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Continuing Education & Part-time Studies Guide Winter/Spring 2015 continuingeducation@georgiancollege.ca 64 postsecondary credit courses Developing Leadership This course examines leadership within a personal and professional context. Students explore leadership qualities and skills and the role leadership plays both locally and globally. Personal and interpersonal effectiveness skills that contribute to contemporary leadership and collaboration are clarified and applied in diverse settings. GNED 1011 | 42 hrs $325.50 loc date day time JAN. 5 – APR. 17 ONLINE SG JAN. 5 – APR. 17 TBD OV JAN. 6 – APR. 14 TUE 7 – 10 P.M. MAY 4 – AUG. 12 ONLINE MAY 4 – AUG. 14 ONLINE Entrepreneurial Exploration Students examine the characteristics and goals of entrepreneurs as well as the relevant social, political and economic influences. Students are encouraged to consider various perspectives of entrepreneurship as well as their own entrepreneurial potential. GNED 1056 | 42 hrs $325.50 loc date day time JAN. 5 – APR. 17 ONLINE OL Environmental Citizenship Based on the general principles of national citizenship, environmental citizenship goes beyond national borders to emphasize global environmental rights and responsibilities – to focus on both conservation of and planned sustainable use of our planet's resources, as well as the recognition that environmental health is a prerequisite to human health. Environmental citizenship is a personal commitment to learning more about the environment and to taking responsible environmental action. This course is a journey into adopting attitudes and behaviours that foster global environmental responsibility. GNED 1047 | 45 hrs $420.75 date loc JAN. 13 – APR. 21 ONLINE MAY 12 – AUG. 18 ONLINE Environmental Concerns This course provides an understanding of how human actions impact various plant and animal ecologies. Past and present environmental issues are examined and future environmental concerns predicted through the lens of human value systems, priorities, lifestyles, and worldviews. Issues of sustainability are investigated in light of specific environmental challenges. GNED 1000 | 42 hrs $325.50 loc date day time SG JAN. 5 – APR. 17 TBD MU JAN. 7 – APR. 15 WED 4 – 7 P.M. OL Hockey Hall of Fame This subject details the incredible growth of Canada's national pastime, including the NHL's formation, the "original six" and national/international expansion. GNED 1050 | 42 hrs $397.50 date loc JAN. 13 – APR. 21 ONLINE MAY 12 – AUG. 18 ONLINE GENERAL EDuCATION COuRSES (CONT.) Human Behaviour in the Workplace Understanding human relations is essential for career and personal success. This course draws on sociological, psychological, ethical, and legal perspectives to enhance understanding of effective interactions in today's workplace. The course includes an experiential component where students learn and practise effective teamwork skills. GNED 1005 | 42 hrs $325.50 loc date day time JAN. 5 – APR. 17 ONLINE MAY 4 – AUG. 14 ONLINE Lifestyle Management Quality of life is reflected in personal and societal wellness. This course introduces students to the concept of wellness and provides practical strategies for developing a healthy lifestyle. Students explore issues such as stress management, nutrition, mental and physical fitness, and self-responsibility. In addition, students assess the impact of global forces on themselves and Canadian society. GNED 2028 | 42 hrs $325.50 loc date day time JAN 5 – APR 17 ONLINE SF JAN. 5 – APR. 13 MON 6 – 9 P.M. MAY 4 – AUG. 14 ONLINE OL Meteorology This is an introductory course in meteorology that seeks to, logically and methodically, develop the student's understanding of weather and weather-related phenomena. Students taking this course will develop a good working knowledge of all aspects of meteorology and will be much better informed as to the nature and causes of weather-related events. GNED 1059 | 42 hrs $397.50 date loc JAN. 13 – APR. 21 ONLINE MAY 12 – AUG. 18 ONLINE OL Minerals Mineralogy is the study of the crystals that comprise rocks. This course studies minerals. It is a course that allows the student to become very knowledgeable about minerals and to enjoy their beauty. The course begins by explaining what minerals are, their composition and their classification. The concept of mineral formation is followed by the use of descriptive and identifying properties. The student is introduced to the use of a 'key'. After having learned how to identify important minerals, the student will be introduced to some of the fascinating minerals on earth: gemstones, ore minerals and essential minerals. The course concludes by examining various mineral collecting sites of the world. GNED 1060 | 42 hrs $397.50 date loc JAN. 13 – APR. 21 ONLINE MAY 12 – AUG. 18 ONLINE