Dual Credit Courses Offered to Secondary School Students

Courses Offered (Fall 2025)

The courses we are running for Fall 2025 are:

Welding

Students will be introduced to the set up and operation of oxyacetylene and propane. Selecting proper protective equipment (PPE/PPA), planning out and organizing safe operating procedures (SOPs), welding operations, setting up and preparing weld surfaces, welding and storing welding equipment, setup and operation of arc welding. Selecting proper protective equipment (PPE or PPA), planning out and organizing safe operating procedures (SOPs), welding operations, setting up and preparing weld surfaces, welding and storing welding equipment are all included.

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Hand Tools

Course Description

This course will give an overview of the following tools in the lab environment and allows the student to explore the correct uses and maintenance of tools.

Course Rationale

This course will help the students understand the aspects that apprentice carpenters go through on a daily basis when deciding what the best tool for the job is. This course also reflects on the term Hand Tool which in many cases has been taken over with modern substitutes. It is important to understand the time and place for the use of basic hand tools and techniques to qualify as a carpenter.

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Digital Imaging

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of photographic and video theory, practice and techniques. Students think and work visually using a variety of digital media. They use photography and video image capture as a tool in self-expression, visual communication and creativity. Using manual DSLR camera controls, students learn how to shoot and determine proper exposure under various available lighting conditions. Photoshop, Premiere Pro, layout and design, visual communication and online production are included in the course. Preparing students to tell stories through digital image capture ensures a wide range of employability in communications. Students work toward developing a personal visual portfolio of unique and original content.

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Studio Production 1

This course introduces students to the functions and operation of each piece of equipment associated with a professional television studio. They will understand the different shot requirements involved with a 3-camera setup while learning how to shoot using the director's vision and guidance. Using an assortment of projects, the students rotate through all of the crew positions and understand the importance of each member of a production team in a television studio setting. Students are also instructed regarding production positions and their roles.

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Exploring Health Sciences and Wellness

(New, in the Pre-Health program which is a pathway into Practical Nursing)

This introductory course provides a comprehensive exploration of health sciences and wellness. It equips learners with foundational knowledge, explores theoretical perspectives, and highlights diverse career pathways within this broad and evolving sector. Key concepts such as the dimensions and determinants of health are introduced to help learners understand the various factors that influence personal and population health. Through reflective analysis, learners will identify personal goals and develop action plans to enhance their personal well being and professional plans. Learners will explore several health sciences and wellness career options by participating in experiential activities, group discussions and research. By the end of the course, learners will identify career opportunities that align with their abilities, strengths, interests, and values and have the knowledge to navigate the initial steps towards a fulfilling career in health sciences and wellness.

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ECE – Children, Play and Creativity

Play is the foundation of all learning in childhood. Healthy development is dependent on the opportunities presented to children in responsive, inclusive, play-based programs. Observation is a valuable tool for understanding and interpreting play and the holistic development of children. Historical and current theories and research will explore how the early childhood educator fosters the development of creativity and emergent literacy through play.

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Counselling Skills 1

(Lakeshore) (For the Social Service Worker)

Counselling Skills I will introduce students to theoretical concepts and practical skills necessary to assist clients in defining their concerns/issues and identifying desired outcomes. Students will be introduced to the theoretical foundations of various models of counselling, as well as basic active listening skills. Focus will be placed on learning how to help clients identify and emphasize their strengths, through searching for positive assets related to concerns, issues and problem resolution. Learning to facilitate client self-empowerment and development will be done by acquiring additional skills in the effective use of questions, observation and reflection of feelings, and a broader understanding of the client's behaviour and communication style. Learning outcomes will be achieved through the use of lecture, discussion, experiential exercises and presentation of audio-visual resources.

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Positive Psychology for Academic & Career Success

Positive psychology is a scientific approach to understanding human happiness and well-being. In this course, students will explore the foundations of positive psychology and apply the theories to their academic, personal, and professional lives. Students will critically examine important topics in positive psychology, including well-being and happiness, managing emotions and self-control, coping and resiliency, developing strengths, finding meaning and purpose, understanding self-concept, motivation, and success. Through exercises, workshops, projects, and discussions, students will explore how positive psychology principles can be utilized and applied to their academic lives and gain an understanding of the role that their behaviors and interactions play in their current and future success.

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Uncovering Business Essentials for Success

(New course. Students taking this course will get the credit equivalent to BMGT 100 – Introduction to Business)

This course provides students with an introduction to the world of business, exploring fundamental concepts and practices that are essential for understanding how businesses operate in today's global economy. Topics covered include business organization, marketing, management, accounting, and finance, as well as the ethical, legal, and environmental challenges that businesses face. Students will engage in case studies, projects, and simulations to learn how businesses make decisions, manage resources, and develop strategies to achieve their goals. The course also emphasizes the development of essential business skills such as problem-solving, communication, teamwork, and leadership, preparing students for further studies in business or entrepreneurship and providing practical knowledge for their future careers.

Credit Equivalent to: Introduction to Business – BMGT 100

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Basic Culinary Skills and Techniques

"A great chef is a mixture of artistry and craft. You have to learn the craft before you can get to the artistry." - Wolfgang Puck. The "craft" of the culinary industry is the building blocks of professional cooking including proper techniques, methods and flavour building. Students acquire and display the necessary skills, techniques, organization, methods of cooking applications and flavour building to attain a solid base and begin their professional journey. Topic areas of cuisine are stocks, soups, sauces, vegetables, potatoes, grains, handmade pasta and meat products. Students gain experience in food preparation knowledge and demonstrate their knowledge through a final practical cooking exam.

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