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Careers
Employment in electrical trades is forecast to grow at about the average for all occupations through to 2011. About 1261 new jobs and an additional 1472 replacement jobs will become available as workers retire. This forecast reflects the historic relationship between population growth and construction activity and the generally good level of investment and housing activity. CAREER POTENTIAL
– Electrical systems installation and maintenance – Residential, commercial and industrial
construction sites
– Foreman, superintendent, estimator or electrical inspector
– Self-employed contracting business – Supervisory and management positions Construction is the major industry employing workers in this occupational group. The construction industry is expected to grow at the rate of 1.6% per year between 2001 and 2011, which is slightly higher than the provincial average for all industries. Industry sources expect higher than average levels of residential construction and thus expect higher employment growth over the short term. Prospective students are advised that, due to the small size of the West Kootenay economy, only a very low percentage of Selkirk Electrical Entry graduates find apprenticeships locally. The majority find employment outside the Kootenays in the Lower Mainland, Vancouver Island, the Okanagan, Northeast BC, and Alberta. Employment success is greatly enhanced if graduates are willing to relocate.
Contacts
INDUSTRY AND TRADES CONTACT Program Contact Phone: 1.888.953.1133 ext 13221 Direct: 250.354.3221 Fax: 250.352.3180 [email protected] BRENDA WIEST Admissions Officer Phone: 250.352.6601 ext 13204 Direct: 250.354.3204 [email protected] ACE IT hIGh SChOOL
TRANSITION PROGRAMS
This program qualifies for high school transitions. A program that is designed to help secondary school students get a head-start on their trades careers, while earning graduation credit, the BC Industry Training Authority (ITA) Accelerated Credit Enrolment in Industry Training (ACE IT) program is a perfect way to learn more about the industry. Speak with your high school guidance counsellor to learn more or get in touch with our ITT Admin Assistant by email or phone: 1.866.301.6601 ext. 13221.
Admission Requirements
The following admission requirements are specific to the Electrical Foundation Program.
– Graduation from a British Columbia Senior Secondary School or equivalent
– Foundations & Pre-Calculus 10, or Apprenticeship Workplace 11, or Principles 11, or Applications 12, or ABE 50, with a grade of “C” or better – Consideration will be given to mature individuals
(19 years or older) who are not Senior Secondary School graduates, provided they have completed or are in the process of obtaining one of the above pre-requisites with a “C” grade or better (This course must be completed prior to the program entry date).
– A refundable tool deposit of $100 will be required at the start of the program.
READY TO APPLY?
– Please make sure you meet all admission requirements, including the general admission requirements for the college.
– International Students (students who are applying to Selkirk College from locations outside of Canada) should follow the application steps required by Selkirk International.
Important Dates
2014
– August 5 - Summer Intake Begins – January 29, 2015 - Summer Intake Ends 2015
– February 2 - Winter Intake Begins – July 16 - Winter Intake Ends
Program Overview
Economics will be of interest to students who intend to transfer to a full economics program at another university, business students, and those looking for a well-rounded education. Economists play important roles in: government (all departments), banks, other financial institutions, research centres.
Selkirk College offers introductory courses in Microeconomics and Macroeconomics. These courses transfer to all participating BC post- secondary instititions. Course requirements may vary among post-secondary institutions so it is advised that you plan your program with a Selkirk College counsellor or contact the University Arts & Sciences School Chair for information on transferability.
Program Courses
ECON 106 – PRInCIPLES OF
mACROECOnOmICS
Topics covered include: national income accounts, national income determination model, monetary system, monetary and fiscal policy, problems with the Macro System, inflation, unemployment, etc.; international trade – balance of payments, exchange rates, capital flows.
Pre-requisites: ENGL 12 or equivalent with a grade of “C” or better.
Course Credit: 3
ECON 107 – PRInCIPLES OF
mICROECOnOmICS
Usually taken following Economics 106. Topics covered include: supply and demand – price supports, the agricultural problem, value theory, theory of the firm – competition, pollution, industrial organiza- tion – monopoly, public utilities, advertising, income distribution B labour unions, productivity.
Pre-requisites: ENGL 12 or equivalent with a grade of “C” or better.
Course Credit: 3
ECON 216 – EnvIROnmEnTAL ECOnOmICS Economic analysis of environmental problems (water and air pollution, etc.). Tools developed in Economic Principles will be applied to pollution control issues. Market and non-market regulation of environmental problems will be explored.
Pre-requisites: ECON 106 and 107 with a grade of “C” or better or written permission of the Instructor and School Chair. These prerequisitesare not required forstudents registered in the Integrated Environmental Planning program.
Course Credit: 3
Contacts
ADMISSIONS OffICER (CASTLEGAR) Phone: 1.888.953.1133 ext 21233 Direct: 250.365.1233 [email protected] PROGRAM CONTACT Phone: 1.888.953.1133 ext 21205 Direct: 250.365.1205 [email protected] DAvID fELDMAN
School Chair, UAS, Instructor, Mathematics Phone: 1.888.953.1133 ext 21331 Direct: 250.365.1331
Economics
LENGTh Of STUDY:
Two years
ACCREDITATION:
Associate of Arts Degree
CAMPUS:
Castlegar
Program Summary
Get started on your bachelor of education and work towards teaching the little tykes who make you smile. PROGRAM OvERvIEW
With two years of courses from your associate degree, you’ll be well on your way to completing your bachelor with most or all of the admission requirements for entry into third year at BC universities. Plus, after you graduate with your bachelor degree, you can come back to Selkirk and complete your bachelor of education in our West Kootenay Teacher Education Program (WKTEP) delivered by the University of British Columbia. Take this program if you love connecting with young minds and having the chance to be part of shaping their future. With a career in education your valuable contributions lead to the next generation’s success— and your own. It’s a win for everyone.
Blending subjects like mathematics, your two years of study will sufficiently prepare you for third year entry into a bachelor degree program. Our instructors work alongside you to ensure you get the best education possible, just like you’ll do when it’s your turn at the blackboard.
Program Courses
ELECTIvE 007 – uAS 100 OR
200 LEvEL COuRSE
100- or 200-level university transfer electives chosen in consultation with a Selkirk College counsellor. ELECTIvE 008 – uAS 200 LEvEL COuRSE A 200-level university transfer Arts electives chosen in consultation with a Selkirk College counsellor. ENGL 202 – CAnADIAn LITERATuRE I:
InDIGEnOuS vOICES
From the earliest narratives, Euro Canadian writing has framed our understanding of indigenous peoples. We will examine these representations in Canadian literature alongside the works of indigenous writers
Course of Studies
year 1
SEmESTER 1
CANADIAN CONTENT COURSE:
Choose from: ENGL 202-3: Canadian Literature I or GEOG 136-3: The Geography of British Columbia or HIST 104-3: Canada Before Confederation or HIST 203-3: A History of British Columbia.
Note: Some universities may not accept Canadian literature courses or courses that study one area or province of Canada.
MATh COURSE:
Choose from: MATH 100-3: Calculus I or MATH 180-3: Mathematics for Teachers LAB SCIENCE* (REqUIRES A MINIMUM TWO-hOUR LAB):
Choose from Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Physical Geography, Geology, or Physics (3 credits)
Note: Some university Education degree programs may not accept Astronomy and/or Physical Geography as lab science credits. Please consult with a Selkirk College counsellor before choosing your courses.
ELECTIvE CREDITS: Three credits of 100- or 200-level Social Sciences.
Course Name Credit
ENGLISH English Requirement: ENGL 110 or ENGL 112 On Campus 3 ENGL 202 Canadian Literature I On Campus 3 GEOG 136 The Geography of British Columbia On Campus 3 HIST 104 Canada Before Confederation On Campus 3 HIST 203 A History of British Columbia On Campus 3
MATH 100 Calculus I On Campus 3
MATH 180 Mathematics for Teachers On Campus 4
SEmESTER 2
CANADIAN CONTENT COURSE:
Choose from ENGL 203-3: Canadian Literature II:
Canadian Voices or HIST 105-3: Contemporary Canada or HIST 210-3: A History of the First Nations of Canada
MATh COURSE:
Choose from MATH 101-3: Calculus II or MATH 181-3: Problem Solving in Foundational Mathematics
Note: Not all universities require two math courses.
LAB SCIENCE* (REqUIRES A MINIMUM TWO-hOUR LAB):
Choose from Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Physical Geography, Geology, or Physics (3 credits) (Note: Some university Education degree programs may not accept Astronomy and/or Physical Geography as lab science credits. Please consult with a Selkirk College counsellor before choosing your courses.) ELECTIvE CREDITS: Three credits of 100- or 200-level Social Sciences.
Course Name Credit
ENGLISH English Requirement: ENGL 111 or ENGL 114 On Campus 3 ENGL 203 Canadian Literature II:
Canadian Voices On Campus 3
HIST 105 Contemporary Canada On Campus 3 HIST 210 A History of the First Nations of Canada On Campus 3
MATH 101 Calculus II On Campus 3
MATH 181 Problem Solving in Foundational Mathematics On Campus 3