Language Courses:
- Italian for Beginners: LANG-1012
- Introduction to Spoken Mandarin: LANG-1013
- Japanese 1: LANG-1014
- Braille Level 1: LANG-1015
- Braille Level 2: LANG-1016
- Braille Level 3: LANG-1017
- Braille Level 4: LANG-1018
Communications I
COMM 1018 – CRN 30096 – Credit Course:
Communication remains as essential skill sought by employers, regardless of discipline or field of study. Using a practical, vocation-oriented approach, students focus on meeting the requirements of effective communication. Through a combination of lectures, exercises, and independent learning, students practice writing, speaking, reading, listening, locating and documenting information, and using technology to communicate professionally. Students develop and strengthen communication skills that contribute to success in both educational and workplace environments.
- Applicable Major: All PS level programs
- In class Equivalent: COMM 1000 College Communications, COMM 1016 Communication Essentials
- Prerequisite: None
- Semester Start/End Date: May 10th – August 16th & June 3rd – September 9th
- Final Exam: Unproctored online
Course Fee
English 2
COMM 1013 – CRN 30095 – Credit Course:
This online course develops students’ questioning skills in listening, reading, and writing at an advanced level. Focus is placed on forms, conventions, and strategies of written communication in the context of the workplace.
- Applicable Major: ALL PS level programs
- In class equivalent: COMM 1001 Communications at Work, COMM 1017 Work Environment Communication
- Prerequisite: COMM 1000 College Communications or COMM 1008 Techniques of Writing and Speaking
- Semester Start/End Date: May 10th – August 16th & June 3rd – September 9th
- Final Exam: Yes
- Course Fee
Italian for Beginners
LANG 1012 – CRN 30149 – Credit Course:
Students will develop the fundamental ability to comprehend the basic Italian vocabulary and structures. Grammar and writing skills are introduced as well as early reading skills. While using the reading passages, the student will be introduced to the fundamental aspects of the Italian culture.
- Applicable Major: None
- Prerequisite: None
- Semester Start/End Date: May 10th – August 16th
- Final Exam: Yes
- Course Fee
Introduction to Spoken Mandarin
LANG 1013 – CRN 30150 – Credit Course:
This course uses the Roman alphabet (Pinyin) to teach spoken Mandarin Chinese. Students will learn to pronounce and recognize Chinese sounds and, by the end of the course, will be able to introduce themselves and conduct basic conversations. The course will also introduce students to elements of Chinese culture that are essential for successful communication.
- Applicable Major: None
- Prerequisite: None
- Semester Start/End Date: May 10th – August 16th
- Final Exam: Yes
- Course Fee
Japanese 1
LANG 1014 – CRN 30151 – Credit Course:
This course is designed for people with little to no previous experience in Japanese language or culture. This course covers two of the three Japanese alphabets (Hiragana and Katakana) as well as conversation structure and proper pronunciation. Students will also examine Japanese culture, customs and society.
- Applicable Major: None
- Prerequisite: None
- Semester Start/End Date: May 10th – August 16th
- Final Exam: Yes
- Course Fee
Braille Level 1
LANG 1015 – CRN 30152 – Credit Course:
Develop basic skills in reading and writing alphabetic Braille, and using the Perkins Brailler. IMPORTANT NOTE: You must have access to a Perkins Brailler.
- Applicable Major: None
- Prerequisite: None
- Semester Start/End Date: May 10th – August 16th
- Final Exam: Yes
- Course Fee
Braille Level 2
LANG 1015 – CRN 30153 – Credit Course:
Continue your study of Braille to develop skills in reading and writing contracted Braille, and develop using the Perkins Brailler and Slate and Stylus. Note: You must have access to a Perkins Brailler and slate and stylus.
- Applicable Major: None
- Prerequisite: None
- Semester Start/End Date: May 10th – August 16th
- Final Exam: Yes
- Course Fee
Braille Level 3
LANG 1015 – CRN 30154 – Credit Course:
Complete your development of basic skills in reading and writing contracted Braille using the Perkins Brailler. NOTE: You must have access to a Perkins Brailler.
- Applicable Major: None
- Prerequisite: None
- Semester Start/End Date: May 10th – August 16th
- Final Exam: Yes
- Course Fee
Braille Level 4
LANG 1015 – CRN 30155 – Credit Course:
Learn advanced Braille applications including identification and use of Braille forms which convey a variety of print symbols and formats encountered in classroom Braille reading and writing. NOTE: You must have access to a Perkins Brailler.
- Applicable Major: None
- Prerequisite: None
- Semester Start/End Date: May 10th – August 16th
- Final Exam: Yes
- Course Fee