This is an ARCHIVED version of the Kwantlen University College Calendar for
2004-2005 and is provided for historical reference only. See the current version of the
Calendar for updated information.
The on-line version of the University College Calendar is the Official version.
In the event of conflict between the printed version and the online version, the
on-line version will prevail.
Effective date of this course calendar information, unless otherwise indicated, is Sept. 1, 2004 to Aug. 31, 2005.
Employment and Educational
Access
EEAC 0099 cr-1
Orientation: Personal Success Skills
The orientation is intended as a pre-assessment and screening to
determine suitability, literacy and competency levels. This two week
session includes the following: a personal interview; self
assessments (attitude, prior experience, personal objectives); group
instruction in learning and study skills; risk taking and dealing with
changes.
Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor
EEAC 0100 cr-2
Self-Discovery and Esteem-Building
Students will participate in the process of self-discovery and
esteem-building. They will focus on developing self-awareness,
self-acceptance, self-confidence, personal power, and the taking of
responsibility.
EEAC 0101 cr-2
Communicating Effectively
Students will practise and improve verbal and non-verbal
communication skills in everyday life situations. They will give and
receive feedback; make presentations, practise handling conflict
and participate in employment interviews.
EEAC 0102 cr-1
Effective Problem-Solving
Students will use assessment results, reflective exercises, previous
experiences, occupational research and information interviews to
set realistic career goals.
EEAC 0115 cr-6
Experience Placement
Students will participate in individual research, job shadow and /
or work experiences chosen by the students with instructor input.
They will have opportunities to practise employability skills while
determining compatibility with career plan while on experience
placement.
EEAC 0210 cr-2
Assessment and Career Options
Students will use assessment results, reflective exercises, previous
experiences, occupational research and information interviews to
set realistic career goals...
EEAC 0211 cr-1
Options for Self-Employment
Students will learn the basic information needed to start and
succeed in self employment. They will identify opportunities and
conduct research to create a business plan.
EEAC 0212 cr-1
Career Decisions and Action Plans
Students will learn several models for career decision-making. They
will learn to identify, obtain, and evaluate the information required
to formulate and execute a plan of action to reach desired career
goals.
EEAC 0303 cr-2
Aboriginal Cultural Development
This course is designed to assist the student in learning the
historical and cultural aspects of traditional Aboriginal roles in
work and society. The class will focus on historical overview,
traditional educational tools, introduction of Aboriginal
Ceremonies.
Prerequisites: permission of instructor
EEAC 0305 cr-3
Introduction to Indigenous Studies
Students will learn the historical and cultural aspects of traditional
Aboriginal roles in work and society. They will focus on traditional
educational tools and Aboriginal ceremonies.
N.B. This course may be offered in two formats. In the traditional format the
course will be offered in class on campus. The second, in partnership with
Education on the rails, would involve traveling across Canada from Vancouver
to Ottawa with lecture and field trips dispersed through out.
EEAC 0335 cr-1
Individual Project
Students will consult with the instructor to determine the specific
nature of an individual project. The project will involve researching
a topic related to a personally relevant career direction, using
community resources and/or practising skills necessary for
progress in their chosen field, and reporting on the results of their
research or skill development.
Employment & Educational Access Faculty
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