Students will use these rules to prepare a personal income tax return using tax software.

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AC-331

Intermediate Accounting I

In this course, students will acquire a comprehensive overview of topics and concepts in financial accounting at an intermediate level of complexity. They will learn about the accounting standards and conceptual framework for private and publicly accountable enterprises by completing, identifying and applying the proper presentation and disclosure requirements for financial statements under IFRS and ASPE (with a primary focus on ASPE). Students will focus on the asset section of the balance sheet and examine such topics as cash and receivables, inventory, investments, property, plant, and equipment, intangible assets, and goodwill.

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AC-332

Management Accounting I

In this course, students will be introduced to management accounting, a form of accounting used by managers to plan, control, and make decisions regarding operations. Among others, topics will include analysis of cost behaviour, cost-volume-profit analysis, product costing, budgeting, and relevant costs for decision making.

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AC-333

Finance I

In this course, students will examine the goals and objectives of financial management with an emphasis on decision making. Students will evaluate data to prepare estimates, apply working capital management techniques, evaluate sources of short-term financing, calculate value and rate of return, and calculate the cost of capital.

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AC-345

Accounting Practices I

In this course, students will: utilize Sage 50 to complete introductory bookkeeping, prepare supporting working papers, and create general purpose financial statements.

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AC-353

Intermediate Accounting I

In this course, students will review and expand on accounting concepts and procedures. The Canadian financial reporting environment and conceptual framework will be discussed. This course will focus on financial statements in an IFRS environment. Other topics include revenue recognition, cash, and receivables, applying both IFRS and ASPE standards.

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AC-415

Management Accounting I

This course is an introduction to managerial accounting, a form of accounting used by managers to plan, control, and make decisions regarding operations. Topics include the business environment for managerial accounting; cost terms, concepts, and classifications; cost behaviour; job-order costing; budgeting; standard costs and overhead analysis; and decision-making.

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AC-416

Income Tax II

This course is a continuation of Income Tax I. Students will apply the rules related to net income, taxable income and the taxation of corporations. Students will use the ProFile tax program to prepare a corporate tax return and select schedules. Students will also apply their knowledge to select issues in coroprate taxation and to commodity tax and payroll requirements.

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AC-431

Intermediate Accounting II

In this course, students will continue with intermediate level topics and concepts in financial accounting relating to the financial statement elements that were not examined in the pre-requisite course: AC331. Students will focus on shareholders’ equity, earnings per share, leases, pensions, liabilities, complex financial instruments, income taxes, accounting changes, and other measurement and disclosure issues. The students will be required to identify and apply the proper disclosure requirements for financial statements under IFRS and ASPE (with a primary focus on ASPE). Public Sector Accounting Standards will also be introduced.

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AC-434

Accounting Information Systems

In this course, students will learn the core concepts and use of computer-based information systems in management and accounting. The knowledge acquired will allow students to make informed decisions about the application of information technology.

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AC-435

Taxation I

In this course, students will acquire a basic working knowledge of the Canadian income tax system as it applies to individuals. Students will become familiar with theoretical concepts and technical rules in the Income Tax Act and put them to use in practical ways throughout the course including the preparation of personal income tax returns.

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AC-445

Accounting Practices II

In this course, students will utilize Xero to complete increasingly complicated accounting and bookkeeping for corporations.

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AC-453

Intermediate Accounting II

This course is a continuation of AC353. The course will focus on the remaining assets of the statement of financial position and will also introduce critical concepts regarding the liabilities and shareholders’ equity accounts. Topics include inventory; investments; property, plant, and equipment; depreciation, impairment, and disposition; intangible assets and goodwill; non-financial and current liabilities; long-term financial liabilities; and shareholders’ equity.

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AC-454

Finance I

The course examines the goals and objectives of financial management with emphasis on decision making. Topics relate to financial statement analysis, forecasting trends, working capital management, and sources of short-term financing .

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AC-458

Management Information Systems

This course introduces the student to the use of computer-based information systems in management. Topics surveyed include hardware and software of computer systems; file and database organization; networks and telecommunications; the systems development process; designing information systems solutions; systems security and controls; and the management of information systems. Computer software is used to provide illustration and practice in database concepts.

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AC-507

Management Accounting II

In this course, the student is introduced to various managerial accounting topics, namely cost-volume-profit relationships, process costing, activity-based costing, absorption and variable costing, capital budgeting decisions, and organizational structure and performance measurement. Computerized spreadsheets are developed for specific applications and what-if analysis.

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AC-509

Auditing

In this course, students will focus on the role and professional responsibilities of public accountants, the planning and design of audit engagements, fundamentals of audit sampling, and audit testing.

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AC-533

Management Accounting II

In this course, students will examine how accounting information is used within organizations to plan, monitor, and control. Students will analyze, organize, and utilize managerial accounting data pertaining to cost systems to assess a situation, identify issues and alternatives, and formulate recommendations.

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AC-535

Taxation II

In this course, students will build upon the outcomes achieved in Taxation I. Students will learn to apply the technical rules in the Income Tax Act to the calculation of corporate taxes payable and to basic tax planning situations for individuals and corporations. Students will also prepare corporate income tax returns.

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AC-540

Not for Profit and Public Sector Accounting

This course provides an in-depth look at accounting concepts related to not-for-profit organizations (NFPOs), including financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow management, and financial statement analysis. Also included is an overview of tax compliance for registered charities.

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AC-545

Accounting Practices III

Quickbooks Online will be utilized to complete increasingly complicated accounting and bookkeeping for a corporation. Additionally, skills will be further developed in the areas of data analysis and identification of nonignorable missing data.

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AC-553

Intermediate Accounting III

This course is a continuation of AC 453. Financial accounting provides information primarily for decision makers outside the entity. Specialized areas such as complex debt and equity instruments, accounting for corporate income tax and for tax losses, leases, post-employment benefits, earnings per share, and accounting changes will be studied.

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AC-554

Finance II

This course is a continuation of Finance I. Topics include calculating value, rate of return and the cost of capital; evaluating capital budgeting alternatives; assessing risk for capital budgeting decisions; evaluating medium- and long-term debt, and leasing; analyzing equity financing options; and considering dividend policy and derivative securities as part of a long-term financing strategy.

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AC-557

Finance II

In this course, students will examine risk and the capital budgeting decision process; capital markets and investment underwriting; long-term debt and lease financing; common and preferred stock financing; dividend policy; derivative securities; and the expanding perspective of corporate finance through mergers and international financial management.

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AC-605

Work Placement

This 15 week work placement with a private or public sector establishment will provide the student with the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge and skills to the practical workplace. Students will be required to contribute an on-line discussion group during placement, to respond to questions posed, and to share workplace experiences.

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AC-606

Work Placement Prep

In this course, students will be introduced to the expectations of the professional office in their upcoming accounting work placement. The course will delve into the importance of confidentiality in the workplace and various career skills, including the soft skills of communication, adaptability, work ethic, and interpersonal skills, including workplace conflict resolution techniques.

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AD-101

Motivational Interviewing

Motivational interviewing is a client-centered, collaborative conversation style for strengthening a person's own motivation to change. This course will examine the foundational principles and practices of motivational interviewing in addictions and mental health. Students will learn how to apply the values, processes and skills of this approach to promote client behaviour change for individuals with a mental illness and/or addiction. This course is potentially available for registration. PREREQUISITE: Acceptance into the Addiction and Mental Health Graduate Certificate. Complete program application www.ontariocolleges.ca To request to register for this course contact de@confederationcollege.ca

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AF-102

Flight Training for PPL

This introductory course will develop the fundamental aircraft handing techniques, knowledge, and attitudes required for the student to safely fly their first solo circuit fight. This foundation will then be built upon with the student transitioning into performance take-offs and landings.

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AF-103

Preparatory Ground Instruction

This course introduces students to the fundamental principles of flying and how they will relate to flight training. This includes a mixture of theory to support flight basics, and procedures to apply while completing specified training maneuvers as outlined in the Flight Training Manual and the Pilot Operating Handbook.

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AF-111

Ground School for Private Pilot Licence

This is an introductory ground school course which exceeds the Transport Canada minimum requirements for private pilot ground school. In this course students will study the subjects of Air Law, Navigation, Meteorology, and General Knowledge as they prepare to write the Transport Canada Private Pilot Licence exam (PPAER)

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AF-115

Aircraft Systems and Operations

In this introductory course students explore various light aircraft systems. Students gain a practical knowledge of the systems, their operation, and approved procedures. The operations portion of this course introduces aircraft handling, safety considerations, company procedures, emergency handling, and our safety management system.

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AF-150

Human Factors

This course is designed to increase awareness and understanding of the human factors involved in the aviation industry. It does this in two ways: It examines the human factors involved in risk and the different levels of risk management. It also examines stress and other medical facts as they pertain to performance in an aircraft. The possibility of accident or incidents as a result of pilot error should be minimized as the student will have the opportunity to examine his/her current values and behaviours. This course also encourages a healthy lifestyle so that the student will be able to withstand the demanding physical stress of commercial flying.

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AF-200

Advanced Ground School

The course is designed to expand the students' understanding of Navigation, Meteorology, Flight Instruments and operational procedures. The student is introduced to additional navigational techniques, navigational resources, private pilot flight test standards and in-depth practical emergency scenarios.

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AF-203

Preparatory Ground Instruction II

This course continues to develop fundamental theory and procedures to assist flight training for the private pilot licence. Students will continue to examine and discuss the flight maneuvers from the Flight Training Manual and Pilot Operating Handbook that were not introduced in AF 103.

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AF-204

Applied Aviation Technology

Advanced technology as found on modern aircraft will be introduced, including instrumentation, GPS displays, and autopilots. Avionics equipment, operation and applications will be reviewed and practiced. Services available to pilots will be investigated. Integration of Foreflight into flight procedures will be examined and applied.

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AF-205

Pilot Decisions & Human Factors

This course is designed to increase awareness and understanding of the human factors involved in the aviation industry. It does this in two ways: It examines the human factors involved in risk and the different levels of risk management. It also examines the factors that affect the human body such as stress, fatigue, medications, etc. and how they pertain to a pilot's performance in an aircraft. The students will also explore pilot decision making, with an introduction into risk management and crew resource management. They will investigate how the decisions made by pilots directly relate to flight performance and safety, and how a pilot should use all the resources available to them to make an informed decision. This course provides students an opportunity to examine their personal attitudes, values, and behaviours in order to minimize the possibility of aviation occurrences. This will be compared to the view of pilots by industry, and what the actual expectations / responsibilities are.

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AF-220

Winter Survival

This course is designed to prepare a student for a downed aircraft situation under various scenarios. Focus will be primarily on extreme cold temperature conditions of winter in Northern Canada. Students will be taught essentials necessary for survival until rescue arrives. The course consists of classroom training, plus two outdoor exercises and a weekend outdoor overnight survival exercise.

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AF-222

Flight Training for Private Pilot Licence (PPL)

This course is the continuation of flight training from the first solo flight to the successful completion of the college proficiency flight test, and the accompanying Transport Canada flight test for the Private Pilot licence.

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AF-250

Pilot Decision Making

The course is the study of pilot decision making, risk management, crew resource management and how they directly relate to flight performance and safety. It provides students an opportunity to examine their personal attitudes, current values and behaviours. This will be compared to the view of pilots by industry, and what the actual expectations/responsibilities are.

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AF-278

Health and Wellness for Aviation

In this course, students will be introduced to the concepts of wellness and provided practical strategies for developing and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Through theory, practical fitness training, and self-evaluation, students will address nutrition, healthy sleep habits, stress management, and personal responsibility for their own health and wellness. The students will develop strategies to implement effective fitness programs to assist them in preventing injury and disease while maintaining occupational health standards.

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AF-316

Navigation and Cross Country Flying

This course commences commercial flight training. The student receives advanced training that will build upon their private pilot knowledge and skills in an effort to further their development towards a commercial pilot standard. Crew resource management, pilot decision making, professionalism, flying abilities and flight planning will be enhanced through dual, solo and mutual navigation exercises ranging from uncontrolled to high-density aerodromes. In addition, students will safely transition to a Cessna 172 model not used primarily for previous private pilot training, while also demonstrating a working knowledge of the differences in aircraft models (NXi, S, G1000) with respect to systems, speeds, and limitations.

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AF-350

Airmanship

This course prepares the student with skills and knowledge they need to be successful through their third flying semester which is largely solo and cross-country time. Students will familiarize themselves with Confederation College’s entire fleet of aircraft, college policies and safety practices, cross-country flight planning and considerations, and their own capabilities. Focus will be placed on decision-making and a high sense of self discipline.

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AF-408

Safety Management Systems (SMS) and Threat and Error Management (TEM)

In this course, students build onto the skills and abilities they developed in AF 205: Pilot Decision Making and Human Factors by applying safety concepts onto human performance. The principles, necessity, and functions of a safety management system (SMS), as they relate to all aviation operators, will be examined. Students participate in a safety management system and explore industry-wide safety culture and Transport Canada regulations regarding SMS. Threat and error management (TEM) is also applied to practical scenarios which provides students the opportunity to gain skills in workload and risk management.

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AF-411

Ground School for Commercial Pilot Licence

This ground school course will prepare the student to write the Transport Canada CPAER exam, Commercial Pilot Licence – Aeroplane. It will introduce new material and expand on knowledge and skills obtained in pre-and co-requisite courses. Subjects will include Licensing Requirements, Canadian Aviation Regulations, Airframes, Engines and Systems, Meteorology, Flight Instruments, Navigation, Flight Operations, Human Factors, Aerodynamics and Theory of Flight.

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AF-412

Engines and Systems

This course will provide the learner with an enhanced understanding of aircraft systems, engines, structures, flight controls and instrumentation in both simple and complex aircraft. AF412 provides the learner with a thorough foundation in turbine engines and their operation.

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AF-413

Preparatory Ground Instruction III

This course continues to re-enforce the fundamentals of flight procedures and techniques, while also introducing more complex commercial level flight exercises. Students will examine and discuss advanced flight manoeuvres from the Flight Training Manual and Pilot Operating Handbook, in order to excel in the flight training environment.

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AF-414

IFR Ground School

IFR ground school will introduce the requirements of instrument flight as they pertain to General Operating and Flight Rules. An understanding of instrument flying and the associated rules and procedures are important for all pilots to understand. Students will be required to successfully complete the Transport Canada INRAT exam as part of the course.

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AF-416

Flight Training for CPL

This is a flight training course subsequent to the summer flight training. Night training begins early in the semester and continues throughout. Advanced instrument training along with commercial level airwork and navigation continues in this semester and will further enhance the competence of the students, working towards the Transport Canada commercial flight test.

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AF-504

Air Carrier Operations

This course examines commercial air carrier operations in Canada. 701, 702, 703, 704, and 705 operators and their structures will be discussed. Appropriate Canadian Aviation Regulations, Transport Canada training requirements, and company operations will be covered. This course is designed to assist the student in the transition from academics into the operational aviation industry. Students will complete assignments to increase their knowledge of the regulations and current aviation issues as well as participate in exercises to improve their awareness of employer expectations and customer service.

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AF-505

The Business of Aviation

In this course, students will learn about the role of the pilot in the business of aviation and understand the role and hands-on influence a pilot has on economic efficiency towards the operation of aircraft that will help airlines regardless of size achieve their business objectives and remain competitive.

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AF-506

Flight Training for CPL

The flight training in this semester is to prepare the students for their commercial flight test. Instrument training is completed as well as the night flying. Flight training exercises are practiced to exceed the performance criteria established in the Transport Canada Commercial Flight Test Guide.

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AF-507

Crew Resource Management

This course will give the student a base of knowledge of the operation environment that can be expected upon entering the workforce, from both a safety and a human factor perspective.

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AF-514

Advanced Commercial Ground School

The focus of this course is the investigation and understanding of instrument flying, with reference to commercial air carrier flight operations (CAR's series 700). Students will examine IFR rules and procedures, consider weather criteria, and apply the contents of the Canada Air Pilot to various scenarios.

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AF-530

Advanced Aeronautics

This course will prepare the student to write the Transport Canada IATRA (Aeroplane Type Rating for Two-Crew or Cruise Relief Pilot) exam. It will introduce new material, and confirm and expand on knowledge and skills obtained in pre-and co-requisite courses covering information outlined in the TC IATRA Study & Reference Guide. Subjects will include Licensing/Testing Requirements, Air Law & Procedures, Airframes, Engines, Propellers & Systems, Meteorology, Flight instruments, Navigation, Radio Communications & Navigation Aids, Flight Operations, Theory of Flight and Human Factors.

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AF-540

Instructional Techniques/Effective Leadership

This course will serve as an introduction to the instructional techniques as they relate to the Transport Canada Flight Instructor Rating as well as provide a foundation for aviation leadership. A leader is someone whose ideas and actions influence the thoughts and behaviors of others. An instructor, a line pilot, a Training Captain, and a Chief Pilot can all be leaders. For the potential flight instructor and those wishing to become involved in company training, various types of learners will be explored, as well as the leadership skills required to best support students and fellow pilots.

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AF-578

Health and Wellness for Aviation II

A continuation of Health and Wellness 1, this course builds on the concepts of wellness and provides further strategies for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. practical fitness training will further develop cardiovascular health, muscular endurance and core strength. The student will develop mechanisms for stress management, substance abuse awareness and injury prevention in personal and occupational environments.

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AL-100

Indigenous Language and Culture

In this course, students will experience an introduction to the development of oral language and culture. Students will explore vocabulary related to conversational topics, the writing systems and relationship of language to cultural expression and revitalization.

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AL-101

Beginning Anishinaabemowin Conversation I

In this course, students will be engaged in speaking and developing skills in the Anishinaabemowin language with an emphasis on everyday conversation. Students are immersed in the language in a meaningful Anishinabek cultural context, learning of the land and the environment. Some of the varieties of hands-on language activities include arts and crafts, games, talking circles, and informal basic conversations.

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AL-102

Anishinaabemowin Structure I

In this course, students will be introduced to the structure of the Anishinaabemowin language and build on the grammar and vocabulary from the Anishinaabemowin Conversation course. Study of the language structure includes; gender, inflection and derivation of words of nouns and verbs, other verb forms, number, tense, and other basic parts of speech. The writing systems, Phonetics, Roman Orthography and Syllabics introduced.

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AL-103

Anishinaabe Culture and the Land 1

In the course, students will focus on the Anishinaabe holistic experiential way of life including both contemporary and traditional practices. Through observation, listening and practicing, students will discover how the spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical connects to the well-being of the individual and the cultural group of the community and land. New vocabulary is introduced through the identification and discussion of values, beliefs, survival skills, harvesting, medicinal values and edible food.

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AL-104

Anishinaabe Legends, Storytelling and Songs 1

In this course, students will be introduced to the Anishinaabe origin stories, cosmology, morals and principles through legends, storytelling, superstitions, songs and lullabies. A variety of experiential learning opportunities are offered including performing storytelling sessions, retelling legends, drumming and singing in the language. As the students learn to speak the Anishinaabemowin language, they will have the opportunity to apply and retell their personal stories and experiences on a language-learning journey that will include mistakes, laughter and fun.

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AL-105

Interactive Anishinaabemowin 1

In this course, students will practice conversational Anishinaabemowin with other Anishinaabemowin speakers. Structured and informal debates, questions and answers provide for diversity in language learning. Students will be introduced to audio, video and digital language learning media technology to create language learning development resources.

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AL-106

Anishinaabe Ceremonies 1

In this course, students will be introduced to Anishinaabe cultural ceremonies, worldviews, philosophies, identities, and socials that are common to many Indigenous communities. The Indigenous Peoples in Canada are far more diverse than is usually represented in the media; it is very important to keep in mind that each community, Nation, and clan has customs that are specific to it. Students develop conceptual and personal frameworks to understand the relationship of Indigenous identity to cultural, social, spiritual and personal values by utilizing the ceremonial practices.

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AL-201

Beginning Anishinaabemowin Conversation 2

In this course, students continue to speak and to develop the vocabulary of the Anishinaabemowin language. Students participate in more complex language activities such as arts and crafts, games, talking circles, and informal basic conversations. This course provides the opportunity to expand the vocabulary of everyday conversation through a variety of language activities with an emphasis on greetings, weather terms, time, days, months, seasons, number, commands and names of the items for vocabulary development.

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AL-202

Anishinaabemowin Structure 2

In this course, students continue a more in-depth study of the structure and grammar of the Anishinaabemowin language. Vocabulary learned in other program courses is examined and analysed. The analysis and use of the writing systems of phonetics, roman orthography and syllabics continue. Parts of speech are studied in more detail and a combination of inflected words examined.

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