CHEM 1013 Chemistry & Society emphasizes practical applications of chemistry to solve problems related to energy sources (fossil fuels, nuclear energy, and solar energy), food (carbohydrates, oils, and vitamins), medication, clothing, and the chemistry of the environment (earth, air, and water). Credit does not apply for a major or minor in chemistry.
This course covers the concepts and principles of biology from the structure and function of the cell to photosynthesis, energy metabolism, cell division, Mendelian genetics and the organization of the biosphere.
This course will involve the use of scientific methodology and instrumentation to prepare, collect, analyze and interpret data about biological principles as well as the interaction of people with the environment.
Pre-calculus introduces students to an in-depth study of functions and a review of the foundation of algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric fundamentals. It prepares students for Calculus with an emphasis on functions. Trigonometry is essential not only in Calculus but also in modelling real world scientific and technical problems, where one needs to study the relationship between variables. This course covers both graphical and computational aspects of these relationships.
This course is targeted at high school leavers. It introduces students to some basic concepts and theories in order to understand our society and ourselves. It enables us to see how behaviour is largely shaped by the group or organization to which we belong and the society in which we live. Topics included in the course are culture, socialization, social structure, groups, deviance, stratification, social institution and social change.
vThis subject introduces students to underlying oral communication skills and techniques, including the fundamentals and principles of public speaking preparation and presentation. The focus is on presenting public speeches in business, professional, and public settings. The course includes practice in preparing, presenting, and evaluating speeches, as well as other forms of oral presentations such as informative, persuasive, and occasional speeches.
RELS 1013 Survey of World Religions is an introduction to the prominent religions of the world: Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Minor religions such as Jainism, Sikhism, Shinto, Zoroastrianism, etc are also discussed. Each tradition is explored within the terms of its historical development (key figures, events, continuity and change, etc.) and fundamental worldview (divine reality, human nature, the problem and solution for human beings, ethical teachings, life beyond death, mysticism, etc.). Through the course, students develop an understanding, gain an appreciation and knowledge of each religion in general.
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Intakes: January, April, September
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