1976 1977 n:::: 8 z • I I I I <( u NORTHWEST COMMUNITY COllEGE NORTHWEST COMMUNITY COLLEGE CALENDAR 1976 - 1977 College Centres Northwest Community College Terrace Centre Box 726 Terrace, B.C. 635-6511 Northwest Community College Prince Rupert Centre Box 698 Prince Rupert, B.C. 624-3120 Northwest Community College Kitimat Centre 1515 Kingfisher Kitimat, B.C. 636-6124 Northwest Community College Smithers Centre 3603 - 3rd Ave. Smithers, B.C. 847-3767 2 - 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ORGANIZATION AND STRUCTURE Introduction. . . . ................................ 5 College Council.................................. .. 5 Adm inisfration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 InStructional Staff.................................. 7 ACADEMIC STUDIES College Year 1976-77................................. 9 Application for Admission.......... 10 Admission Requirements....... 10 Registration ............ , ...... .... 11 Fees ... . .. ........ 11 Adult Registration.. . ....... . .. .. 11 Refunds ................. . 12 12 Course Change, Withdrawals ..... . 12 Responsibilities of Student .................... . 12 Academic Advising ........... . Student Services .............. . Statement of Grades. Transcripts of Permanent Record .. Appeals....... . ............. .. Grades.... . ....... . 13 13 13 13 14 14 15 15 15 15. Grade Point Average .......... . Advanced Placement .. Advanced Credit. . . .................. . Scholarships and Bursaries .............. . Transfer of Courses ... 16 University Transfer Program .. .. ........... 16 17 Proposed Courses 1976-77. 4 VOCATIONAL AND TRADES TIIAINING PROGRAMS Admission Requirements..... 25 Fees.. 26 Financial Assistance. ...... .... Procedures for Enrolment. Student Services... Course Offerings... 27 27 · 28 29 Automotive Mechanical Repair. Basic Training for Skill Development. Business Careers Programs... Carpentry and Joinery. Cook Training...... 29 33 34 Electronics Technician. Heavy Duty Mechanics. Marine Engine Repair and Maintenance. Welding General. Welding Upgrade. 35 36 37 38 39 30 31 SPECIAL PROGRAMS Early Childhood Education. Labour Education Program. 43 47 Native Studies Program. 48 COMMUNITY EDUCATION SERVICE 51 5 NORTHWEST COMMUNITY COLLEGE Northwest Community College is a publicly supported post-secondary institution established in May 1975 to serve a region comprising the five school districts of Northwestern British Columbia. The College is governed by a College Council representing the interests of the school districts and the community at large. The British Columbia Vocational School in Terrace became part of the College in April 1976 and at the same time School District No. 54 (Smithers) became the sixth district in the College region. Academic, Vocational, and General Interest Courses are offered in the various communities throughout the College region. While the main facilities are presently those of the former Vocational School in Terrace, the College is also committed to the development of programs based in other communities of the Northwest region. NORTHWEST COMMUNITY COllEGE COUNCIL 1976-77 F. Beil A. Blakeney C. Ling W. Funk D. Gould W.R. Hutchison A. Jeffery M. Knoerr R.E.M. Lee A. McKay N. Orr School District 52 (Prince Rupert) Government Appointee, Kitimat School District 80 (Kitimat) School District 50 (Queen Charlotte Islands) Government Appointee, Queen Charlotte Islands Government Appointee, Terrace Government Appointee, Hazelton School District 54 (Smithers) Government Appointee, Terrace (Chairman) School District 92 (Nishga) School District 88 {Terrace) COLLEGE STAFF ADMINISTRATION D.V. George- Principal G. Harris - Bursar S. Persky - Head, Academic Studies R. Kilborn Head, Career-Vocational Programs F. Wilson - Head, Trades Training F. Cassidy - Coordinator, Hazelton D. Holman - Coordinator, Kitimat G. Newall Coordinator, Prince Rupert 6 COLLEGE STAFF INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF I. Anderson - Geography G. Bennest - Commercial F. Cassidy - Political Science M. Custodio - Welding W. Crouch - Heavy Duty Mechanics F. Hislop - Industrial First Aid, Commercial B. Hobbs - Commercial J. Jensen - Labour Program J. Johnson - Cook Training T. Kenna - Heavy Duty Mechanics M. Loken - Economics E. Marchand - Welding J. Marvin - Native Studies Program Developer A. Naherny - Electronics J. Nachonachy - Anthropology, Women's Studies C. Nielsen - Automotive R. Nieman - Commercial B. Parkes - Cook Training S. Persky - Sociology J. Peters - Carpentry B. Petursson - Industrial Orientation J. Simons - Early Childhood Education G. Stanley - English R. Sullivan . BTSD W. Tripe De Roche - BTSD L. Tarwick - Early Childhood Education W. Walters - Marine Engine Repair P. Weber - History N. Webster - Mathematics, Chemistry M. Willcox - BTSD, Chief Instructor K. Willfams - BTSD B. Wood - Psychology 7 9 ACADEMIC STUDIES COLLEGE YEAR 1976-77 FALL SEMESTER: September 1 to December 31, 1976 Pre-registration, university transfer program Registration (full program day students) Fall semester classes begin August 23,27 September 2,3 September 7 Registration (evening classes) Prince Rupert Kitimat September 7 Terrace September 8 September 9 Hazelton September 9 Smithers September 13 first lecture Queen Charlottes The time and place of registration for evening classes in each location will be advertised. Last day for course change Thanksgiving Day, College closed Remembrance Day, College closed Last day of official withdrawal from university transfer courses Full semester classes end for university transfer courses September 24 October 11 November 11 November 29 December 20 WINTER SEMESTER: January 1 to April 30, 1977 Registration (full program day students) Winter semester classes begin Registration (evening classes) first lecture Last day for course change last day for offici a 1withdrawa I from university transfer courses Winter break Good Friday, College closed Easter Monday, College closed Winter semester classes end January 7 January 10 January 10-17 January 21 April 2 March 28-April April B April 11 April 29 ADMISSION PROCEDURES 10 Application for Admission Application for admission should be made as early as possible on forms available at the Registrar's Office in Terrace and College offices in other communities in the reg~on. Personal interviews will be arranged for all applicants prior to registration. Application Forms Registrar Northwest Community College Box 726 Terrace, B.C. VaG 4C2 (Telephoneo 635-6511) Admission Requirements Generally speaking the College will not require a specific academic background for admission to its program. In a few cases, a program may require pre-requisites-this does not mean that a student is disbarred, but rather, that his chances for success at this point are limited and that permission to enter may be required. There wilt be cases in which specific courses within a program must be taken in sequence. Each application for entry into a program will be judged individually; and where possible, academic equivalency may be granted for experience gained through work in a similar or related field. In courses where opinions are expressed by an instructor, they are his or her opinions, and not necessarily those of the Principal or of the College Council. REGISTRATION 11 Registration AU students must register in person on the dates given in this calendar. Evening course registration sessions will be held at the beginning of each course. Students must bring with them either, (a) the letter of admission sent by the College on acceptance of application or (b) complete official records of secondary school and further academic work Registration is not complete until the semester fees are paid in full. Tuition Fees Tuition fees are collected each semester. All fees are due and payable at the time of registration. Full Time Students: (Students enrolled in 15 or more credit hours) (a) Per Course (3credits) Tuition $25.50 Per Semester NOTE: Part time students enrolled in other than 3 credit hours courses will be charged fees as follows: {a) Tuition $8.50 Per credit hour NOTE: No fees will be charged to Senior Citizens 60 years of age and over. Sponsored Students Students whose fees will be paid by sponsoring agencies are required to present a letter to this effect from the agency concerned at the time of registration. Student Fees A non-refundable, minimal student will be assessed all students. This fee is payable at the time of registration. Special Fees The College endeavors to keep such fees to a minimum. A refundable lab fee of $3.00 may be imposed at the instructor's discretion. Auditor (Nona Credit) It is possible to audit most of the courses offered by Northwest College. It is not necessary for auditors to meet academic requirements for admission or to submit transcripts of previous education with the application form. An auditor must register and pay fees. Auditors ordinarily do not write examinations or hand in class assignments but may voluntarily participate in all aspects of the course. No record of courses audited is made on a student's permanent record. A student may change from Audit to Credit or Credit to Audit status only within the FIRST TWO WEEKS of a semester. 12 Refunds A complete refund of fees is made only when a course or program is cancelled. Scale of Withdrawal Refunds (a) Withdrawal within two weeks after commencement of classes (b) Withdrawal within four weeks after commencement of classes (c) Withdrawal more than four weeks after commencement of classes. 80 percent refund 50 percent refund No refund Course Change, Withdrawals A student wishing to add, drop or change a course must complete the necessary forms available from the Registrar. Changes in programs must be made by the dates specified for these changes in this calendar. A student may withdraw from any course by filing a withdrawal form with the office of the Registrar. After the twelfth week, withdrawals will be permitted only under ex~ ceptional circumstances, and only with the approval of the instructor. Students who drop a course withou·t officially withdrawing will receive a final grade ofF. Responsibilities of the Student The accuracy and completeness of registration documents is the responsibility of the student. A Verification of Registration will be mailed to each student approximately midway through each semester. Final grades will be recorded on the Permanent Record for only those courses shown on the Verification of Registration. Therefore, errors or omissions should be reported to the Registrar's Office promptly. A student will not receive credit for courses for which he is not officially registered. Academic Advising Prior to registration, prospective students can discuss questions about courses and programs with the instructors. GENERAl INFORMATION 13 Student Services. The College staff provides a variety of services to assist students and prospective students: { 1) Counselling - educat!ona I - vocational - personal {2) Career and Educational Information (3) Financial Assistance information ls available regarding scholarships, Canada Student Loans and B.C. Provincial Grants, Bursaries and Scholarships. (4) Housing -accommodation is available in residence at the Terrace Campus. A list of other accommodations is maintained. (5) Student Activities -the College staff endeavor to work closely with students in planning student activities. Statement of Grades A student win receive his grade statement by mail as soon as possible after ·the end of a semester. Statements of Grades are mailed to the home address unless otherwise advised. No statement of grades, diploma or certificates will be issued until the student has cleared up all obligations to the College in the way of fees, overdue library books, or out. standing fines. Transcripts of Permanent Record Northwest College regards the individual's record as a personal and private document. Therefore, no transcripts are released without the written authorization of the individual concerned. Official transcripts which bear the signature and seal of the Registrar are sent only upon the student's written request to employers, educational institutions, and other authorized agencies. One official transcript will be sent by the College free of charge for each semester attended. For additional copies, a $1 fee will be charged. Appeals Students have the right to appeal their grades. The mechanism for appeal is dependent upon the grade in question (whether mid-term or final), and the nature of the appeal (whether formal or informal). Information is available at the Registrar's Office. 14 Grades For academic courses a letter system is used to record achievement of students. {Each grade is assigned a numerical weight or grade point which is used to determine the grade point average.) Interpretation Letter Grade Numberial Equivalent A 4.0 Outstanding achievement B 3.0 Above average achievement c 2.0 Average achievement p 1.0 Below average achievement F 0.0 Failure - no credit Incomplete-grade w Withdrawal Incomplete Grade An Incomplete signifies that a portion of required course work has not been completed and evaluated in the_ prescribed time period due to unforeseen, but fully justified reasons and that there is still a possibility of earning credit. It is the responsibility of the student to bring pertinent information to the instructor and to reach agreement on the means by which the remaining course requirement will be satisfied. Agreement as to the conditions for removal of the Incomplete shall be put into writing by the instructor. One copy of the agreement is to be given to the student and one copy is to be filed with the Head of Academic Studies. A final grade is assigned when the work agreed upon has been completed and evaluated. An Incomplete must be made up within one semester immediately following the end of the semester in which it is assigned. Failure to complete the assigned work will result in an Incomplete being counted as equivalent to an F for grade point computation. Any extension of the one semester limit must receive prior approval of the Head of Academic Studies. 15 Grade Point Average Grade points are established by multiplying the credit hours of the course by the numerical equivalent of the letter grade. The grade point average for the year is obtained by dividing the total number of grade points by the total number of credit hours. Advanced Placement Advanced placement to a more advanced level of a sequence of courses in a subject area may be granted on admission as a result of an applicants previous work. Although a student may be granted exemption from the usual pre-requisite course as a result of advanced placement credit may or may not be granted for the pre-requisite course. Advanced Credit Northwest College may grant credit to applicants who have taken B.C. Grade 12 courses or college level courses from other colleges or universities. Students can expect to have these courses evaluated again by the university on application to the university. In general, any student who has begun a degree program at a university and who expects to obtain transfer credit at a university for Northwest College courses must arrange his program in consultation with the appropriate university officials before applying to Northwest College in order to obtain the desired university credits. Such students are asked to submit copies of relevant correspondence with the application form in order to obtain assistance in selecting courses which will fulfill their desired educational objectives. Scholarships and Bursaries At press time, information on local scholarships and bursaries was being compiled. A complete list is available at the Registrar's Office. Transfer of Courses The transferability of courses taken at Northwest Community College is determined by the institution to which the student transfers. A transfer guide is available to help the student plan a program that will best serve the student transferring to the University of British Columbia, the University of Victoria, or Simon Fraser University. STUDENTS INTENDING TO TRANSFER TO ANOTHER INSTITUTION SHOULD MAKE THEMSELVES FULLY AWARE OF THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE INSTITUTION THEY WISH TO ATTEND. Counsellors at Northwest Community College will assist students in planning their programs. 16 Universities vary in their requirements. The following are general standards in most institutions to which students will transfer. (a) No grades less than "C" assured credit. (b) Cumulative Grade Point Average of at least 2.0 is required. (c) Students may not receive more than 60 credit hours of transfer by a university. University Transfer Program For those who want to achieve full first year university level credit, a daytime program will be available at the Terrace campus. Sufficient courses will be offered to provide entry into arts or science based university programs. Daytime courses proposed for 1976-77 in Terrace are listed below. Chemistry 101 /102 Economics 101 I 102 English 101 /102 Geography 101 /102 History 101 I 102 Mathematics 101 1102 Sociology 101 I 102 Psychology 101 /102 Physics 101 1102 Room and board on the Terrace campus will be available to students taking a full program (five or six courses per semester). Evening courses are offered in many communities through the College Region. The following courses are proposed for 1976-77. They will be offered through the Community Education Service of the College. PRINCE RUPERT Anthropology 101 /102 Economics 101 I 102 English 101/102 History 101/102 Psychology 101 I 102 Sociology of Education 101 I 102 Women's Studies 101 I 102 17 KITIMAT Biology 101 /102 Economics 101 /102 English 101/102 Geography 101 /102 History 101 /102 Psychology 101 /102 Women's Studies 101 I 102 SMITHERS Economics 101 1102 English 101 /102 Geography 101 I 102 Geology 101/102 History 101/102 Psychology 101 I 102 HAZELTON English 101/102 Geography l01 I 102 Political Science 101 /102 Psychology 101/102 Proposed Courses 1976~77 The following university transfer courses are proiected for 1976-77, subject to adequate budgetary support and sufficient enrolment. Course Numbering All courses are given a four-digit number. The first three digits represent the particular course. The first digit represents the year or level. The fourth digit gives the number of credit hours. Special Symbols The letter (F) or (W) after the course indicates in which semester the course is offered. 18 (F) Fall semester, september to december (W) Winter semester, September {W) Winter semester, January to April The three numbers in parentheses at the end of the description indicate. 1. The number of lecture hours per week; 2. The number of lab hours per week; and 3. The number of hours in tutorials, seminars, etc., per week. ANTHROPOLOGY 101-3 (F) A general introduction to Physical Anthropology. Evolution and genetics, Primatology, the fossil record of human evolution, characteristics of human populations, problems of classification and race. (3,0,0) ANTHROPOLOGY 102-3 A general introduction to Cultural Anthropology. A comparative approach to the study of the family and kinship, technology and economy, politics, the life cycles, world view and religion in simple societies (3,0,0) BIOLOGY 101-3 (F) Introductory biology covering selected aspects of first year university biology. Topics included are animal behavior, ecology, genetics, evolution. Lecture and Lab each week. (3,3,0) BIOLOGY 102-3 (W) A continuation of Biology 101 with emphasis on micro aspects of the life science. Topics include cell biology, molecular genetics, elemental biochemistry and other related topics. (3,3,0) CHEMISTRY 101-5 IFl This course is designed to meet the needs of Science and Engineering students for a course in chemistry at the first year level. Topics: a review of some basic principles. Basis of quantum mechanics and electronic configuration. The periodicity of chemical and physical properties; chemical bonding, liquids and solutions; strength volumetric analysis. Chemical equilibrium in both gases and solids. 19 Prerequisites: Chem 11 {min. Grade B) or Chem 12, Math 12, Physics 11 Corequisite: Math 101 (3,3,1) CHEMISTRY 102-5 A continuation of Chem 101, designed to meet Science and Engineering students needs. (W) Topics: thermodynamics and thermochemistry. Redox reactions and electrochem·lstry; acids, bases and salt, some organic chemistry. Prerequisites: Chem 101 or permission of the instructor Corequisite: Math 101 (3,3,1) ECONOMICS 101-3 (F) An introductory course on economic history and economic theory. The first semester will focus on those aspects of economics which relate to Western society. Historical trends and major theorists will be discussed. (3,0,0) (W) ECONOMICS 102-3 A continuation of Economics 101 with emphasis on specific economic issues. Topics include those issues pertinent to Canada: study of wage and price controls, inflation, and resource development. (3,0,0) ENGLISH 101-3 A course in literature and composition. This course will critically examine 20th Century literary genres such as short stories, poetry, novels and drama. (3,0,0) (WJ ENGLISH 102-3 A continuation of English 101 but with emphasis on prose forms (novels, drama). Students wi II require to submit c riti ca I essays on 20th Century works. ( 3,0,0) ENGLISH 201-3 F) A second year literature course which spans five centuries. Emphasis on English literature from c. 1350-1900. The first semester will deal with medieval literature (Chaucer) to Romantic literature. (3,0,0) ENGliSH 202-3 (W) A continuation of English 201. Emphasis will be upon literature of the 18th and 19th Century. Works will include poetry, drama, short stories and some representative novels. A reading list will be available at registration. (3,0,0) GEOGRAPHY 101-3 (F) This university transfer course will examine cultural landscape and the inter"relationship between man and the land. (3,0,0) 20 GEOGRAPHY 102-3 (Wl A continuation of Geography 101 with an examination of selected topics of the physical and cultural environment. The course is designed to introduce the student to the broad themes of Geography. (3,0,0) HISIOR'( ivi-.J (F) European and world history. An introduction to historical events that led to the outbreak of World War L (3,0,0) HISTORY (W) A continuation of History 101. Topics include European conditions after World War l, advent of World War 11, the rise of Communism, the emergency of the U.S. as a world power and the spread of nationalism. (3,0,0) MATHEMATICS 101-3 (F) An introduction to the basic techniques of differential calculus, designed to meet the needs of Science and Engineering students at a first year university level. Topics: Limits,the derivative, differentiation of sums, products, quotients, function of functions (the chain rule) and trig. functions. Curve sketching and the mean value theorem are also studied. Prerequisite: Math 12 (minimum Grade 8) or permission of instructor (3,o,n-2) MATHEMATICS 102-3 IW) A continuation of Math 101. More dffferential calculus is followed by an introduction of the basic methods of integral calculus. Topics: The differentiation of inverse trig, exponential hyperbolic and Jog functions; Integration- definite and indefinite integrals; Application of integral calculus; curve length, areas and volumes, Taylor's formula; Complex numbers and an introduction to Vectors. Prerequisite: Math 101 or permission of the instructor. (3,0, P-2) PHYSICS 101-3 IFl An introductory survey of mechanics and heat; kinematics and dynamics of particles, work, energy, momentum, rotational motion, simple harmonic motion, temperature scales, thermal expansion, heat transfer, specific heats. (3,3,0) PHYSICS 102-3 (W) An introductory survey of electricity, magnetism and light; electrostatics; electric fields, capacitance, potential, currents, resistance, electric circuits, magnetic forces, magnetic fields, electromagnetic induction; alternating currents, waves and light, interference, diffraction; em iss ion and absorption spectra, special relativity. (3,3,0) 21 POLITICAL SCIENCE 101-3 (F) An examination of the institutions and processes of Canadian government. Analysis will be made of the Canadian social structure and political culture. Parties, pressure groups, social movements, federalism and the legislative, executive and judicial aspects of government will be studies. (3,0,0) POLITICAL SCIENCE 102-3 (W) A continuation of Political Science 101. Topics include a study of major political ideologies such as nationalism, conservatism, liberalism, socialism, anarchism, fascism, and democracy. {3,0,0) (F) PSYCHOLOGY This is an introductory course encompassing an overview of all the major areas in psychology. No prerequisites are necessary, however some elemental knowledge of biology would be helpful. Topics include a brief history of psychology, elemental design of experiments, the nervous system, perception and sensation and will conclude with current research in social psychology. (3,0,0) PSYCHOLOGY 102-3 (W) A continuation of Psychology 101. Topics: Memory and cognition, motivation, personality theories, psychopathology and mental health. (3,0,0) PSYCHOLOGY 201-3 ( Fl A second year psychology course designed as a follow-up to Psychology 101-3. The course will be coordinated with the Early Childhood Education program in that the subiect matter will deal with developmental aspects of the child. Topics include the psychology of development from infancy to pre-school years. Areas of concern are prenatal factors, infant perception, the acquisition of language and thinking and formation of personality. (3,0,0) PSYCHOLOGY (W) Developmental periods from pre-school to adolescence. Topics include: Socialization and family structure, child rearing practices, effect of school systems, problems in indentity and adolescence. (3,0,0) 22 SOCIOLOGY 101-3 (F) An examination of the structure of society through the major topics in the discipline of sociology; culture, socialization, primary groups, status and role and associations. (3,0,0) SOCIOLOGY 102-3 (W) An examination of the major institutions of society and some of the major trends of modern society. Religion, law education, politics, urbanization, industrialization and social movements will form the basis of the course. (3,0,0) SOCIO~OGY OF THE. FAMILY 205-3 (F) The family and related social institutions. Topics include the origin and history of the family, marriage and children in Western Society. (3,0,0) SOCIOLOGY OF THE FAMILY 206-3 (W) A continuation of first semester with emphasis on cross-cultural aspects of family such as sexual practices, marriage styles, living arrangements, and child rearing practices set in various social and economic contexts. {3,0,0) IF) WOMEN'S STUDIES 101-3 This course will examine the status and role of women in Canadian society. It will trace the development of sex role divisions in the family and other institutions and examine the influence of education, media, etc. on the development and reinforcement of female role models. (3,0,0) WOMEN'S STUDIES 102-3 (W) A continuation of Women's Studies 101. Particular attention will be paid to the role of women in the paid labour force. The status of women at all levels of society will be examined; in addition North American conditions will be contrasted to those in other cultures, particularly in Europe and Asia. (3,0,0) - - 23 24 VOCATIONAL AND TRADES TRAINING 25 VOCATIONAL AND TRADES TRAINING PROGRAMS The divisions of Vocational and Trades Training operate continuously and courses are scheduled, as much as possible, to meet employment and seasonal needs: Most courses have more than one entry annually so that enrollment is not limited to the fall. The courses may be classified as follows: Pre-employment Pre-indentured Apprenticeship Upgrading Programs Admission Requirements In general, an applicant must: {a) be 17 years of age or over (certain pre-apprentice courses accept 16 years old) (b) have completed at least Grade 10 or the equivalent (Grade 12 is required for certain courses and recommended for most) (c) possess an interest in and an aptitude for a particular occupation. It must be emphasized that employers are giving preference to applicants with Grade 12 graduation. Students with less than Grade 12 may find themselves handicapped when seeking employment. For specific requirements for admission to a training course, students are directed to the program descriptions. Adults are encouraged to apply for training even if' they are unable to meet the educational requirements out I ined in the calendar, as other factors such as work experience and maturity will be considered. A transcript of the applicant's school record should be attached to the application form. For some courses, a medical examination is required. Basic Training for Skill Development Those persons who do not possess the stated Grade requirements are admissible to the course of their choice on completion of a period of intensive training known as "Basic Training for Skill Development.'' 26 FEES Fees must be paid in advance. Tuition Pre,employment courses Pre-apprenticeship courses $15.00 per month Tuition is free and a subsistance allowance is paid to students while they attend school. Welding Upgrade: D.P.W. Tests No. l, 2, 3 Materia I for test Test Fee $18.00 3.00 Tuition (a) Day (b) Week (c) Month 3.00 12.00 40.00 D.P.W. Test No. 4 Materia I for test Test Fee Tuition $10.00 3.00 as in D.P.W. 1, 2, & 3 D.P.W. Test No. 5 Materia I for test $18.00 3.00 Tuition per day 7.00 Tests Pl F6 Tig (Pulp Mills only)- as in D.P.W. Test 5 Tests PBF7 Tig (Pulp Mills only)- as in D.P. W. Test 5 Tests PBF 5 M.M.A. (Pulp Mills only)- as in D.P. W. Test 5 Red- Downhill-asin D.P.W. Test 1 Test Fee Student Activity Fee $1.00 per month payable in advance Textbook and Tool Rental $10.00 refundable Payment of Fees: Fees are due and payable at the time of registration. If students are unable to pay their fees at registration they must forfeit their space in the class. Persona! protective equipment as required by the Workers' Compensation Board shall be worn by students and may for some courses be supplied by the student. 27 Financial Assistance It is possible for adults who have been out of the public school system and attached to the labour force for at least one year to receive financial assistance through their Canada Manpower Centre for pre-employment, pre-apprenticeship and full-time upgrading courses. Additional information and applications may be secured at all Canada Manpower Centres. The Apprenticeship and Industria I training Branch, Department of Labour, provides a subsistence allowance and transportation allowance to applicants selected for preindentured apprenticeship training. The training provides the basic skills and fundamental theory of a trade. It is expected that graduates of these courses will seek employment in the trades as apprentices and that they will receive suitable credit for their school training, thus reducing the length of their apprenticeship. Canada Student Loans and Provincial Government Grants, which are based on need, are avallable to students at Northwest College. Information and application forms are available through the Registrar's office. Procedure for Enrollment and Information on Starting Dates 1. Pre-Employment and Full-Time Upgrading Courses Prospective students should contad the College or the nearest local Canada Man- power Centre. 2. Pre-lndentured Apprenticeship Courses. Prospective students may visit, telephone or write to the Apprenticeship and Industrial Training Branch, Department of Labour, 4211 Kingsway, Burnaby, B.C., VSH 3Y6, Telephone 434-5761; or Apprenticeship and Industrial Training Counsellor, Department of Labour, Government Building, Terrace, B.C., Telephone 635·2140; or the nearest Canada Manpower Center; or the College. 28 Student Services The College staff provides a variety of services to assist students and prospective students in a variety of ways. ( l) Counselling ~ educational - vocational - personal (2} Career and Educational Information (3) Financial Assistance information is available regarding sponsorship, Canada Student Loans and B.C. Provincial Grants, Bursaries and Scholarships. {4} Housing -accommodation is available in residences at the Terrace Campus. A list of other accommodations is maintained. (5) Student Activities -the College Staff endeavors to work closely with students in planning student activities. 29 AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICAL REPAIR A Pre-apprentice course in a Designated Trade sponsored by The Apprenticeship and Industrial Training Branch, Department of Labour. This course is intended to prepare young people for employment as apprentices in the Automotive Mechanical Repair Trade. The employment situation is normally indoors and may be anywhere from a small repair shop or service station doing general mechan leal repairs, to the complex service department of a large automobile dealership. In many cases the work involves direct contact with the public where courtesy, cooperation, and at times, the ability to accept criticism is important. Course Content: General shop practice Automotive fundamentals Engines - air and liquid cooled Basic test equipment' Electrical systems Running gear, clutches Transmissions, anti-spin and conventional rear axles Steering systems and braking systems Emission control systems Safety education Starting Dates:- January, July. Length of Course: 5 months. Requirements for Admission Education: Grade 12 preferred. Grade 10 minimum or a suitable level to meet, the requirements of this program. General: Good health Non-allergic to solvents and lubricants Meehan ica I a ptitu'de 16 years of age and over 30 BASIC TRAINING FOR SKILL DEVELOPMENT This program has been designed to upgrade individuals academically in as short a period of time as possible to enable them to qualify for employment or for enrollment in specific College programs. There are three main areas of study: Communications, Applied Mathematics, Basic Science. The program offers training at four levels: (a) Up to Grade 6 equivalency. (b) Up to Grade 8 equivalency. {c) Up to Grade 10 vocational equivalency. (d) Up to Grade 12 vocational equivalency. Requirements for Admission Education: No educational pre-requisites. General: applicants must have been away from the public school system for a period of at least one year. They must be capable of concentrated, independent study. Starting Dates: Daily as space permits. Length of Course: Varies to suit individual needs. 31 BUSINESS CAREERS PROGRAMS A variety of commercial options are available which lead to certificates in: Typist Stenography Medical Stenography Secretarial Bookkeeping Accounting Industrial Records & First Aid With the exception of I. R. & F .A. students, all enrollees in a Business program for the first term must complete an introductory program which normally takes two months of fulltime study prior to concentrating on a specific area of training and completing the requirements for one of the above certificates. !.R. & F.A. students normally begin on their specific training area. With approval of the Division Head, Industrial First Aid may be combined with other certificate programs. Commercial Upgrading Upgrading in specific areas is available to persons having previously earned a Northwest College certificate or who have advanced experience. Further information may be obtained from the College. Starting Dates: Every second month, September and February for I R. & F .A. Length of Course: Variable to ten months Requirements for Admission to Business Careers Grade 10 required Grade 12 preferred Students with higher standing may be given priority. Minimum standards and course requirements for completion of a Northwest College certificate are outlined in the following chart. 32