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Department: Academic/Career Preparation
Program Delivery Location: Merritt, Vancouver, Community Based
Credential: BC Adult Graduation Diploma
Format: Full-Time, Part-Time
Start Dates: September, January, May

College Readiness

The College Readiness program offers courses designed to help adults obtain prerequisite skills for entry to NVIT career/technical and/or academic programs. College Readiness is designed for the adult learner who did not complete high school or who needs to review high school level academic skills before advancing to post-secondary level study. Courses in the program help learners develop skills in reading, writing, study skills, mathematics and science at fundamental provincial levels (literacy/numeracy through grade 12).

With a focus on helping learners apply effective learning and study skills to the development of academic competencies various instructional approaches and methods are used. Learners receive regular feedback about their progress and are given helpful guidance along the way. Instructors and instructional support professionals are available to provide on-going individual help and support. A primary goal is to help learners to develop and achieve their own learning potential, to take control of their learning and to know how to access support.

Some of the College Readiness courses are offered during evening sessions. Many of the classes fill quickly and as such interested learners are encouraged to register early for courses!

For information regarding scheduling and course availability contact the department head.

Admission Requirements

Applicants are subject to general NVIT admission requirements. All learners who apply for admission to the CR program are assessed in reading, writing and mathematical skill areas. Applicants may need to meet with an Academic Planner to determine placement into courses at levels appropriate to their current abilities based on the results of these assessments. Applicants should complete assessments and registration before the first day of classes.

Notes:

College Readiness courses are tuition-free. However, learners must pay the applicable Student Activity fees and associated lab fees in computer and science courses (see Fee Schedule). Adult learners who need financial assistance for books and other expenses and who do not qualify for social agency funding may apply to the Adult Basic Education Student Assistance Program (ABESAP). Please direct ABESAP inquires to the Financial/Academic Planners. A number of social/government agencies also sponsor or assist students.

Courses within this program can be used to qualify a learner for the BC Adult Graduation Diploma, which is the adult student equivalent of a High School Diploma. For more information about eligibility, please refer to the BC Adult Graduation Diploma information www.bced.gov.bc.ca or speak with the department head.

College Readiness courses at NVIT are provincially articulated and are therefore transferable to other BC post-secondary colleges and institutes.

Qualifying Courses

BIOL-050 - General Biology

BIOL-060 - Human Biology

BIOL-061 - Introduction to Life Sciences

CHEM-050 - Advanced Chemistry

CHEM-060 - Provincial Level Chemistry

COMP-030 - Computer Studies - Fundamental Level

COMP-040 - Introduction to Computers

COMP-050 - Computer Studies - Advanced Level

COMP-060 - Computer Studies - Provincial Level

CRLS-050 - College Readiness (Advanced)

CRLS-060 - (Provincial) - College Readiness Learning Skills

ENGL-020 - Fundamental English - Reading

ENGL-030 - Fundamental English - Writing

ENGL-040 - Reading Comprehension

ENGL-050 - Writing Skills

ENGL-054 - Communications for Health Care

ENGL-060 - Literature and Composition

ENGL-090 - English Seminar

INST-050 - Indigenous Studies I

INST-060 - Indigenous Studies II

MATH-020 - ALFM Level I & II

MATH-030 - ALFM LEVEL III & IV

MATH-040 - ALFM LEVEL V & VI

MATH-041 - Introductory Algebra I

MATH-050 - Introduction to Algebra

MATH-051 - Intermediate Algebra

MATH-053 - Business/Technical Mathematics

MATH-055 - Introduction to Algebra II

MATH-057 - Intermediate Algebra I

MATH-059 - Intermediate Algebra II

MATH-060 - Provincial Level Math I

MATH-061 - Provincial Level Math II

MATH-063 - Algebra & Trigonometry

MATH-065 - Calculus

NSYL-050 - Nsyilxcen I

NSYL-060 - Nsyilxcen II

PHYS-050 - Advanced Physics

PHYS-060 - Physics - Provincial Level

READ-040 - Introductory Reading Skills

READ-050 - Basic Reading Skills

READ-060 - Provincial Reading Skills

SCIE-040 - Science - Intermediate Level

SCIE-061 - Ecoliteracy

TRAN-050 - Transition I

BC Adult Graduation Diploma Completion Plan

The courses that need to be completed for the Diploma include:

ENGL 060 or ENGL 12/English 12 First Peoples; and
MATH 057 or 059 or MATH 11; and
Three additional qualifying courses at the provincial (Grade 12) level or higher, OR INST 050 and two provincial (Grade 12) level or higher qualifying courses.

BIOL-060 - Human Biology

CHEM-060 - Provincial Level Chemistry

ENGL-060 - Literature and Composition

INST-050 - Indigenous Studies I

INST-060 - Indigenous Studies II

MATH-057 - Intermediate Algebra I

MATH-059 - Intermediate Algebra II

MATH-060 - Provincial Level Math I

MATH-061 - Provincial Level Math II

STSC-101 - Strategies for Success

Course Listing for this program

BIOL-050 - Credits: 0.000
General Biology
This course covers the basic principles of biology, detailing biological processes and diversity with respect to ecology and evolution. BIOL 050 covers the Core Topics for Biology: Advanced Level set out in the A.B.E. B.C. Articulation Handbook http://www.aved.gov.bc.ca/abe/docs/handbook.pdf. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: SCIE 040 / or advisor assessed equivalent or permission of instructor.

BIOL-060 - Credits: 0.000
Human Biology
This BC ABE - Provincial Level biology course focuses on the study of life processes. They are examined from the molecular to the organ system levels. Cell structure and function is studied microscopically and with respect to its biochemistry. The majority of the course concerns itself with human anatomy and physiology with an in-depth study of selected organ systems. These systems are studied macroscopically with functional aspects examined at the molecular level. Laboratory exercises will be an integral part of this course. BIOL 060 covers the Core Topics for Biology: Provincial Level (Human Biology) set out in the A.B.E. B.C. Articulation Handbook http://www.aved.gov.bc.ca/abe/docs/handbook.pdf. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: BIOL 050 / or permission of instructor.

BIOL-061 - Credits: 0.000
Introduction to Life Sciences
This BC ABE - Provincial Level biology course is for students entering the ERT program at NVIT, or who are planning on majoring in general sciences or general biology. The students will be introduced to the fundamentals of living systems, including plant/animal structure and function with emphasis placed on adaptation to changes in the environment. Laboratory work is intended to complement material covered in lectures. BIOL 061 covers the Core Topics for Biology: Provincial Level (Ecology) set out in the A.B.E. B.C. Articulation Handbook http://www.aved.gov.bc.ca/abe/docs/handbook.pdf. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: or permission of instructor. / BIOL 050

CHEM-050 - Credits: 0.000
Advanced Chemistry
Chemistry is an essential part of our everyday world. A knowledge and understanding of its principles is the basis on which applications in health, environment, and industrial development are founded. This chemistry course will foster an understanding of chemistry as a vital part of a sustainable society and provide a basis for further academic and career/vocational training. Topics include measurement, the periodic table, atomic structures, reactions and solutions. CHEM 050 covers the Core Topics for Chemistry: Advanced Level set out in A.B.E. in the B.C. Articulation Handbook http://www.aved.gov.bc.ca/abe/docs/handbook.pdf. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: SCIE 040 / MATH-057 / or Science 10 and/or Foundations of Math 11 or instructor permission.

CHEM-060 - Credits: 0.000
Provincial Level Chemistry
Chemistry is an essential part of our everyday world. A knowledge and understanding of its principles is the basis on which applications in health, environment, and industrial development are founded. This chemistry course will foster an understanding of chemistry as a vital part of a sustainable society and provide a basis for further academic and career/vocational training. Topics include equilibrium, acids and bases, gas laws, and oxidation and reduction. CHEM 060 covers the Core Topics for Chemistry: Provincial Level set out in the A.B.E. B.C. Articulation Handbook http://www.aved.gov.bc.ca/abe/docs/handbook.pdf More Details on this course
Prerequisites: CHEM 050 / MATH-059 / or Chemistry 11 and/or Math 11 or Pre-Calculus 11 or permission of instructor.

COMP-030 - Credits: 0.000
Computer Studies - Fundamental Level
Computers are a pervasive part of daily life in personal, work and educational situations. Computer skills are introduced at the fundamental level to help students gain the confidence to perform basic computer operations. Topics include keyboarding, basic knowledge of computers, word processing and electronic communication. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: Instructor permission or advisor assessed equivalent.

COMP-040 - Credits: 0.000
Introduction to Computers
Computers are a pervasive part of daily life in personal, work and educational environments. The goal of an intermediate level computer course is to introduce adult learners to the use of the computer as a tool so that they will become more self-confident and therefore be able to function more efficiently with a computer. Topics include keyboarding, introduction to computers, operating systems, word processing and electronic communications. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: COMP 030 / instructor permission, or advisor assessed equivalent.

COMP-050 - Credits: 0.000
Computer Studies - Advanced Level
The goals of Computer Studies at the Advanced Level are to provide students with a survey of the major applications of computers, to develop an understanding of computers and concepts to aid the students' employment opportunities, personal productivity, and to enable students to acquire skills to contribute to, and participate productively in society. Topics include hardware, system components, memory and storage, input and output, operation, computers in society, word processing and the internet. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: COMP 040 / or instructor permission or advisor assessed equivalent.

COMP-060 - Credits: 0.000
Computer Studies - Provincial Level
The goals for this Provincial Level Computing Studies course will focus on computer applications and developing problem solving/critical thinking skills utilizing computer application software as a tool. Towards this end, project work will be emphasized. Topics can include current technologies, publishing, advanced spreadsheets, database management, networking and programming. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: COMP 050 / or instructor permission or advisor assessed equilvalent.

CRLS-050 - Credits: 0.000
College Readiness (Advanced)
This course is designed to prepare students with the skills to successfully pursue higher education and/or employment. The holistic approach to career preparation ventures around the development of skills that will strengthen each student's personal wellness and learning skills. The curriculum and activities in this course focus on building self-esteem, securing cultural identity, establishing healthy life skills, and acquiring effective learning, study and employment skills. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: None

CRLS-060 - Credits: 0.000
(Provincial) - College Readiness Learning Skills
This course provides students with the necessary knowledge in areas of reading, public speaking, and writing to assist students to become successful at the college academic level. The course covers a variety of topics including personal development, study habits and methodology, and current views of Aboriginal issues from a holistic perspective. The curriculum focuses on cultural history, roles and responsibilities of First Nations in higher education, and the practice of effective learning and study skills. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: or, Advisor assessed equivalent. / CRLS 050 (Advanced)

ENGL-020 - Credits: 0.000
Fundamental English - Reading
This course integrates communicative and adaptive skills to enable students to develop effective strategies for interacting with other people in a variety of situations, for problem solving and for responding to information. Readings allow a student to evaluate personal knowledge and experiences. Additional support is available outside of class. Reading comprehension skills and strategies developed in this course enables students to focus on written communication of information and ideas for future English courses. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: Assessed Placement.

ENGL-030 - Credits: 0.000
Fundamental English - Writing
This course will focus on the written communication of information and ideas in a variety of practical situations and in a variety of forms. Core writing skills are developed, specifically grammatical structures, punctuation, spelling and handwriting. Reading skills and strategies developed in English 020 will clearly overlap and compliment those accomplished in this course. General learning skills will continue to be enhanced for students, including communicative skills and adaptive strategies. As with English 020, the course is facilitated by instruction and support to varying degrees. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: ENGL-020 / or Assessed Placement

ENGL-040 - Credits: 0.000
Reading Comprehension
This entry-level English course is designed to introduce students to basic English skills such as sentence construction, grammar, spelling, vocabulary building and speaking. Students will compose paragraphs using First Nations and contemporary issues. Topics may include speaking and listening, reading, research, referencing, and writing. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: English 9, instructor permission or advisor assessed equivalent.

ENGL-050 - Credits: 0.000
Writing Skills
This advanced level course is a grade 11 equivalent focusing on English skills including basic essay format and introductory research skills. Students who have completed advanced level work will have the skills necessary to enter provincial level courses and some vocational, career, and technological programs. Topics may include speaking and listening, reading, research, referencing, and writing. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: ENGL 040 / English 10, instructor permission or, advisor assessed equivalent.

ENGL-054 - Credits: 0.000
Communications for Health Care
This course is designed as an introduction to the language of anatomy, medicine and health care. In this course students will examine written and oral communication from an integrated approach, drawing on practical and theoretical uses of language in the extended care and medical community. Students will look at health care occupations in BC, as well as study English for communication with co-workers, supervisors and instructors. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: ENGL 040 / ENGL 10 or, advisor assessed equivalent.

ENGL-060 - Credits: 0.000
Literature and Composition
This Provincial level course is a grade 12 equivalent focusing on various essay types including an introduction to the research essay. Elements of literature are also discussed. Students who have completed provincial level work will have the skills necessary to enter many academic, vocational, career, and technological programs. Topics will include critical and creative thinking, speaking and listening, reading, research and referencing, and written communication. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: ENGL 050 / English 11, instructor permission or, advisor assessed equivalent.

ENGL-090 - Credits: 0.000
English Seminar
The English seminars are designed as a hybrid instructional model between on-line and face-to-face teaching. The seminars are to assist students in preparing for various types of writing, reading, analyzing, and responding that is expected of the college level student. Students will complete assignments designed to improve their ability to write clearly and correctly, to organize material, use a multi-stage writing process and to carry out basic library research. Students will learn and practice the strategies and processes that successful writers employ as they work to accomplish specific purposes. In college, these purposes include comprehension, instruction, persuasion, investigation, problem resolution, evaluation, and explanation. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: None

INST-050 - Credits: 0.000
Indigenous Studies I
This social history course examines the impacts on First Nations lives during the Colonial Period in Canada covering topics such as the fur trade, railway, gold rush, missionaries, diseases, and role of women, through to the World Wars. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: Program Admission

INST-060 - Credits: 0.000
Indigenous Studies II
This course is designed to provide students with a knowledge base and understanding of indigenous peoples. Students will explore how history corresponds to the situation indigenous peoples are currently in. The following themes are included: impacts of colonization, epidemics, settlement, indigenous resistance and survival, and the nation rebuilding processes operating in indigenous communities. Emphasis will be the respective nation in whose territory the course is delivered. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: ENGL 040 / English 9 or, advisor assessed equivalent. INST 050 recommended.

MATH-020 - Credits: 0.000
ALFM Level I & II
This British Columbia Adult Literacy Fundamental Mathematics (ALFM) Level I and Level II course will give students a strong foundation of basic skills, concepts, mathematical vocabulary, and problem solving strategies to prepare them to meet personal, career or further academic goals. Both Level I and Level II outcomes must be met to satisfy the requirements for this course. Math 020 is the pre-requisite for Math 030. Some of the topics include whole numbers, operations, and estimation. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor or advisor assessed placement.

MATH-030 - Credits: 0.000
ALFM LEVEL III & IV
This British Columbia Adult Literacy Fundamental Mathematics (ALFM) Level III and Level IV course will give students a stronger foundation of basic skills, concepts, mathematical vocabulary, and problem solving strategies to prepare them to meet personal, career or further academic goals. Both Level III and Level IV outcomes must be met to satisfy the requirements for this course. Math 030 is the pre-requisite for Math 040. Some of the topics include whole numbers, operations, decimals and word problems. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: MATH 020 / permission of instructor, or advisor placed assessment.

MATH-040 - Credits: 0.000
ALFM LEVEL V & VI
This British Columbia Adult Literacy Fundamental Mathematics (ALFM) Level V and Level VI course continues in giving students a stronger foundation of basic skills, concepts, mathematical vocabulary, and problem solving strategies to prepare them to meet personal, career or further academic goals. Both Level V and Level VI outcomes must be met to satisfy the requirements for this course. Math 040 is the pre-requisite for Math 041. Some of the topics include whole numbers, operations, decimals, word problems fractions, and dealing with factors. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: MATH 030 / permission of instructor, or advisor assessed placement.

MATH-041 - Credits: 0.000
Introductory Algebra I
The British Columbia ABE Intermediate Level Mathematics course enables adult learners to acquire mathematical knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to enter appropriate higher level courses or to satisfy personal or career goals. MATH 041 is a course that prepares students with the introductory algebraic concepts that must be understood prior to taking MATH 055 or MATH 057. Some of the topics include rational numbers, measurement, ratios and proportions, linear relations, polynomials and algebra. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: MATH 040 / permission of instructor, or advisor assessed equilvalent.

MATH-050 - Credits: 0.000
Introduction to Algebra
MATH 050 is an introductory algebra course intended for students who have not studied algebra but have a firm background in basic mathematics. Topics include real numbers and algebraic expressions, solving equations and inequalities, operations and factoring, graphs of equations and inequalities, systems of equations, quadratics, radical expressions and equations, and trigonometry. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: MATH 041 / F & PC Math 10, advisor assessed equivalent or permission of instructor

MATH-051 - Credits: 0.000
Intermediate Algebra
A continuation of MATH 050 in intermediate Algebra, it completes the requirement for the BC secondary school Pre-Calculus of Math 11 equivalent Algebra course, and prepares students for post-secondary math courses requiring PC Math 11. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: MATH 050 / F and PC Math 10, F Math11; or permission of instructor.

MATH-053 - Credits: 0.000
Business/Technical Mathematics
The British Columbia ABE Advance Level Business/Technical Mathematics course provides the student with practical applications useful in future vocational training, careers, or personal life. MATH 053 can be used as a pre-requisite for MATH 057. Some of the topics include Real numbers, first degree equations and inequalities, graphing, consumer mathematics, finance, data analysis, trigonometry, and algebra. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: MATH-041 / , Foundations and Pre-Cal Math 10, instructor permission, or advisor assessed equivalent

MATH-055 - Credits: 0.000
Introduction to Algebra II
The British Columbia ABE Advanced Level - Foundations Mathematics course is a further introductory algebra course intended for students who have studied little to no algebra but have a firm background in basic mathematics. This course provides students with enough algebra, geometry, and/or trigonometry to satisfy grade 11 prerequisites for some vocational, career, technical, and/or further academic programs. MATH 055 can be used as a perquisite for MATH 057. Some of the topics include algebra, linear relations and systems, functions, quadratics, geometry and trigonometry. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: MATH 041 / , Foundations and Pre-Cal Math 10, instructor permission, or advisor assessed equivalent

MATH-057 - Credits: 0.000
Intermediate Algebra I
The British Columbia ABE Advanced Level - Developmental Mathematics course provides students with sufficient algebra, geometry, and trigonometry to satisfy grade 11 prerequisites for some vocational, career, technical, and/or further academic programs. MATH 057 is the pre-requisite for MATH 059 Advanced Level Algebraic Mathematics. Some of the topics include linear equations and inequalities, linear systems, polynomials, rational and radical expressions, quadratic and trigonometric equations. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: MATH 055 / at least a C+ in MATH 041, F and PC MATH 10, instructor permission or advisor assessed equivalent.

MATH-059 - Credits: 0.000
Intermediate Algebra II
The British Columbia ABE Advanced Level - Algebraic Mathematics course is a continuation of MATH 057 in intermediate Algebra. It completes the requirement for the BC secondary school Pre-Calculus Math 11 equivalent algebra course and prepares students for post-secondary math courses and programs requiring Pre-Calculus Math 11. Math 059 is the pre-requisite for Math 060 Provincial Level Algebra and Trigonometry. Some of the topics include linear systems of equations and inequalities, functions and their graphs, quadratic, rational, radical, polynomial and trigonometric functions. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: MATH 057 / Foundations Math 11, instructor permission or advisor assessed equivalent.

MATH-060 - Credits: 0.000
Provincial Level Math I
This Provincial Math course is designed to prepare students with the necessary algebra and trigonometry skills to undertake programs requiring an Algebra 12 qualification. It encompasses a study of linear, quadratic, logarithmic and trigonometric functions. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: MATH 051 / PC Math 11, or F Math11.

MATH-061 - Credits: 0.000
Provincial Level Math II
This Provincial Math level math course completes the study of the subject areas necessary for the completion of Precalculus of Math 12. It includes the study of complex numbers, conic sections, arithmetic and geometric sequences and series, an introduction to statistics and an introduction to calculus. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: MATH 060 / F Math12 , or PC Math 11.

MATH-063 - Credits: 0.000
Algebra & Trigonometry
The British Columbia ABE Provincial Level - Algebra and Trigonometry course provides adult learners with the knowledge and skills in algebra and trigonometry necessary for entry to technical, vocational and career programs that require Math 12 equivalency as a prerequisite and for future study in higher-level math courses at college/university. MATH 063 is the pre-requisite for MATH 065 Provincial Level Calculus. Some of the topics include polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometric functions, and sequences and series. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: MATH 059 / Pre-Cal Math 11 or instructor permission.

MATH-065 - Credits: 0.000
Calculus
The ABE Provincial Level Calculus course is designed to (1) provide students with the mathematical knowledge and skills needed for post-secondary academic and career programs and (2) ease the transition from Provincial level Mathematics to first year calculus at college and university. Some of the topics include limits, derivatives and their applications, and the anti-derivative. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: MATH 063 / Pre-Cal Math 12 or instructor permission.

NSYL-050 - Credits: 0.000
Nsyilxcen I
Students will learn basic conversation, structure, and pronunciation in an Okanagan language immersion setting. Themes include greetings, kinship terms, questions and commands, and place names. Comprehension and expression will be developed to a basic reading and writing proficiency level. More Details on this course

NSYL-060 - Credits: 0.000
Nsyilxcen II
This course builds on the skills developed in NSYL 050. Students learn more complex sentence structure using nouns, pronouns, and verbs in the past, present, and future tenses. Students engage in more complex conversation including questions and responses, description, and adjectives and adverbs. This course has an immersion component. More Details on this course

PHYS-050 - Credits: 0.000
Advanced Physics
Advanced Level Physics aims to foster and develop a scientific way of thinking and a basic knowledge of scientific concepts. Numerical examples and derivation of formulae will be algebra based. The course will also nurture an understanding of science as an integral part of society's culture and provide groundwork for further academic, career, or vocational training. Topics include measurement, kinematics, dynamics, electricity and heat. PHYS 050 covers the Core Topics for Physics: Advanced Level set out in the A.B.E. B.C. Articulation Handbook http://www.aved.gov.bc.ca/abe/docs/handbook.pdf More Details on this course
Prerequisites: Science 10, and MATH 057 or Math 11 Foundations, or instructor permission.
Corequisites: Principles of Math 11 or MATH 051.

PHYS-060 - Credits: 0.000
Physics - Provincial Level
Provincial Level Physics aims to foster and develop a scientific way of thinking and a basic knowledge of scientific concepts. Numerical examples and derivation of formulae will be algebra based. The course will also nurture an understanding of science as an integral part of society's culture and provide groundwork for further academic, career, or vocational training. Topics include kinematics, dynamics, electrostatics, electromagnetism and waves and optics. PHYS 060 covers the Core Topics for Physics: Provincial Level set out in the A.B.E. B.C. Articulation Handbook http://www.aved.gov.bc.ca/abe/docs/handbook.pdf. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: PHYS 050 or Physics 11, and MATH 059 or Math 11 Precalculus, or instructor permission.

READ-040 - Credits: 0.000
Introductory Reading Skills
READ 040 is a course designed to introduce learners to basic reading and study skills. Learners will improve their reading proficiency using various written works as well as First Nations literature and college reading skills textbooks. Learners will enhance oral and silent reading skills and will critically evaluate written ideas. This course will complement other College Readiness courses by increasing vocabulary and providing analysis test, as complemented with learning outcomes of College Readiness courses. A holistic approach to learning while attending an academic institution is also examined. More Details on this course

READ-050 - Credits: 0.000
Basic Reading Skills
This course is designed to increase learner effectiveness and academic success through the development of the learner's study skills, reading proficiency, test taking and course assignment strategies, and critical thinking skills as complemented with the learning outcomes of College Readiness courses. A holistic approach to learning while attending an academic institute is also examined. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: or, advisor assessed equivalent. / READ 040

READ-060 - Credits: 0.000
Provincial Reading Skills
This course is designed to further increase a learner's reading, comprehension, and retention of written works with a focus on relevant First Nations and community issues. Written works are examined for the organization and development of ideas with learners becoming increasingly critical. Silent and oral reading skills will complement learning outcomes of other College Readiness courses in preparation for work and/or continued post-secondary studies. Participation in formal and informal presentations is expected. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: READ 050 / or, advisor assessed equivalent.

SCIE-040 - Credits: 0.000
Science - Intermediate Level
Adult education in the natural sciences recognizes the worth of adult experience and the desire to further understand the world around us, ourselves, and our relationship to the natural world. This course provide opportunities for students to develop critical thinking skills, to recognize the uses and limitations of scientific methods, and to acquire the skills and understand the processes and applications of science. This applied science course will stress the practical applications of scientific concepts and skills, enabling adult learners to pursue further education, training, and/or employment opportunities. Topics can include nutrition, human biology, cell biology, machines and energy. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: or instructor permission. / MATH 041

SCIE-061 - Credits: 0.000
Ecoliteracy
This course introduces students to Ecoliteracy. Being ecologically literate or ecoliterate means understanding the basic principles of ecological communities and being able to embody the principle in the daily use of Aboriginal communities. This course utilizes an ecological learning framework based on traditional First Nations community processes and developed by the Centre for Ecoliteracy. Concepts are taught by immersing students in the local ecosystem. Students will engage in fieldwork including mapping and restoration projects. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: INST 050 / SCIE 040 / or permission of instructor.

STSC-101 - Credits: 3.000
Strategies for Success
This course introduces students to higher learning and academic culture. Students will explore a variety of topics that will help them connect to resources that will aid in their student success, including test-taking strategies, note-taking, time management, research, student responsibilities and ethics, learning styles, and setting educational goals that will contribute to lifelong learning. In addition, students will connect with other academic supports like the Librarian and Student Success Centre and have access to Elders who will introduce learners to some Indigenous cultural traditions to help students maintain a healthy balance during their studies. More Details on this course

TRAN-050 - Credits: 0.000
Transition I
Transition 050 is designed to prepare students to develop skills that are directly linked to academic upgrading, cultural integrity, and personal wellness. The information and knowledge given throughout this course will help each student develop the individual strength to know who they are as people and to ascertain problem solving abilities. This aspect of the College Preparation Program is unique because the selection of resource people and information will be derived from the local Elders, NVIT staff, geographical history, and human perspectives. This course encompasses a truly holistic approach to learning. More Details on this course
Prerequisites: Program admission

Current Course Offerings

01 = Merritt Campus
V1 = Burnaby Campus

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